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Florida Signs QB Aaron Philo to Compete for Starter

1/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Florida signed quarterback Aaron Philo from Georgia Tech, under new coach Jon Sumrall.
Philo, a redshirt freshman, will compete for the starting job after DJ Lagway's transfer.
He threw for 373 yards in his only start against Gardner-Webb.
Philo has three years of eligibility.
He set Georgia's high school passing record.

History

Historical Context

In 2020, Georgia high school quarterback Aaron Philo set a state passing record with 4,500 yards, attracting attention from major college programs like Florida. His recruitment reflects a trend where colleges increasingly seek standout high school athletes to enhance their teams. This follows a history of successful Georgia quarterbacks, including Taylor Heinicke, who excelled at Old Dominion University before entering the NFL.

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Story summary

Florida signed quarterback Aaron Philo from Georgia Tech, under new coach Jon Sumrall.
Philo, a redshirt freshman, will compete for the starting job after DJ Lagway's transfer.
He threw for 373 yards in his only start against Gardner-Webb.
Philo has three years of eligibility.
He set Georgia's high school passing record.

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