Trevor Lawrence

Trevor Lawrence

QB JAC Bye 7 PPR #80

Trevor Lawrence

NFL player. Position: QB. Team: JAC.

Quick Facts

  • Position: QB
  • Team: JAC (Jacksonville Jaguars)
  • Bye week (2026): 7
  • FantasyPros PPR rank (pulled 2026-05-21): 80

2026 Outlook

Breakout 2025 season under new head coach Liam Coen marked a dramatic turnaround for Lawrence and the Jaguars. After a disappointing 2024 (2-8 as starter), Lawrence thrived in Coen's scheme, completing 341-of-560 passes for 4,007 yards and a career-high 29 passing TDs, adding 9 rushing TDs for 38 total scores (3rd most in NFL). Lawrence was an MVP finalist while Coen was a Coach of the Year finalist.

Jaguars finished 13-4 and won the AFC South after a 5-4 start, then won 8 consecutive games to close the regular season. Lawrence's efficiency spiked notably in the second half once the playbook install clicked, suggesting 2026 ceiling is even higher if the offense maintains continuity. Elite QB/HC pairing remains critical—Lawrence and Coen are now being discussed as a top-tier duo capable of entering an elite tier alongside McVay/Stafford, Reid/Mahomes, Sirianni/Hurts, and others with Super Bowl pedigree (per How Jaguars' Liam Coen and Trevor Lawrence Can Enter a Special Tier in 2026).

Tight end shift advantage: The Jaguars significantly increased emphasis on the tight end position through the 2026 draft, adding explosive talent behind star TE Brenton Strange. Second-round pick Nate Boerkircher (ranked first among SEC tight ends in run-blocking grade) and fifth-round pick Tanner Koziol (74 receptions in college, 727 yards, 6 TDs) give Lawrence more dynamic tight end options for 12 and 13 personnel packages. Lawrence sees the advantage: "You can find some mismatches if you have really good tight ends. There are so many options that you can do and you kind of know at least what type of personnel you're going to get on defense." The deeper tight end room should help Lawrence exploit defensive adjustments and create additional passing lanes. (per Trevor Lawrence Sees Key Advantages in Jaguars' Seismic TE Shift)

2026 challenges and approach: The Jaguars will play only 6 home games in 2026 due to stadium renovations, forcing 11 games on the road. This is compounded by a first-place schedule after winning the division last year. Coen and Lawrence have publicly committed to a "relentless pursuit" mindset and are focused on avoiding complacency. Lawrence echoed Coen's message about being "intentional every day" in preparation, suggesting the offense will prioritize mastery of existing concepts over expansion (per Liam Coen Knows Just How to Guide the Jaguars Through Stadium Renovation Schedule and OTAs Week 1: 'Intentional Every Day…').

Scaling the 2025 success: Coen and offensive coordinator Grant Udinski are focused on making the Jaguars offense "unstoppable" in 2026 after a dominant 2025. While many offenses would expand the playbook, the Jaguars' emphasis is on refinement and leverage—especially through increased deployment of 13 personnel (one RB, three TEs) inspired by Sean McVay's approach. Coen noted that 13 personnel forces defenses to use heavier base packages, and with the Jaguars' upgraded tight end depth, Lawrence will exploit defensive adjustments and create additional mismatches. The goal is for Lawrence to build on his MVP-caliber 2025 season and lead the team on a deep playoff run (per Jaguars Offense Still Has Steps to Take in 2026).

Role / Depth Chart

Starting QB for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Entrenched after strong 2025 performance.

Injury Status

Healthy. No major injuries entering 2026.

Recent News

  • 2026-05-28 — Eagles 2026 schedule: Game-by-game predictions for Philadelphia (Eagles 2026 schedule: Game-by-game predictions for Philadelphia)
  • 2026-05-25 — 2026 Schedule: Analyzing the Cowboys' 5 AFC opponents - Dallas Cowboys (2026 Schedule: Analyzing the Cowboys' 5 AFC opponents - Dallas Cowboys)
  • 2026-05-28 — Highest-paid players at every NFL position: A look at who is cashing the biggest check... (Highest-paid players at every NFL position: A look at who is cashing the biggest check...)
  • 2026-05-15 — Bold Predictions for Every Outcome of Colts' Crucial 2026 Campaign (Bold Predictions for Every Outcome of Colts' Crucial 2026 Campaign)
  • 2026-05-15 — Indianapolis Colts 2026 schedule: Pressure’s on from the start - The Athletic (Indianapolis Colts 2026 schedule: Pressure’s on from the start - The Athletic)
  • 2026-05-28 — SI's 2026 Ranking of the NFL’s Coach-QB Duos (SI's 2026 Ranking of the NFL’s Coach-QB Duos)
  • 2026-04-04 — Jaguars' Liam Coen Details Intriguing Philosophy on Quarterback Development (Jaguars' Liam Coen Details Intriguing Philosophy on Quarterback Development)
  • 2026-05-24 — Field Yates' fantasy football PPR rankings: Top 160 for 2026 (Field Yates' fantasy football PPR rankings: Top 160 for 2026)
  • 2026-05-28 — Jaguars 2026 schedule: Way-too-early record prediction, picks (Jaguars 2026 schedule: Way-too-early record prediction, picks)
  • 2026-04-02 — Jaguars Offense Still Has Steps to Take in 2026 (Jaguars Offense Still Has Steps to Take in 2026)

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