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Napier Says DJ Lagway Is ‘On Schedule,’ QB Decision Still Pending

Analysts are raising concerns about his week-to-week availability.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws the ball during fall football practice at Heavener Football Complex at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. [Matt Pendleton/Gainesville Sun]

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Overview

  • Lagway returned to 11-on-11 work Monday and has been active all week, with Billy Napier calling his recent practices his best yet.
  • On3’s Keith Niebuhr reported the quarterback is making a “ton of progress,” and a team source told GatorsOnline his arm is close to full strength.
  • Florida has not named a starter, with Napier describing the competition as unresolved heading into game week.
  • Louisville transfer Harrison Bailey and redshirt sophomore Aidan Warner continue to take meaningful reps, with Warner drawing praise for an Aug. 16 scrimmage.
  • Lagway missed early portions of camp and both scrimmages after a July calf strain and a spring limited by shoulder and lower-body issues, and Florida opens Aug. 30 against Long Island at The Swamp.