# Philos First SEC Test

> Florida QB Philo faces Auburn in SEC opener.
- Title: Philos First SEC Test · Florida Gators On SI | Shortify
- Summary: Florida QB Philo faces Auburn in SEC opener. Florida QB Philo prepares for first SEC road game against Auburn after strong start.
- Keywords: philos, florida gators, auburn, sec, quarterback, football, nfl, sports, First, Test, Florida Gators On SI
- Source: Florida Gators On SI — https://si.com/college/florida/football/qb-philo-ready-first-test-gators-open-sec-play-auburn-01m2maee915f
- Published: 2026-09-16T12:00:02+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: philos, florida gators, auburn, sec, quarterback, football, nfl, sports
## First Two Starts
Aaron Philo threw for 517 yards and five touchdowns.
## First SEC Start
Polo faces Auburn in first road SEC game.
## Mindset
Football is football. Pressure doesn't seem to be on.
## Coaches Praise
Coaches call Philo a steady, calm leader.
## Bounce Back
Polo bounced back after interception in opener.
## Extending Plays
Polo extended plays with legs, 40-yard touchdown.
## Coach Sumrall
Sumrall says Philo is confident and not easily rattled.
## Offensive Coach
Faulkner recruited Philo and praises his calmness.
## Crowd Noise
Jordan-Hare Stadium has loud, hostile crowds.
## Practice Prep
Florida will practice crowd noise this week.
## Experience
Polo played at Virginia Tech as true freshman.
## Championship Chance
Polo gives Florida chance to win every week.
## Key takeaway

Florida QB Philo prepares for first SEC road game against Auburn after strong start.