For one half of football it seemed like the Florida Gators’ offense wouldn’t miss a beat without starting quarterback Luke Del Rio.
Austin Appleby threw for 213 yards and two touchdowns in the first half against Tennessee. Florida picked up 12 first downs, was out-rushing the Vols and had a 21-3 lead. Then the next six quarters happened. The Gators have been outscored 41-20 over the last six quarters and the fan swell of a potential quarterback controversy after the first half in Knoxville has been silenced.
Luke Del Rio will return to the starting quarterback role this Saturday when the Gators host the Missouri Tigers for homecoming.