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DJ Lagway’s short time with the Florida Gators seemed to be coming to an end.
Lagway announced Monday that he plans to enter the transfer portal in a few weeks. He released a statement on Instagram revealing his decision and thanked his friends, family, coaches and teammates for helping him in his career with the Gators.
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) gestures before the snap against the Florida State Seminoles during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 29, 2025. (Matt Pendleton/Imagn Images)
“After much prayer, thought and consideration, I have decided to enter the transfer portal,” Lagway said.
The Texas native was a highly touted recruit. He was named MaxPreps National Player of the Year and Mr. Texas Football in 2023. He chose to go to the Gators over the Baylor Bears, Texas A&M, USC Trojans and Clemson Tigers.
Lagway has suffered from injuries since entering “The Swamp”. He had 2,264 passing yards and 16 touchdowns in 2025. He missed most of the offseason program while recovering from core muscle surgery, a sore throwing arm and a strained calf. He also had a hamstring issue in 2024.
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) walks on the field during Gator Walk before a game against the Florida State Seminoles at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 29, 2025. (Matt Pendleton/Imagn Images)
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Billy Napier was Florida’s head coach when Lagway joined. The Gators fired Napier midway through the 2025 season. Jon Sumrall was brought in from Tulane Green Wave to take over the job.
Lagway was expected to earn more than $3 million in 2026 in Florida through name, image and likeness deals. It already has partnerships with Gatorade, Jordan Brand, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini Orlando, T-Mobile, Beats by Dre and others.
It’s unclear where he will land next.
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) practices before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 22, 2025. (Kim Klement Neitzel/Imagn Images)
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The NCAA transfer portal will open on January 2 for 10 days.
