DJ Lagway's Football Future Takes Shape as He Makes Final Decision on Baylor Commitment
The transfer portal season that has left college football fans reeling just got even more intriguing. Five-star quarterback DJ Lagway, who played his initial two seasons in the SEC for the Florida Gators, has made a final decision on where he will play in the 2026 campaign.
After entering the transfer window and visiting several schools across the nation to gauge interest, Lagway ultimately chose Baylor over other suitors. What makes this commitment interesting is that his father, Derek Lagway, was a running back for the Bears back in his playing days.
However, Lagway's decision wasn't without its twists and turns. Initially, he drew attention from Duke, which pivoted following its own quarterback situation came to light. The Blue Devils were dealing with the uncertainty of their starting quarterback, Darian Mensah, who shocked everyone by declaring for the NFL Draft despite being on a two-year contract.
Duke's interest in Lagway seemed legitimate at first, but he ultimately decided to follow his father's alma mater. With the news of Lagway's commitment, fans and analysts alike are now wondering what Baylor can expect from this talented quarterback.
Lagway's stint with Florida was marked by flashes of brilliance, throwing for 4,179 yards and 28 touchdowns over two seasons. However, he also struggled with unforced errors, notching 23 interceptions during his time in Gainesville.
As Lagway begins this new chapter at Baylor, it will be fascinating to see how he develops under the guidance of his father's old team. If he can continue to work on his game and grow into his full potential, the Bears might just have a chance at landing a top NFL prospect in the near future.
The transfer portal season that has left college football fans reeling just got even more intriguing. Five-star quarterback DJ Lagway, who played his initial two seasons in the SEC for the Florida Gators, has made a final decision on where he will play in the 2026 campaign.
After entering the transfer window and visiting several schools across the nation to gauge interest, Lagway ultimately chose Baylor over other suitors. What makes this commitment interesting is that his father, Derek Lagway, was a running back for the Bears back in his playing days.
However, Lagway's decision wasn't without its twists and turns. Initially, he drew attention from Duke, which pivoted following its own quarterback situation came to light. The Blue Devils were dealing with the uncertainty of their starting quarterback, Darian Mensah, who shocked everyone by declaring for the NFL Draft despite being on a two-year contract.
Duke's interest in Lagway seemed legitimate at first, but he ultimately decided to follow his father's alma mater. With the news of Lagway's commitment, fans and analysts alike are now wondering what Baylor can expect from this talented quarterback.
Lagway's stint with Florida was marked by flashes of brilliance, throwing for 4,179 yards and 28 touchdowns over two seasons. However, he also struggled with unforced errors, notching 23 interceptions during his time in Gainesville.
As Lagway begins this new chapter at Baylor, it will be fascinating to see how he develops under the guidance of his father's old team. If he can continue to work on his game and grow into his full potential, the Bears might just have a chance at landing a top NFL prospect in the near future.
... Like Lagway's dad was a backup or something? I mean, what does he even bring to the table? A famous last name shouldn't guarantee success on the field 
. And now that Duke lost out, they're just gonna be all like "Oh no, we messed up by not getting him" 
... Meanwhile Lagway's gotta deal with his own personal demons after a rough sophomore season in Gainesville... 23 interceptions? Yeah, that's not something to brag about 
. I got a bad feeling about this...
. what if there's more to it than meets the eye?
. With the guidance of his father's old team, I'm expecting big things from him this season! His stats at Florida were already impressive, but if he can work on those unforced errors, watch out 
. Baylor's got a shot at landing an NFL prospect in no time 
!
. It's crazy how much drama went down with Florida, i mean 23 ints? that's just crazy talk 
. The fact that he chose not to go to Duke because of his dad's old team is pretty cool 
. I think he's got a good shot at becoming an NFL QB if he works hard and doesn't get too distracted by all the attention 
. Baylor might be the perfect fit for him, they've already proven they can develop young talent 
.
As someone who's all about mindfulness and self-care, I think it's awesome that he's taking a leap of faith to follow his heart (and dad) to Baylor 
. Let's be real, being in college is all about growth and figuring out what works for you. Lagway's transfer journey has already shown us he's not afraid to take risks and adapt to new situations 
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Plus, it's awesome that his father played for Baylor back in the day. That kind of legacy is something to build on! 
I'm excited to see how he develops as a quarterback and if he can lead the team to some big wins! 