Major news alert for college football fans! Florida quarterback transfer DJ Lagway is reportedly planning a visit to Florida State, according to his father, Derek Lagway Sr. This information was first reported by On3 and confirmed by Noles247.com. This potential move has significant implications for both teams, and here's why you should care.
Lagway Sr. mentioned that the visit is in the scheduling phase, and they're also planning to check out other programs, though the specific schools remain under wraps for now.
But here's where it gets interesting: According to 247Sports, Lagway is ranked as the No. 11 overall player and the No. 4 quarterback in the Transfer Portal. This means he's a highly sought-after player with the potential to make a huge impact wherever he lands.
Let's dive into his stats. In the 2025 season, the 6-foot-3, 247-pound signal-caller started every game for the Gators, completing 213 of 337 pass attempts (62%) for 2,264 yards and 16 touchdowns, with 14 interceptions. He also showed his athleticism by running for 244 yards on 51 attempts.
Before that, in 2024, he threw for 1,915 yards on 115-of-192 passing (59.9%), 12 touchdowns, and nine interceptions, while rushing 51 times for 101 yards. He has two years of college eligibility remaining after playing in 12 games and starting seven as a true freshman for UF in 2024.
Now, why is Florida State so keen on Lagway? They're in the market for a new starting quarterback because their 2025 starter, Tommy Castellanos, has exhausted his eligibility, had a waiver denied, and declared for the NFL Draft. The Seminoles are also hosting UNLV quarterback transfer Anthony Colandrea for a visit.
And this is the part most people miss... Before his transfer, 247Sports ranked Lagway as the No. 3 prospect and the No. 1 quarterback in the 2024 recruiting class. He chose UF over USC and many other offers.
Could this be a game-changer for Florida State? What do you think about Lagway's potential impact? Share your thoughts in the comments!
