Lagonza Hayward brings blue-chip upside and immediate physicality to Florida’s secondary
In his 2025 freshman season at Florida, Lagonza Hayward played in 11 games and produced 12 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss and a sack, with his best outing coming against Mississippi State when he posted six tackles and 2.5 TFLs.[8][11][15] What makes him intriguing is the athletic profile: EA’s 2026 ratings list him at 87 speed, 90 acceleration, 89 jumping and 88 hit power, traits that fit a downhill, disruptive DB who can close space fast and strike in the box.[1] He also arrives with strong recruiting pedigree as a former four-star safety, which suggests room for real growth if Florida keeps developing his coverage consistency.[14][18]
