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Florida could regain two key offensive contributors ahead of Saturday's rivalry showdown against No. 3 Georgia. Aaron Philo and Vernell Brown III are making encouraging progress in their injury recoveries.
Both Philo and Brown practiced Monday, with Jon Sumrall noting at Monday's press conference that both players are trending toward availability against Georgia. He did clarify that their participation does not guarantee they will play.
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Philo is recovering from a throwing shoulder injury suffered during Florida 's Week 5 loss to South Carolina, causing him to miss the team's 27-24 upset victory over Texas, in which Tramell Jones Jr. took over in relief of the Georgia Tech transfer. Jon Sumrall clarified that the quarterback could've entered the game in an emergency situation.
"Both guys are available; I believe in both guys," said Sumrall. "Not going to name a starter today — I know that's been a big point of conversation. We need both those guys to be ready to play, that's what I'll say, and I do believe in both of them being ready to play."
Brown is recovering from a knee injury sustained against Ole Miss on Sept. 26, which caused him to miss three consecutive games. The Orlando, Florida, native's return could boost a Buster Faulkner offense that has struggled to generate explosive plays in the last several weeks.
Prior to his injury, Brown hauled in 17 receptions for 271 yards and two touchdowns to go along with two punt-return touchdowns.
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"VB looks really good. Practiced last week, practiced today; today is an hour-ish long run-through for us. But he looks normal to me," Sumrall added.
Jones is also dealing with injuries sustained in his first career start against the Longhorns but is expected to be available on Saturday. Jones completed 22 of 35 passes for 155 yards and two touchdowns and no interceptions in Austin.
Florida's quarterback situation for Saturday remains unsettled , with Sumrall planning to evaluate both Philo and Jones before making a decision later in the week.
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs a play against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs against Georgia Bulldogs during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
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Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass for a touchdown score during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) reacts to a first down pickup during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive lineman Brendan Bett (90) makes Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) cough up the ball during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) scores a rushing touchdown against Georgia Bulldogs safety Zion Branch (2) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) and Sharif Denson sack Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive back Jamroc Grimsley (26) intercepts against Georgia Bulldogs during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jontae Gilbert (25) downs Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) wraps up Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) in the first quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) escapes the grasp of Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Quintavius Johnson (33) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators linebacker Myles Graham (5) shoves Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) out of bounds in the second quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) shoves off Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) sacks Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant (9) tries to convince the referees that his catch was good in the fourth quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) and defensive back Daylen Everette (6) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ellis Robinson IV (1) and safety Zion Branch (2) combine to tackle Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) who is short on the line to gain on a third down during the fourth quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Jaden Robinson (29) makes a tackle against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Drake Stubbs (9) makes a tackle on Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Raylen Wilson (5) makes a tackle on Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators kicker Trey Smack (29) lines up for a kick against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators place kicker Trey Smack (29) celebrates a 54 yard field goal in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle / Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs a play against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs a play against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs against Georgia Bulldogs during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass for a touchdown score during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) reacts to a first down pickup during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators defensive lineman Brendan Bett (90) makes Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) cough up the ball during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) scores a rushing touchdown against Georgia Bulldogs safety Zion Branch (2) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) and Sharif Denson sack Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators defensive back Jamroc Grimsley (26) intercepts against Georgia Bulldogs during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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USA TODAY Sports' Week 9 expert predictions for Florida vs Georgia
Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jontae Gilbert (25) downs Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) wraps up Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) in the first quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) escapes the grasp of Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Quintavius Johnson (33) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators linebacker Myles Graham (5) shoves Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) out of bounds in the second quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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CBS Sports circles 2 Florida games in SEC playoff race
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) shoves off Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) sacks Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant (9) tries to convince the referees that his catch was good in the fourth quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) and defensive back Daylen Everette (6) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ellis Robinson IV (1) and safety Zion Branch (2) combine to tackle Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) who is short on the line to gain on a third down during the fourth quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Jaden Robinson (29) makes a tackle against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Drake Stubbs (9) makes a tackle on Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Raylen Wilson (5) makes a tackle on Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Top highlights from Florida's rivalry game vs Georgia in 2025
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators kicker Trey Smack (29) lines up for a kick against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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Florida Gators place kicker Trey Smack (29) celebrates a 54 yard field goal in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle / Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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