Posted on Nov 08
Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence unlikely to play against Vikings due to shoulder injury
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Trevor Lawrence unlikely to play against Vikings due to shoulder injury
Why it matters: The absence of Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars' star quarterback and first overall pick in the 2021 draft, could significantly impact the team's performance against the Vikings.
- Doug Pederson on Trevor Lawrence's playing status: "It is trending toward [Lawrence] not playing."
- Doug Pederson on Lawrence's health and practice reps: "He can't miss those reps in practice. He's got to stay on track."
What's new: Lawrence injured his left shoulder during last week's game against the Eagles but continued playing. However, Coach Pederson has indicated that the priority now is Lawrence's health and practice reps.
Yes, but: While Lawrence's absence is a setback for the Jaguars, it provides an opportunity for Mac Jones to step in as the starting quarterback, with C.J. Beathard as the backup.
What to watch: The performance of Mac Jones, who last started in Week 12 of 2023 for the New England Patriots, will be closely observed as he takes on the responsibilities of leading the Jaguars' offense.
- Jones has completed 66.1% of his passes for 8,946 yards, 46 touchdowns, and 36 interceptions in his career.
What's next: The Jaguars will need to rely on Jones and the rest of the team to fill the void left by Lawrence's absence, hoping for a successful outcome against the Vikings.
The bottom line: While the absence of Trevor Lawrence is unfortunate for the Jaguars, it presents an opportunity for Mac Jones to showcase his abilities and contribute to the team's offensive efforts. The Jaguars will need a strong collective effort to overcome the challenge posed by the Vikings.