Lawrence is weighing his choices at this level and is at the moment thought of day-to-day. If he have been to overlook Jacksonville’s subsequent recreation, it will mark solely the second time in his profession he was unable to swimsuit up for a contest. Surgical procedure might be a consideration down the highway, however Rapoport adds nothing is imminent on that entrance.
Accidents have been a problem for a lot of final season in Lawrence’s case, and his play when on the sector did not match expectations as Jacksonville fell in need of a postseason berth. The 2024 marketing campaign has additionally not gone in accordance with plan, and with a 2-7 file the Jags are as soon as once more on observe to overlook the playoffs. A cautious method with respect to Lawrence’s restoration course of would thus come as no shock.
The previous No. 1 decide’s passer ranking for 2024 (87.9) is the bottom since his rookie season, and his 11:6 touchdown-to-interception ratio leaves lots to be desired. Jacksonville’s offense is already shorthanded with wideout Christian Kirk out for the season, and the unit would face a fair steeper problem towards the Vikings if Lawrence have been to be sidelined as effectively. Given the latter’s $55M-per-year extension labored out this offseason, a long-term outlook with respect to his restoration can be smart.
Supplied Lawrence does certainly miss out for Week 10, Mac Jones can be in line to begin in his place. The offseason commerce acquisition has performed solely 17 snaps this yr. Jacksonville reunited with C.J. Beathard Wednesday, a transfer which supplies the staff depth beneath heart if wanted. Lawrence’s standing over the approaching days and past can be value following intently.
