So long as the latest ailment remains a relatively minor issue, Lagway should be back on the field well in advance of Florida's Week 1 game against Long Island. The Gators may go as Lagway goes this fall; a healthy version could make them a darkhorse contender to reach the SEC Championship Game.

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway is practicing for the first time since camp opened. It's a sign of progress for the highly touted and oft-injured sophomore.

Despite reports earlier in the week, Gators QB DJ Lagway did make an appearance at the Gators scrimmage Saturday.