$2 million college football QB trending toward final decision after fourth transfer visit

The NCAA transfer portal is approaching the end of its current window for college athletes to switch programs, with the deadline set for January 16. Thousands of players have entered the portal following the conclusion of the 2025 season, with particular attention on quarterbacks transferring within the Power Four conferences.

One notable quarterback transfer is DJ Lagway, formerly of Florida, who has committed to Baylor for the 2026 season. Lagway, a 6-foot-3, 247-pounder, played for Florida starting in 2024, stepping up as the main quarterback after an injury to Graham Mertz. He passed for 1,915 yards, 12 touchdowns, and nine interceptions in his first year, and in his next season, he threw for 2,264 yards, 16 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions, while also rushing for 136 yards and a touchdown. Florida ended the season with a 4-8 record, leading to the firing of head coach Billy Napier and the