Florida QB DJ Lagway Enters Transfer Portal

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway announced on Monday that he will enter the NCAA transfer portal, ending his two-year tenure with the Gators after a sophomore season marked by injuries and team struggles. The 19-year-old from Willis, Texas, shared the decision via an Instagram post, stating, "After much prayer, reflection and thoughtful consideration, I have decided to enter the transfer portal." He also expressed gratitude to the program, noting, "I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have been part of such an incredible program here at the University of Florida."

Lagway, a former five-star recruit and the top-rated quarterback in the class of 2024, arrived at Florida amid high expectations following his commitment in late 2022. As a freshman, he took over as starter midway through the season and went 6-1 in his appearances, leading the Gators to victories over No. 22 LSU and No. 9 Ole Miss. His performance included a third-highest deep ball rate in the nation that year, fueling optimism for Florida's 2025 campaign, which began with the program's highest preseason ranking since 2021.

Those hopes faded during his sophomore year, as the Gators finished with a 4-8 record, the...