DJ Lagway Expected to Miss Second Straight Game Against Louisiana Tech

Baylor quarterback DJ Lagway is doubtful and expected to miss this Saturday’s matchup against Louisiana Tech, meaning junior Nate Bennett will make his second straight start, SicEm365 has learned.

Lagway suffered an ankle sprain on the first drive against Auburn last Saturday. The Florida transfer gutted it out and threw for 333 yards and two touchdowns, but his limited mobility contributed to two costly turnovers and forced Baylor to condense its playbook.

In Lagway's absence, Bennett threw for 314 yards and three touchdowns on 24-of-36 passing against Prairie View A&M in his first career start, while adding a 17-yard rushing touchdown. He also turned the ball over twice.

During his Monday morning press conference, head coach Dave Aranda gave the latest regarding Lagway, saying, “No update, other than he felt great yesterday. We have a walk-through later today, and we expect him to go and expect him to go on Tuesday.”

Bennett took all the first-team reps this week, however. The hope is that Lagway will be fully healthy going into Big 12 play against Colorado.

The Bears (1-1) will close non-conference play against Louisiana Tech (1-1) at 3 p.m. on Sept. 19 at McLane Stadium. The game will be televised on ESPNU.