Florida Taps Georgia Tech Transfer Aaron Philo as Season-Opening Starter
Florida has named Aaron Philo as the team's season-opening starter against Florida Atlantic on Sept. 5, according to coach Jon Sumrall. The decision comes after a competition that began in the spring and carried into fall camp.
The 6-foot-1, 207-pound junior from Bogart, Georgia, edged out Tramell Jones Jr. in the competition. Philo had an advantage partly because he spent the last two seasons with Florida offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner, whom he followed from Georgia Tech.
Philo served as Haynes King's backup and appeared in eight games. He got his first college start last year against Gardner-Webb, completing 21 of 28 passes for 373 yards, with a touchdown and an interception.
Philo arrived at Florida in January and worked to reshape his body. He spent much of the spring and summer working on timing and chemistry with the receiving corps.
The Florida team held their second of two scrimmages on Saturday, and Sumrall made the announcement two days later. Philo's experience with the offense should give him an edge in his first start.
The Gators will face Florida Atlantic on Sept. 5 in their season opener. Philo's performance in this game will be closely watched by fans and coaches alike.
Philo's journey to becoming the starter is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He has been working towards this moment for months, and it will be interesting to see how he handles the pressure of being the starter.
The Florida team has high hopes for the upcoming season, and Philo's performance will be a key factor in their success. The team will be looking to him to lead them to victory against Florida Atlantic.
Florida's season is set to kick off in just over a week, and fans are eagerly awaiting the first game. The team's performance against Florida Atlantic will be a good indicator of how the season will unfold.
Source: Yahoo Sports
