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DJ Lagway’s short time with the Florida Gators appeared to be coming to an end.
Lagway announced on Monday that he intends to enter the transfer portal when it arrives in a few weeks. He released a statement on Instagram revealing his decision and thanked his friends, family, coaches and teammates for helping his career with the Gators.
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) gestures before the snap against the Florida State Seminoles in the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Nov. 29, 2025. (Matt Pendleton/Imagn Images)
“After much prayer, reflection and thoughtful consideration, I have decided to enter the transfer portal,” Lagway said.
The Texas native was a highly touted recruit. He was named MaxPrep’s National Player of the Year and Mr. Texas Football in 2023. He chose the Gators over the Baylor Bears, Texas A&M, USC Trojans and Clemson Tigers.
Lagway has dealt with 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 problem in 2024.
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) walks onto the field during the 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 in the middle of the 2025 season. Jon Sumrall was brought over from the Tulane Green Wave to take over the job.
Lagway should earn more than $3 million by 2026 in Florida through name, image and likeness deals. He already has partnerships with Gatorade, Jordan Brand, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini Orlando, T-Mobile, Beats by Dre and others.
It is unclear where he will land next.
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) practices prior to the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Nov. 22, 2025. (Kim Klement Neitzel/Imagn Images)
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The NCAA transfer portal opens on January 2nd for 10 days.
