Starting quarterback Aaron Philo is in doubt for the showdown with No. 7 Texas.
CBS Sports insider Matt Zenitz reports Philo’s status is “in question” for the SEC matchup. The sophomore has been limited in practice all week.
What Happened to Philo
The injury happened in Florida’s 38-16 loss to South Carolina last Saturday.
Philo took a hit on a run attempt in the fourth quarter. He left the game and did not return.
Backup Tramell Jones finished the game in his place.
Philo’s Current Status
Philo is practicing, but not full-go.
Injury: Undisclosed injury suffered vs. South Carolina
Practice: Limited participation this week
Game Tag: Expected to be listed as questionable per ESPN’s Pete Thamel
Kickoff Decision: Expected to be a game-time call
Florida has not disclosed further details.
Next Man Up: Tramell Jones
If Philo cannot go, the job falls to Class of 2025 four-star recruit Tramell Jones.
Jones saw his first extended action against the Gamecocks:
6-of-8 for 40 yards
1 interception
Led a late touchdown drive
It would be his first career start, and it would come against a top-10 Longhorns defense.
Philo’s Season By The Numbers
Philo has been steady for Florida this season despite the team’s struggles.
1,341 passing yards
9 touchdowns
3 interceptions
Florida vs Texas Preview
The task was already tall. Texas may be coming off an upset loss to unranked Oklahoma, but this is still a No. 7 team with playoff hopes.
For Florida to pull the same upset Oklahoma did, it will likely need its QB1. Without him, the Gators face an uphill battle in Austin.
The final Aaron Philo injury update Florida vs Texas will come close to kickoff on Saturday.
FAQ
What is the latest Aaron Philo injury update?
Philo is questionable to play vs Texas after suffering an injury late against South Carolina. He has been limited in practice all week.
Will Aaron Philo play against Texas?
It’s a game-time decision. If he is out, freshman Tramell Jones is expected to start for the Gators.
How did Aaron Philo get injured?
He was injured on a quarterback run in the fourth quarter of Florida’s loss to South Carolina. The team has not specified the exact injury.
Who is Tramell Jones?
Jones is a four-star freshman quarterback. He is Florida’s backup and threw for 40 yards after replacing Philo last week.
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