There was major concern about Florida’s star quarterback DJ Lagway during spring practices. The former five-star recruit, who had a 6-1 record in seven starts last season, was sidelined by a shoulder injury and a lower-body issue that kept him from throwing. Naturally, both fans and insiders speculated about how long he might be out, and the fact that he only participated in the spring game by handing the ball off didn’t help calm those fears.
However, Gators fans received some reassuring news over the weekend: Lagway’s father, Derek Lagway Sr., told Gators Online that DJ has started throwing again and is training privately in Jacksonville. “He’s throwing,” said Lagway Sr. “I think it’s somewhere between 45 to 80 balls. He’s gradually building back up. The arm feels good. It’s a process, but he’s making progress and he’s very excited.
” This update should help settle the nerves of Gators fans, who had been anxious during the spring transfer portal window, worried the team might quietly be searching for a replacement. As a true freshman, Lagway passed for 1,915 yards, 12 touchdowns, and nine interceptions, leading Florida to a strong finish late in the season. Although he couldn’t fully participate in spring practices, Lagway stayed involved by taking mental reps while other quarterbacks handled the physical reps. Florida is set to kick off the 2025 season against LIU on August 30.
