Vernell Brown III splits defenders, sprints 49 yards for Florida’s first TD of 2026
By Ethan Stone
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Vernell Brown III’s first touchdown at Florida was also the Gators’ first score of the 2026 season. That has to be a good omen, right?
You read that right. Despite leading the Gators in receiving yards last season, Brown did not score a single touchdown under Billy Napier. No worries though — it took about 7 minutes of the Jon Sumrall era for Brown to find the end zone.
It was a pretty impressive score, too. Brown showed off his speed and ability to shed defenders in one play, catching a pass from Aaron Philo behind the line of scrimmage before splitting 2 defenders and turning on the jets for a 49-yard score.
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It’s still very early in this one, but Brown has proven to be a favorite receiver of Philo’s already. So far, Brown has amassed 3 receptions for 62 yards and the above score.
Florida is up early on the Florida Atlantic Owls. The Gators lead 17-7 with just over 10 minutes remaining in the first half, looking to add to their lead.
Ethan Stone is a Saturday Down South News Editor and an advocate for the return of the Seattle Supersonics.
