D.J. Lagway, the No. 1 ranked player in Texas and No. 4 nationally by 247 Sports, has reaffirmed his commitment to the University of Florida, which he has maintained for over a year, despite a late push from Lincoln Riley. On ESPN2, Lagway expressed his belief in Florida's coach, Billy Napier, saying, 'I just believe in him. He’s a really good dude. I just see it. I can see it there. I can see him doing amazing things. I feel like I’m the piece of the puzzle to complete it.' After a challenging two months, Napier has secured a key recruit at a crucial position for the Gators. Lagway's loyalty and commitment were highlighted as part of his character. He has also been named Mr. Texas Football, an honor recognizing the top player in Texas high school football, after setting a state record with 58 passing touchdowns and throwing for 4,631 yards in Texas' biggest high school classification. Additionally, he was awarded the 'High School Heisman' by the Touchdown Club of Atlanta.
Florida signee DJ Lagway from Willis, Texas, has been named Mr. Texas Football, the top honor in all of Texas high school football. Lagway threw for 4,631 yards and 58 passing touchdowns, the latter of which is a state record in Texas' biggest high school classification. https://t.co/YPXKUA1Jb4
It’s an excruciating decision every year to name Mr. Texas Football. We at @DCTF don’t take it lightly. We’re proud to bestow Willis QB DJ Lagway with the highest honor in Texas high school football. #TXHSFB https://t.co/t47XlH6GGf
🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨 REVEALED: DJ Lagway Named 2023 Mr. Texas Football https://t.co/p4VUByAjHT @DerekLagway | @WillisWildkats1 | @kroger | @TexasBowl | #MrTexasFootball #dctf #txhsfb #texas https://t.co/pxEwMAWE0X
DJ Lagway, Florida Gators signee, wins prestigious 'High School Heisman' from the Touchdown Club of Atlanta. (FREE) STORY: https://t.co/q1BZFm37EL https://t.co/DQgKFbPbxP
After a brutal 2 months, Billy Napier landed Florida the best player at the most important position in team sports. At @SatDownSouth, I wrote about why DJ Lagway was what mattered most for the Gators. https://t.co/fZSjrR5lPa
Lincoln Riley made a push for DJ Lagway late, but the 5-star keeps with his Florida commitment https://t.co/uIKPTyZ6DO
NEW: Despite some late rumors, DJ Lagway never had any second thoughts about signing with the Gators. I spoke with Lagway and those around him about how loyalty and commitment are part of who he is https://t.co/lxGGuZde2r
WILLIS - Big day for D.J. Lagway and Willis High School. 247 Sports’ No. 1 ranked player in Texas (No. 4 nationally) has been a Florida commit for over a year. Story and photos dropping after the ceremony! #NSD24 #txhsfb https://t.co/SbbaJjYRoS
Why does DJ Lagway think Napier is the guy at UF? “I just believe in him," he says on ESPN2. "He’s a really good dude. I just see it. I can see it there. I can see him doing amazing things. I feel like I’m the piece of the puzzle to complete it.” https://t.co/QGpiaOjg6g