How the DJ Lagway Reset at Baylor Could Change Everything in 2026 | Matt Hayes

Matt Hayes joins the show to break down one of the most fascinating quarterback storylines in college football — DJ Lagway’s fresh start at Baylor and what it really means for his future. After a turbulent and injury-filled stretch at Florida, Lagway is embracing a new environment under Dave Aranda, focused on rebuilding trust, confidence, and his identity both on and off the field. Hayes dives into the mental side of Lagway’s journey, the pressure of NIL expectations, and why this reset could unlock the best version of his game. From overcoming isolation and injuries to building real chemistry with teammates, this conversation goes beyond football and into the evolution of today’s college athlete. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Matt Hayes on DJ Lagway’s Baylor reset 00:32 Owning the past and rewriting his story 01:12 Dave Aranda’s approach and trust building 02:07 Talent vs mindset and motivation 03:06 Comparing Lagway to past QB turnarounds 04:09 Injury struggles and lost development time 06:17 The mental toll of expectations and NIL 08:10 Pressure of fame and spotlight at Florida 11:09 Why Baylor’s environment could help 13:25 Building chemistry and leadership 15:08 Fixing what went wrong at Florida 16:01 Why this version of Lagway could be different #CollegeFootball #Baylor #DJLagway #Big12 #NIL #365Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.