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NFL·INJURY·October 17, 2026 11:21 AM ET

Florida lists Aaron Philo, Vernell Brown III, Bailey Stockton as game-time decisions vs. Texas

RB Duke Clark is out; Tramell Jones is expected to start.

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What happened: Florida's final SEC availability report lists quarterback Aaron Philo (shoulder) and wide receivers Vernell Brown III (knee) and Bailey Stockton as game-time decisions for Saturday's noon ET kickoff against Texas. Running back Duke Clark has been ruled out after sustaining a left ankle injury against South Carolina last week. With Philo limited in practice this week, Tramell Jones is expected to start at quarterback for the Gators.

Why it matters: Florida enters the Week 7 matchup following losses to Missouri and South Carolina, and head coach Jon Sumrall emphasized taking a cautious approach with Brown after the sophomore missed the past two games. Stockton played through a back injury in both recent defeats despite prior questionable designations. Texas ruled out wide receiver Kaliq Lockett along with offensive lineman Jaydon Chatman, while clearing defensive lineman Justus Terry and offensive lineman Jordan Coleman from its final report.

What to watch: Final pregame warmups ahead of the noon ET kickoff will determine whether Philo, Brown, and Stockton take the field against the Longhorns.

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