Trevor Lawrence is demonstrating notable progress in his preseason footwork development as the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 Training Camp continues at the Miller Electric Center. The fifth-year quarterback is actively adapting to new offensive strategies under first-year Head Coach Liam Coen, aiming to improve his fundamentals and overall performance.

Lawrence described his adjustment to the updated footwork techniques by saying,

“It’s starting to feel a lot more comfortable and natural,”

signaling his growing confidence in the changes implemented this offseason.

Focus on Precision in Footwork Under the New Offensive Scheme

Following a rigorous two-hour scrimmage on Day 15 of training camp, Lawrence spoke about how his footwork is adapting to the system introduced by Offensive Coordinator Grant Udinski, who is also in his first year with the Jaguars. Udinski praised Lawrence’s ongoing improvements, noting that the quarterback’s work on foot technique is continually progressing.

“That’s our goal,” Udinski said. “There really is no point where you take your foot off the gas on that stuff. You’re always building the fundamentals even throughout the season. The time you can allocate towards that shrinks as the season continues, but he’s improved and the goal is that he continues to improve throughout the year.”

This focus on ongoing development emphasizes the importance of footwork as a foundational skill that Lawrence must maintain and refine to succeed in the new offensive system.

Game Performance Highlights Areas of Growth and Refinement

Lawrence’s preseason performance included a promising outing in the season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he completed six of seven passes for 43 yards during the first-team offense’s only series. He looks ahead to the upcoming Preseason Week 2 matchup against the New Orleans Saints, signaling his readiness to gain more live game reps.

“We’re prepared to go and play a little bit,” Lawrence said regarding the upcoming game at the Caesars Superdome. “It’s just another opportunity for us to get better.”

Following the Steelers game, Lawrence reflected on his footwork, noting that while he reverted momentarily to previous habits, the overall execution aligned with his expectations.

“In the game, a little bit I reverted to some of the old stuff I used to do, Not a ton, though. I thought it was about what I would expect. That’s great practice for me – keeping calm feet, keeping calm eyes, being disciplined with my feet in the pocket, staying in the safe spots, finding those safe spots. I thought overall the game was pretty good, but there were a couple snaps of just bouncing around a little bit that I want to clean up.”

This honest self-assessment underscores Lawrence’s determination to refine nuanced aspects of his game, particularly under game pressure.

Building Muscle Memory Through Detailed Practice Sessions

One of the keys to Lawrence’s ongoing refinement involves ingraining the new footwork patterns until they become second nature. He described this progression as moving from conscious effort to instinctive execution over time.

“I’m not having to think about it,” he explained. “I’m not having to say, ‘OK, what’s my footwork on this play?’ I feel comfortable with it. Some of the mechanical stuff that you’ve done for years – just the way you hitch, the way you transfer weight and some of that stuff – takes a little longer to train out. But we do such a good job of working it in Indy [individual] and all the periods that aren’t team periods to where I’m starting to build that muscle memory where I see it carrying over.”

“I don’t think about it when I’m playing when I’m in team periods or in a game because you don’t want to be thinking about what am I doing with my mechanics? You can’t play that way. You’ve got enough to think about.”

“We’ve done a great job of working on it – really, really detailed work in Indy and trying to pinpoint the issues in those periods.”

These individualized training segments complement team practices, allowing Lawrence to focus meticulously on foot positioning and weight transfer without game distractions.

Offensive Line Versatility Enhances Team Preparedness

Alongside quarterback improvements, the Jaguars have been experimenting with multiple players at the left tackle position during first-team drills. The rotation includes Walker Little, the starter in Preseason Week 1, with veterans Patrick Mekari, Fred Johnson, Chuma Edoga, and rookie Wyatt Milum also seeing snaps. This cross-position flexibility extends across the offensive line.

“We have had some injuries, guys go in and out, even temporary injuries where guys miss a drive, and those have been opportunities for other guys to step up and play different positions,” Offensive Coordinator Grant Udinski said. “We have multiple guys play on different sides, play guard, play tackle, inside, outside, different centers. It’s great that those guys have the ability to do that, and we have the chance to get that type of work.”

He further noted that while the team aims to establish a consistent starting offensive line, it is rare for the same five players to stay on the field for every snap throughout the season.

“At the same time, you recognize that over the course of the year, it’s very rare nowadays for the five same starters to play every single play for an entire season. This work to get guys working with each other that might not always work together on Week 1 or Week 2 is invaluable to have right now.”

This approach to offensive line development supports Lawrence’s growth by ensuring better protection schemes and continuity among blockers.

Looking Ahead: What Lawrence’s Progress Means for the 2025 Jaguars

Trevor Lawrence’s ongoing refinement of his footwork during the preseason is a critical step toward elevating his performance for the 2025 NFL season. His increasing comfort and muscle memory in the new offensive scheme suggest an upward trajectory for both the quarterback and the Jacksonville Jaguars’ offense.

With practice efforts bearing fruit and live game reps forthcoming, Lawrence and the coaching staff will continue to build on these fundamentals as the team seeks stronger cohesion and on-field success. The collaborative adaptation across multiple positions, including the offensive line’s versatility, indicates a comprehensive effort aimed at maximizing the team’s competitive edge throughout the season.