Florida ruled out wide receiver Vernell Brown III for today’s game against Missouri.

Brown was listed as questionable earlier in the week due to a low-grade right knee strain he suffered in Florida’s game against Ole Miss. 

On Monday, coach Jon Sumrall said he was unsure of the timeline for Brown’s recovery.

“Medically, nothing is going to hold him other than his own readiness, so we have to see how he responds and how he feels ready to go,” he said. 

The sophomore has been a key piece for the Gators this season, leading the team with 17 catches for 271 yards and two receiving touchdowns. He also has two punt returns for scores.

Wide receiver Bailey Stockton, however, will play despite being listed as questionable earlier in the week.

Stockton experienced a seemingly more intense hit during the Ole Miss game, one that Sumrall referred to as “basically a car crash on the field.” 

Prior to the game, Stockton’s injury report moved to “probable.” The Georgia Tech transfer has 13 catches for 106 yards and one touchdown this season. 

Missouri’s injury report features a more extensive list, with seven players ruled out prior to the game, including starting edge rushers Darris Smith and Langden Kitchen.

Florida’s game against Missouri kicks off in Columbia at 3:30 pm ET.