Florida’s quarterback situation is suddenly one of the biggest talking points heading into the Georgia game, and the Gators did little to clear it up Wednesday night.
Aaron Philo and Tramell Jones were both listed as questionable on Florida’s initial injury report for this weekend’s matchup with the Bulldogs. Running back Duke Clark also landed in the questionable group. Wide receiver Bailey Stockton and linebacker Jaden Robinson were ruled out, while wideout Vernell Brown III was listed as probable.
Florida has WR Bailey Stockton is doubtful. Both Gator quarterbacks are questionable - Tramell Jones and Aaron Philo.
Vernell Brown III is probable. Georgia's KJ Bolden is questionable, along with Chauncey Bowens and Isiah Canion. pic.twitter.com/PetqqeDApz
- Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) October 29, 2026
That leaves Georgia with some uncertainty to sort through as it builds its plan for Saturday. Philo had been Florida’s starter from Weeks 1-6 before a shoulder injury sidelined him for the Gators’ upset of Texas.
Jones stepped in against the Longhorns and handled the job efficiently, finishing 22 of 35 for 155 yards and two touchdowns. He also added 10 carries for 41 yards on the ground.
Florida’s ball-control approach paid off in that win, too, with the Gators owning a 38:11-21:49 edge in time of possession against Texas.
The teams will meet in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Halloween afternoon, with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Georgia’s own injury report included KJ Bolden as questionable, along with Chauncey Bowens and Isiah Canion.
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