GAINESVILLE — The Florida Gators extended their dominance of rival Tennessee, earning their 16th win during their past 17 meetings with the Vols.
Jones had to shoulder more of the load while backup Anthony Richardson sat out against Alabama and Tennessee with a tender right hamstring.
Jones responded with a gutsy effort to nearly lead a comeback win against the nation’s top-ranked team followed by a rout of a rebuilding rival.
At one point against Tennessee, Jones completed 12 straight throws and finished 21 of 27 passing for 209 yards, two touchdowns and his first game in 2021 without an interception.