The passer’s two first-half interceptions cost his team scoring opportunities, certainly no fewer than six points given placekicker Trey Smack’s confidence on a 4-field goal day.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway wraps up his true freshman campaign by taking home the Gasparilla Bowl MVP. Congratulations to the 2024 @UnionHomeMtg Gasparilla Bowl MVP, DJ Lagway. The @GatorsFB true freshman QB put on a dominant performance and helped the Gators take home the treasure. pic.twitter.com/wRs0n3P4dy

DJ Lagway shrugged off a couple of first-half turnovers and threw for 305 yards and a touchdown to lead Florida to a 33-8 victory over Tulane in the Gasparilla Bowl.

Florida football capped off the 2024 campaign with a 33-8 win over Tulane in the Gasparilla Bowl, finishing with an 8-5 record this season. The Gators cruised to a victory in Tampa, but freshman quarterback DJ Lagway wasn’t pleased with his showing and plans to get right to work this offseason.

Florida football coaches have been impressed with DJ Lagway's football IQ and work ethic, which has allowed them to expand the playbook. Could Lagway take another step?

The true freshman quarterback turned enough heads in 2024 to be an early favorite for the Heisman Trophy next season

DJ Lagway threw a touchdown pass, Trey Smack kicked four field goals and Florida's defense dominated in a 33-8 victory over Tulane in the Gasparilla Bowl on Friday in Tampa,