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Florida Gators Face Uncertainty as QB DJ Lagway Limited in Spring Practice

Concerns over Lagway's shoulder injury and Florida's challenging 2025 schedule put pressure on coach Billy Napier's pivotal season.

Florida Gators defensive lineman Desmond Watson (21) picks up Tulane Green Wave quarterback Ty Thompson (7) for a sack during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., Friday, Dec. 20, 2024. (Willie J. Allen Jr./Orlando Sentinel)
Florida quarterback DJ Lagway (2) and teammates Trikweze Bridges (7), Aidan Mizell (11) and Jadan Baugh (13) celebrate their 24-17 win against Mississippi in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
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Overview

  • Sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, a key player for the Florida Gators, will be limited in throwing activities during spring practice due to a shoulder issue and lingering lower-body concerns.
  • Coach Billy Napier emphasized a cautious approach to Lagway's recovery, stating the quarterback will still participate in practices and take on leadership roles, such as calling plays for teammates.
  • Florida enters the 2025 season with momentum from a four-game winning streak to close 2024, but faces the second-toughest schedule in the nation, including matchups against seven top-14 teams.
  • Lagway, a highly-touted recruit and potential NFL prospect, is viewed as a critical factor in Florida's offensive success and playoff hopes, but his health remains a key concern.
  • The Gators' roster improvements, including a strong offensive line and promising defensive talent, provide optimism, though analysts warn that the difficult schedule could hinder playoff aspirations.