Gators’ QB battle takes center stage at Jon Sumrall’s 1st spring game
GAINESVILLE — Coach Jon Sumrall’s first spring game at Florida will offer fans their initial look at the 2026 Gators in action. After 14 spring practices, players will make a final push to impress before the offseason as the new staff evaluates a roster featuring 50 newcomers and 64 returners. Coaches will interchange players freely, mixing combinations to foster competition and simulate a game-like environment.
“You’ll see different rotations,” Sumrall said this week. “When you look, who are the 1s (starters) — we ain’t there yet. Right now, who’s the starter?
Nobody? Who’s a backup? Everybody.
” The offense (Orange team) and defense (Blue) will face off for four quarters with a running clock. A unique scoring format will decide a winner. Here are five things to watch: How close is the quarterback competition?
Transfer Aaron Philo and returning redshirt freshman Tramell Jones Jr. entered the spring with the job up for grabs. Philo, a 6-foot-1, 208-pound redshirt sophomore, has steadily separated himself.
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