'Need to really turn it on': Trevor Lawrence eyes breakout year under Jaguars' new coach Liam Coen
The Jacksonville Jaguars are pressing the reset button — and quarterback Trevor Lawrence is under the brightest spotlight of his young career. With former Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen now at the helm, the team is signaling a full-scale shift in offensive identity.
After an underwhelming 2024 campaign, Jacksonville's front office is banking on Coen's quarterback-friendly system to elevate Lawrence into the elite tier. The stakes are sky-high in Duval as Lawrence enters what could be a make-or-break fourth season.
New coach, new system for Jaguars
Liam Coen was hired as the Jaguars' head coach in January after orchestrating a resurgence for Baker Mayfield in Tampa Bay. Coen's offensive scheme helped Mayfield post a career-high 28 touchdowns in 2024, and Jacksonville hopes for a similar turnaround with their franchise quarterback.
Lawrence, who has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled with consistency, acknowledged the urgency heading into 2025.
'I feel like this is like getting into my prime,' he said. 'I got a lot of good years left ahead of me, and I need to really turn it on.' The Jaguars have also brought in several offensive reinforcements in free agency, including veteran wideout Tyler Boyd and left guard Dalton Risner, to protect and support their star QB.
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Trevor Lawrence ready to elevate game
Since being drafted No. 1 overall in 2021, Lawrence has carried high expectations — but his development has been uneven. He threw for 21 touchdowns and 14 interceptions last season, with Jacksonville missing the playoffs after a late-season collapse. Now, with a revamped coaching staff and a cleaner offensive blueprint, the 25-year-old knows he must deliver.
'I really feel good about the situation we're in,' he shared on the Pardon My Take podcast.
The pressure to win has intensified, especially with rival AFC South teams like the Texans and Colts surging behind young quarterbacks. 'I love Coach Coen and the whole staff,' Lawrence added. 'Just good dudes, good players, too.'
Jacksonville resets offense for playoff push
The Jaguars are clearly all-in on offensive change, hoping Coen's structure can replicate the chemistry he had with Mayfield. Coen, who previously worked with Sean McVay and helped Kentucky's Will Levis develop into a top NFL prospect, is known for his timing-based passing game and quarterback development.
Jacksonville also made notable upgrades in the backfield and offensive line, signaling a commitment to protecting Lawrence and giving him play-action flexibility.
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These strategic changes aim to reduce turnovers — Lawrence had 12 fumbles last season — and create more rhythm in the passing game. If it all clicks, the Jaguars could re-emerge as a playoff contender in a tightly packed AFC. If it doesn't, the team faces hard questions about its future under center.
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