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Florida's Tramell Jones Jr. to start at QB against Oklahoma in Week 10
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Tramell Jones Jr. will start at quarterback for Florida football in its Week 10 game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, according to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.
The reported decision comes after the Gators changed their quarterback depth chart for the first time this season, designating both Jones Jr. and Aaron Philo as co-first teamers on Monday. Philo had started seven games this fall, while his teammate got the nod ahead of Florida's Week 7 win at Texas.
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Head coach Jon Sumrall noted on Monday that the two signal-callers would compete this week for the QB1 designation against Oklahoma on Saturday.
"Yeah, they both practiced today; that's good news," Sumrall said. "There will be one guy that starts and one guy that doesn't out of the two guys you're probably worried about. I'm not gonna make a big quarterback-one announcement. I have a plan that is already kind of in motion and in place. But I don't know that it helps us with me naming a starter today."
The Gators' skipper further expounded on his point.
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"We need both of them to be ready to play to go win, you know, and I think probably, while I fully understand that we need to play better quarterback — we do — we can't turn the football over like we have, especially in particular last week's game; it's been the worst one of the year. We have to play better around the quarterback, too."
Jones Jr. has completed 63 of 89 (70.8%) of his passes for 579 yards with four touchdowns and three interceptions, as well as one rushing touchdown, over seven appearances — including one start — in 2026. Philo has completed 110 of 156 (70.5%) passing attempts for 1,367 yards with nine touchdowns and five interceptions, with three rushing touchdowns as well, over his seven appearances — all starts.
Neither Jones nor Philo were listed on Florida's initial SEC availability report ahead of its Week 10 matchup with Oklahoma after both were designated as questionable in last week's Wednesday report . The two passers were upgraded to probable ahead of the Georgia game, with Philo ultimately getting the start before being replaced in the first half of the loss.
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators warm up before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first half at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators tight end Keon Zipperer (9) runs past Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Tre Norwood (13) during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) scores a touchdown against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) dives for yardage during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Drake Stoops (12) fumbles the ball as Florida Gators linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (11) and defensive back Donovan Stiner (13) defend during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
(Kevin Jairaj, USA TODAY Sports)
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) fumbles the ball after being hit by Florida Gators linebacker Khris Bogle (behind Rattler) and linebacker Derek Wingo (15) in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators tight end Kemore Gamble (88) runs the ball after catching a pass against Oklahoma Sooners linebacker DaShaun White (23) in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Justin Shorter (89) runs the ball after catching a pass against Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Robert Barnes (20) in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Drake Stoops (12) fumbles the ball after being hit by Florida Gators linebacker James Houston IV (41) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs the ball against Oklahoma Sooners safety Delarrin Turner-Yell (32) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Nay'Quan Wright (6) runs the ball against Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Woodi Washington (0) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Nay'Quan Wright (6) runs the ball against Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Woodi Washington (0) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Seth McGowan (1) is tackled by Florida Gators defensive back Donovan Stiner (13) in the third quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the third quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the third quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen talks with Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) in the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Trevon West (19) cannot catch a pass while defended by Florida Gators defensive back Jahari Rogers (27) in the fourth quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) is gang tackled by the Oklahoma Sooners defense in the fourth quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Shane Whitter (35) tackles Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) in the fourth quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker DaShaun White (23) and safety Pat Fields (10) and linebacker Jon-Michael Terry (40) tackle Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
(Kevin Jairaj, USA TODAY Sports)
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Marcus Major (24) runs as Florida Gators linebacker Amari Burney (30) defends during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators warm up before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators warm up before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first half at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators tight end Keon Zipperer (9) runs past Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Tre Norwood (13) during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
(Kevin Jairaj, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) scores a touchdown against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) dives for yardage during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Drake Stoops (12) fumbles the ball as Florida Gators linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (11) and defensive back Donovan Stiner (13) defend during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
(Kevin Jairaj, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) fumbles the ball after being hit by Florida Gators linebacker Khris Bogle (behind Rattler) and linebacker Derek Wingo (15) in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators tight end Kemore Gamble (88) runs the ball after catching a pass against Oklahoma Sooners linebacker DaShaun White (23) in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Justin Shorter (89) runs the ball after catching a pass against Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Robert Barnes (20) in the first quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Drake Stoops (12) fumbles the ball after being hit by Florida Gators linebacker James Houston IV (41) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs the ball against Oklahoma Sooners safety Delarrin Turner-Yell (32) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Nay'Quan Wright (6) runs the ball against Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Woodi Washington (0) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Nay'Quan Wright (6) runs the ball against Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Woodi Washington (0) in the second quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Seth McGowan (1) is tackled by Florida Gators defensive back Donovan Stiner (13) in the third quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the third quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners in the third quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen talks with Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) in the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Trevon West (19) cannot catch a pass while defended by Florida Gators defensive back Jahari Rogers (27) in the fourth quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
(Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) is gang tackled by the Oklahoma Sooners defense in the fourth quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Shane Whitter (35) tackles Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) in the fourth quarter at ATT Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker DaShaun White (23) and safety Pat Fields (10) and linebacker Jon-Michael Terry (40) tackle Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's Cotton Bowl game vs Oklahoma in 2020
Dec 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Marcus Major (24) runs as Florida Gators linebacker Amari Burney (30) defends during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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