2025 College Football Week 5 Buzz: Illinois CB Scott to Miss 'Majority' of Season

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway has returned to wearing a boot following a loss to Miami, due to a calf strain that initially occurred in July and limited him during fall training camp. He is expected to recover in time for the next game against Texas on October 4, despite dealing with shoulder and core muscle soreness earlier in the spring.

Illinois will be without star cornerback Xavier Scott for the majority of the season as he undergoes a procedure for a lower leg injury that caused him to miss a recent loss to Indiana. Coach Bret Bielema stated there is a chance Scott could return late in the year, but his absence complicates Illinois' efforts to rebound, especially with an upcoming game against USC and its high-performing quarterback.

Syracuse quarterback Steve Angeli will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn left Achilles tendon, requiring surgery. Coach Fran Brown expressed sadness over the injury but hopes for Angeli's recovery by spring, noting his positive impact on the team despite being a recent transfer from Notre Dame.