History of Trevor Lawrence in Timeline
Trevor Lawrence is a highly regarded American football quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He achieved significant success in college, leading the Clemson Tigers to a national championship in 2019. As the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, Lawrence experienced a breakthrough season in 2022, guiding the Jaguars to their first division title and playoff victory since 2017.
1985: Last True Freshman Quarterback to Win a National Championship
The year 1985 marked the last time a true freshman quarterback, Jamelle Holieway of Oklahoma, started and won a national championship before Trevor Lawrence achieved this feat.
October 6, 1999: Birth of Trevor Lawrence
Trevor Lawrence was born on October 6, 1999.
2012: Andrew Luck's Draft Year
The year 2012 was significant in NFL draft history as it marked the year Andrew Luck, another highly touted quarterback prospect, was selected first overall.
December 16, 2016: Commitment to Clemson University
On December 16, 2016, Trevor Lawrence, a highly sought-after five-star recruit, announced his commitment to play college football at Clemson University.
2016: High School Success and Accolades
In 2016, during his junior year at Cartersville High School, Trevor Lawrence was named The Atlanta Journal-Constitution player of the year for his impressive performance on the field.
2017: Breaking State Records and National Recognition
In 2017, Lawrence broke Georgia state records for passing yards and touchdowns, surpassing the previous records set by Deshaun Watson. His accomplishments earned him numerous national high school player of the year awards.
2017: Jaguars Reclaim Division Title After Lawrence's Arrival
In 2017, the Jacksonville Jaguars last held the title of division champions before Trevor Lawrence led them back to that position.
2017: Jaguars' Last Playoff Appearance Before Lawrence's Arrival
The year 2017 marked the last time the Jacksonville Jaguars had reached the playoffs before Trevor Lawrence joined the team.
2018: Cotton Bowl Classic Victory
In 2018, Trevor Lawrence led Clemson to a 30-3 victory over Notre Dame in the Cotton Bowl Classic.
2019: National Championship Victory and Offensive MVP
In 2019, Lawrence led Clemson to a 44-16 victory over Alabama in the National Championship game. He was named Offensive MVP and became the first true freshman quarterback to start for a national champion since 1985.
2019: National Championship Victory and Record-Breaking Freshman Season
In 2019, Trevor Lawrence led the Clemson Tigers to a National Championship victory in his freshman year. He also set the school record for quarterback wins.
2019: Preseason ACC Player of the Year and Heisman Trophy Candidate
In 2019, Trevor Lawrence was named the preseason ACC Player of the Year and was considered a frontrunner for the Heisman Trophy.
October 30, 2020: Tests Positive for COVID-19
On October 30, 2020, Trevor Lawrence tested positive for COVID-19, leading to a 10-day quarantine according to ACC protocols. He missed two games during this period.
2020: Jaguars' Losing Streak Before Lawrence's Arrival
Before Trevor Lawrence joined the team, the Jacksonville Jaguars had a 20-game losing streak, which ended in Week 1 of the 2020 season.
April 10, 2021: Marriage to Marissa Mowry
On April 10, 2021, Trevor Lawrence married his longtime girlfriend, Marissa Mowry, whom he had been dating since high school.
July 5, 2021: Signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars
On July 5, 2021, Trevor Lawrence officially signed his four-year rookie contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, who had the first overall pick in the draft.
2021: FTX Spokesperson
In 2021, Trevor Lawrence became a paid spokesperson for FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange, joining a roster of high-profile athletes and celebrities endorsing the platform.
2021: NFL Debut and First Rushing Touchdown
In 2021, Trevor Lawrence made his NFL debut and scored his first rushing touchdown in a game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
2021: Top NFL Draft Prospect
Leading up to the 2021 NFL Draft, Trevor Lawrence was widely considered one of the top prospects and was projected to be the first overall pick.
2021: Drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars
Trevor Lawrence was selected first overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2021 NFL Draft.
November 2022: FTX Bankruptcy and Lawsuit
In November 2022, FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange for which Lawrence was a paid spokesperson, filed for bankruptcy, resulting in significant financial losses for its customers. Lawrence, along with other celebrity endorsers, faced a class-action lawsuit for promoting unregistered securities.
2022: Breakout Season and Division Title
In 2022, Lawrence led the Jaguars to their first division title and playoff win since 2017, marking a breakout season for the young quarterback.
2022: Breakthrough Season and Pro Bowl Recognition
In 2022, Trevor Lawrence showcased significant improvement in his performance, achieving 4,113 passing yards, 25 touchdowns, and an impressive 66.3 completion percentage. His performance earned him an alternate spot in the 2023 Pro Bowl, marking the first time a Jaguars quarterback received this honor since David Garrard in 2009.
2023: NFL Top 100 Recognition
In 2023, Trevor Lawrence was ranked 96th on the NFL Top 100 Players list, as voted by his peers, signifying his growing reputation and impact in the league.
April 29, 2024: Jaguars Exercise Fifth-Year Option
On April 29, 2024, the Jacksonville Jaguars exercised the fifth-year option on Trevor Lawrence's contract, demonstrating their confidence in his long-term potential and commitment to building their franchise around him.