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University of Florida players run onto the field for the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. celebrates after a touchdown during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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A young University of Florida fan cheers during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida head coach Jon Sumrall (right) shares a pregame moment with offensive line coach Phil Trautwein (left) before the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) looks to throw during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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A University of Florida fan takes photos during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida receiver Eric Singleton Jr. (2) runs over cornerback Jordy Lowery (13) during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida running back Evan Pryor leaps during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida dancers perform during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida fans cheer during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida tight end Luke Harpring runs after a catch during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida receiver Micah Mays Jr. celebrates as he runs a catch for a touchdown during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida wide receiver TJ Abrams (4) catches a pass beside cornerback Jordy Lowery (13) during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) throws during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida head coach Jon Sumrall coaches during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida running back Evan Pryor (21) breaks away from cornerback Jordy Lowery (13) during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida running back Evan Pryor runs during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida head coach Jon Sumrall talks to game officials during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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The University of Florida band plays during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) is sacked by defensive lineman Emmanuel Oyebadejo (99) and defender Jayden Woods (0) during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida coach Jon Sumrall coaches during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. (2) celebrates with tight end Amir Jackson (7) after Singleton scored a touchdown during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) winds up to throw under pressure from defender KJ Ford (14) during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida safety Cam Dooley runs after an interception during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida cheerleaders cheer during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo looks to throw during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida receiver Micah Mays Jr. (5) concentrates to pull in a touchdown catch in front of cornerback Jordy Lowery (13) during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida mascots Albert and Alberta pose during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida wide receiver Micah Mays Jr. holds onto a catch for a touchdown during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida wide receiver Micah Mays Jr. celebrates after a touchdown during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida head coach Jon Sumrall (right) leads his team onto the field for the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida fans enjoy the view during the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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University of Florida players run onto the field for the 2026 Orange & Blue Game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the UF campus in Gainesville on Saturday, April 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell\/Orlando Sentinel)<\/p>\n

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