Trevor Lawrence enters the 2025 NFL season with high expectations as the Jacksonville Jaguars’ quarterback, facing pressure to deliver immediate results after another coaching change. Starting under new head coach Liam Coen, Lawrence’s 2025 Jaguars quarterback comeback is scrutinized amid concerns over team stability and past challenges.
New Leadership Brings Hope but Adds Pressure on Lawrence
Lawrence, the first overall pick in the 2021 draft, begins his third season with his third different head coach in just five years. Liam Coen, known for revitalizing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offense in 2024, is now tasked with turning the Jaguars’ offense—and particularly Lawrence—around. Coen’s reputation as a “quarterback whisperer” has raised expectations that he can address the core issues holding Lawrence back.
Despite the excitement around Coen’s arrival, football analyst Brent Martineau expressed skepticism about some areas highlighted for improvement.
“Are you really going to fix something that you’ve been doing since you were six years old?”
Martineau questioned regarding Lawrence’s footwork. He added,
“I don’t know how simple this is, in terms of fixing, but if he’s thinking about (footwork), he’s not gonna play fast. That concerns me.”
Lawrence’s Rocky Start and the Demand for Immediate Results
Fans and analysts alike are tired of excuses as the Jaguars head into this next phase, wanting concrete improvements in performance. Martineau pointed out how Lawrence’s early career has been marked by instability and distractions unlike those faced by peers such as Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs.
“Patrick Mahomes hasn’t had to deal with any of the stuff that (Lawrence) has had to deal with in that way,”
Martineau said.
“None of it. From the negativity, to the Urban Meyer, to the different offenses, he hasn’t had to deal with any of it.”
Lawrence’s rookie season suffered under former head coach Urban Meyer, who was dismissed after a poor 2-11 start. His performance initially improved under Doug Pederson, the next coach, but Martineau noted,
“By the time he got used to the (Doug Pederson) offense, it looked like it had gone stale.”
This constant adjustment to new systems has hindered Lawrence’s ability to find consistent rhythm.
Expectations Set High Despite Team Changes
Austen Lane, Martineau’s podcast partner, highlighted that while the Jaguars have added promising talent like top draft pick Travis Hunter, and Coach Coen is new to the team, Lawrence won’t receive much grace regarding his performance.
“For Trevor Lawrence, I understand it’s another new offense and another new head coach, but … he has to play well right away, in my opinion,”
Lane emphasized.
Lane also criticized Lawrence’s projected statistics in ESPN’s 2025 fantasy football draft, which forecasted 22 touchdowns against 14 interceptions. “Those numbers are not good,” Lane stated firmly.
“That can’t be the case. I don’t care what the other stats say.”
Jaguars’ Schedule and the Need for a Swift Strong Start
The Jaguars’ 2025 schedule presents a mix of challenges, with a demanding finish including multiple games against divisional rivals Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans, as well as matchups against the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals. A solid start will be essential to maintain playoff contention into the latter part of the season.
Lane stressed the urgency:
“Trevor Lawrence is the guy that has to be good right away. You can’t have, in my opinion, any slow start, any of that, whoever it’s on. For Lawrence, it’s time to go.”
This sentiment reflects the Jaguars’ need for their quarterback to perform immediately to justify his status and the team’s investment.
Pressure Mounts on Lawrence’s 2025 Comeback and Jaguars’ Future
Trevor Lawrence’s journey in Jacksonville remains fraught with frustration and scrutiny, with his ability to adapt quickly to Liam Coen’s offense critical for the Jaguars’ 2025 hopes. The team’s recent coaching instability and previous setbacks have created a precarious situation, placing added weight on Lawrence’s performance this season.
Success for Lawrence will not only validate the Jaguars’ faith in him but could also stabilize the franchise’s broader trajectory. Failure to produce wins quickly could prompt even more difficult questions about the team’s direction. As the season unfolds, all eyes will be on Lawrence to see if he can turn the page in his quest for a triumphant 2025 comeback.