Carter's Corner: Philo-Jones Battle, Gators-Notre Dame, More Tidbits

Thursday, November 12, 2026 | Football, Scott Carter

Jones is the one being replaced on Saturday when the Gators return to Lexington.

Reports surfaced Thursday morning that Aaron Philo will return and get the start against the Wildcats after he was benched in favor of Jones two weeks ago against Georgia. Jones made his second career start — and first at The Swamp — in last week's 23-7 loss to Oklahoma.

Offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner suggested this week that the position will be evaluated each week as the Gators enter the final third of the regular season. Florida closes the regular season with a trip to Kentucky, then at home against Vanderbilt, and the regular-season finale at Florida…