DJ Lagway, the much-hyped quarterback for the Florida Gators, is having a rough go of it lately. His on-field performance has dipped, and his NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) value is tumbling right along with it.
After Florida’s third straight loss, Lagway’s value has nosedived. It’s a tough look for both him and the entire Gators squad.
This post takes a closer look at what’s gone wrong for Lagway, where he stands in the SEC right now, and what all this might mean for his future—and, honestly, for Florida’s season too.
DJ Lagway’s NIL Valuation Takes a Hit
Lagway’s recent games have tanked his NIL valuation. He started the preseason with an impressive $3.7 million estimate, but now that number sits closer to $1.9 million.
That’s a staggering loss of $308,000, especially after Florida’s ugly 26-7 defeat to Miami. It’s wild how fast things can change—NIL value seems glued to wins and stats these days.
Lagway’s On-Field Struggles
His freshman year started off with a spark, especially when he stepped in for the injured Graham Mertz. But that spark fizzled out fast.
Lagway’s numbers have slipped game by game. Out of 16 SEC quarterbacks, he’s sitting at the bottom in QB rating. Not great.
He’s averaging just 5.6 yards per pass attempt, the lowest in the conference. And those six interceptions? That’s more than anyone else in the SEC right now.
Game-by-Game Breakdown
The season opener felt shaky. Against FCS Long Island, Lagway didn’t even make it to halftime, missing out on easy stats.
Then came the upset loss to South Florida, where he just couldn’t get much going. Things got even worse versus LSU—five interceptions, and the Gators lost 20-10.
Most recently, in the Miami game, he managed to avoid turnovers but didn’t do much else, completing 12 of 23 passes for just 61 yards. That’s tough to watch.
Implications for Florida Gators
Florida’s offense is sputtering, with only 33 points across the last three games. It’s pretty clear they’re out of the College Football Playoff conversation.
Now, even making a bowl game feels like a stretch. Head coach Billy Napier? He’s got to be feeling the heat as the season keeps slipping away.
Lagway’s Future Prospects
Lagway’s in a tough spot. He can’t declare for the NFL Draft until 2026, so he’s got another season—maybe with a new coach, or maybe he’ll look to transfer.
Meanwhile, other quarterbacks like Jayden Maiava and Diego Pavia are climbing the NIL charts. It’s a humbling moment for Lagway, no doubt about it.
DJ Lagway’s recent dip in both performance and NIL valuation is honestly tough to watch. College football is brutal these days, isn’t it?
The Florida Gators are still searching for answers. Lagway’s next move? Well, that’s anyone’s guess right now.
If you want to dig deeper into what’s going on, check out the full article here.
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