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Florida CB Dijon Johnson Out for Season After Knee Surgery as Napier Says DJ Lagway Is '100 Percent'

Florida reaches its bye at 1-3 with Billy Napier rejecting redshirt talk for DJ Lagway and keeping play-calling before hosting No. 10 Texas.

Nov 16, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Dijon Johnson (27) celebrates after a defensive stop against the LSU Tigers during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Napier confirmed Johnson had knee surgery Tuesday and will miss the rest of the season after being injured against Miami.
  • Johnson was hurt in the second half while tackling Hurricanes receiver Malachi Toney, ending his run of eight straight starts.
  • Napier said Lagway is fully healthy and practicing after being stepped on versus Miami and briefly wearing a precautionary walking boot.
  • The coach dismissed speculation about Lagway opting out or redshirting as "comical," noting the quarterback has been active in team prep.
  • Florida has lost three straight to fall to 1-3 (0-1 SEC), will be idle this week, and hosts No. 10 Texas on Oct. 4 as Napier continues to call plays.