Trevor Lawrence, the former Clemson star and current Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback, is often celebrated for his standout talent and signature long hair. Recently, a humorous conversation on the Barstool podcast Pardon My Take brought up a curious statistic suggesting no quarterback with long hair has ever won a Super Bowl. The intriguing question of a potential “curse” linked to long-haired quarterbacks gained new attention, centered around Lawrence’s flowing locks.
Discussing the “Curse” on Pardon My Take
On the podcast, hosts PFT Commenter and Big Cat highlighted the odd fact to Lawrence, sparking his surprise. Lawrence responded with disbelief, asking,
“Really? Never?”
—Trevor Lawrence. The hosts referenced players like Joe Namath and Ben Roethlisberger, but pointed out their hair was never quite as long or full as Lawrence’s shoulder-length style. Lawrence responded playfully, standing up and joking,
“I’ll be right back… That’s a crazy stat.”
—Trevor Lawrence.
The conversation even included a nod to Tom Brady, who famously cut his longer hair after a Super Bowl defeat, hinting the haircut may have symbolized a fresh start on his path to later victories.
Challenging the Curse: Kenny Stabler’s Example
Despite the lighthearted tone, the so-called curse may already have been disproven. Kenny Stabler, Oakland Raiders quarterback known as “The Snake,” won Super Bowl XI in 1977 while sporting unmistakable long hair that spilled out from under his helmet. Archival footage and multiple accounts describe Stabler’s iconic flowing locks, similar in style to Lawrence’s today but with a 1970s edge. This historical fact challenges the idea that long-haired quarterbacks cannot win football’s biggest prize.
The Oakland Coliseum hosted the 1974 AFC Championship Game where Stabler played against the Pittsburgh Steelers. That image remains a vivid example of the long-haired quarterback thriving at the highest level in the NFL.
What This Means for Trevor Lawrence and the NFL
While Trevor Lawrence joked about cutting his hair to break the curse, the broader football history suggests he may instead be reviving a legacy. As Lawrence enters his prime and the Jacksonville Jaguars continue to strengthen, the NFL might be on the verge of witnessing another long-haired quarterback lift the Lombardi Trophy. If Lawrence and the Jaguars make a deep playoff run, that superstition about long hair may finally be laid to rest.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. How many concussions did Trevor Lawrence have?
A. This was his second concussion diagnosed while playing for the Jaguars, and the third since his three-year college career at Clemson. Last December, Lawrence got a concussion in the Jaguars’ Week 15 game against Baltimore. However, he still started in the following game against Tampa Bay.
Q. Is Trevor Lawrence a dad?
A. NFL player Trevor Lawrence has become a father! He and his wife Marissa, from the Jacksonville Jaguars, shared the news of having their first child. They expressed their deep love for their newborn.