Overview

• Lagway is working through a left calf strain that emerged at the start of fall camp, participating in limited public throwing drills under a cautious rehab plan led by coach Billy Napier.
• Napier reported that Lagway has shown positive progress over the summer and marked his return by throwing in front of teammates during recent practices.
• Analysts have drawn parallels between Lagway’s calf strain and similar injuries sustained by Aaron Rodgers, Tyrese Halliburton and Kevin Durant that preceded season-ending Achilles tears.
• Lagway insists he does not see himself as injury-prone and said he feels better than ever despite dealing with shoulder, hamstring and core setbacks last season.
• Florida’s College Football Playoff hopes and Napier’s job security hinge on sustaining Lagway’s health through a demanding SEC schedule.