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DJ Lagway’s Baylor Debut Marred by Two Early Turnovers

Two first-quarter mistakes in his first game for Baylor heighten questions about his ball security.

Overview

  • Lagway transferred from Florida to Baylor after the 2025 season, saying he wanted a change of culture, a better coaching fit, and to be closer to his Willis, Texas family.
  • He entered Baylor with a high recruiting pedigree but mixed college production, having thrown 2,264 yards with 16 touchdowns and 14 interceptions in 2025 for Florida.
  • In his Baylor debut on Saturday, Sept. 5, Lagway committed an interception and a fumble in the first quarter, errors that drew immediate media scrutiny.
  • Coverage split between sympathetic voices like Tim Tebow, who said Lagway needed a fresh opportunity, and critical game accounts that flagged persistent ball-security problems.
  • The early errors raise pressure on coach Dave Aranda and the Baylor offense to show quick improvement and could shape public perception of Lagway’s transfer and the team’s season outlook.