Trevor Lawrence remains under concussion protocol, as head coach Doug Pederson announced during a news conference on Wednesday.
The concussions’ impact on Lawrence’s performance and the consequence it may have for the Jacksonville Jaguars are the team’s main concerns leading into their forthcoming match against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Nevertheless, it is comforting to know that according to Pederson, Lawrence is “progressing well.”
The concussion protocol followed an episode after the Jaguars’ disappointing defeat to the Baltimore Ravens in week 15.
Lawrence self-reported his symptoms, suggesting an injury possibly incurred during a play in the final quarter.
Despite this, the talented quarterback pushed through and completed the game.
Should Lawrence not receive clearance to leave the concussion protocol by Sunday’s crucial game, C.J. Beathard, a veteran player, is prepared to take his place.
Boasting a career record of 2-12, Beathard last started the game for San Francisco in the final week of 2020.
This concussion is a painful addition to Lawrence’s recent injuries; he has been battling a high ankle sprain since the Jags’ Dec.4 loss to Cincinnati.
These physical setbacks, however, have not deterred Lawrence, who has yet to miss a start in his three-year-long career.
Lawrence’s remarkable performance as a quarterback has placed him in line with the best in the league. Standing tall alongside Patrick Mahomes, he is one of only two quarterbacks to have started 48 games since 2021.
Before Lawrence, it was Mike Glennon who made a start for the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 17 of 2020. Despite the unnerving three-game losing streak, the Jacksonville Jaguars exemplify resilience.
With an 8-6 record, they maintain their top position in the AFC South, edging over the Colts and Texans due to favorable tiebreakers.
