Lagway in Walking Boot, Expected to Play at Texas

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway was seen in a walking boot after the Gators' 26-7 loss to Miami; the boot is reportedly for foot soreness/an undisclosed issue and he finished the game. Coach Billy Napier called Lagway "100%," dismissed opt-out rumors as "comical," and said Lagway will remain the starter and primary play-caller. Multiple outlets report confidence he will be available after the bye for Florida's Oct. 4 game at No. 10 Texas. Lagway's 2025 totals through four games are 690 passing yards, five touchdowns and six interceptions (five picks in one game), and he had a season-low 61 passing yards versus Miami. True freshman Tramell Jones Jr. is the expected backup if Lagway misses time, while Florida's 1-3 start and offensive struggles have intensified scrutiny on the team and coach Billy Napier.