The Georgia Bulldogs return from their open week Saturday to face the Florida Gators, with wide receiver Isiah Canion still working toward his return to the lineup.
Canion has not played since the opening series of Georgia’s game vs. Arkansas. The Georgia Tech transfer has dealt with a right leg injury, reducing the Bulldogs’ depth at receiver.
On3’s Pete Nakos shared an update on X, formerly Twitter, about Canion’s availability for the rivalry matchup, citing sources who spoke with him and fellow reporter Chris Low.
Georgia wide receiver Isiah Canion is not expected to play Saturday against Florida, sources tell @Clowfb and me for @On3.
Injury Report: https://t.co/jd8LJB0aHE https://t.co/O0ANPGFbOe pic.twitter.com/kbwoPqS0Jw
— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos) October 31, 2026
His extended absence adds to the health concerns at receiver for coach Kirby Smart. Thomas Blackshear also missed time after suffering a collarbone injury vs. Vanderbilt.
Georgia enters Saturday ranked No. 3 at 6-1 overall and 4-1 in SEC play. The Bulldogs are seeking a response after losing 27-24 to the Auburn Tigers before their open week.
Despite that setback, Georgia leads the SEC in scoring offense at 43 points per game. Quarterback Gunner Stockton has thrown 16 touchdown passes through seven games, with 13 different Bulldogs catching a touchdown pass.
Article Continues BelowFlorida brings a 5-2 record and a 3-2 conference mark into the matchup. The No. 17 Gators also had an open date before the rivalry game.
The longtime rivals will meet in Atlanta for the first time, with renovations to Jacksonville’s EverBank Stadium moving this year’s matchup to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Georgia has won five straight meetings with Florida, including last season’s 24-20 victory in Jacksonville. Smart is 8-2 vs. the Gators, and his Bulldogs will try to extend that success while avoiding a second consecutive SEC loss.