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Florida Turns Back to Philo at Quarterback
The Gators will start Aaron Philo against No. 11 Kentucky after recent alternations at the position.
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Quarterback Rotation Continues
Florida will start Aaron Philo at quarterback in the matchup with No. 11 Kentucky. The Gators have alternated between Philo and Tramell Jones Jr. in recent weeks. Jones took over for Philo ahead of the Oct. 31 game and started the following contest as well. Jones also opened the Oct. 17 game at Texas.
Philo's Season Numbers
Philo has completed 70.5 percent of his passes for 1,367 yards with nine touchdowns and five interceptions. He began the year as the starter and handled the first six games before an absence. Jones completed 10 of 22 passes with two interceptions in the 23-7 loss to Oklahoma.
Background on the Signal Callers
Philo arrived as a transfer from Georgia Tech alongside offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner. He previously backed up Haynes King at Georgia Tech in 2024 and 2025. The latest move returns him to the starting lineup for the upcoming game.
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