Did the Jaguars Pay Trevor Lawrence Too Soon?

The Jacksonville Jaguars' 0-2 start to the season after signing Trevor Lawrence to a $275 million contract extension has sparked a debate about whether the team overpaid the young quarterback.

The Jacksonville Jaguars' 18-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns on Sunday has brought scrutiny to the team's decision to hand quarterback Trevor Lawrence a $275 million contract extension in the offseason.

Lawrence, the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, has struggled in his first two games of the season. Against the Browns, he completed just 14 of 30 passes for 220 yards and took a crucial safety with 1:44 left in the game. He did not throw a touchdown pass, and the Jaguars' only touchdown came on a 4-yard run by running back Travis Etienne Jr.

Did the Jaguars Pay Trevor Lawrence Too Soon?

Following the loss, Lawrence was blunt about the team's performance. "We suck right now, so I'm pretty shocked," he said. "Obviously, we had a great offseason, great training camp, and we've got to figure it out."

The Jaguars have now lost their first two games of the season, both at home. They lost a close one to the Miami Dolphins last week, only putting up 17 points. The team has not scored at least 30 points since Dec. 4, 2023 against the Cincinnati Bengals, and have not scored more than 20 points since Dec. 31 against the Carolina Panthers.

Did the Jaguars Pay Trevor Lawrence Too Soon?

Head coach Doug Pederson said after the game that the Jaguars' defense played well, but that the offense needs to improve. "Listen, that's a good defense. A really good defense," Pederson said. "Probably one of the best in the league. If there's a measuring stick, then we didn't measure up very well today."

The Jaguars' offensive struggles have raised questions about whether they paid Lawrence too much, too soon. Lawrence has shown flashes of potential, but he has also made some costly mistakes. It remains to be seen whether he will be able to live up to the expectations that come with his massive contract.

Did the Jaguars Pay Trevor Lawrence Too Soon?

Analysts on Fox News have weighed in on the debate. Emmanuel Acho believes that the Jaguars paid Lawrence too much, too soon. "I think they overpaid him," Acho said. "I think they panicked. I think they felt the pressure to get him locked up because he's the face of the franchise."

LeSean McCoy disagreed with Acho, saying that the Jaguars made the right move by extending Lawrence. "I think they paid him the right amount," McCoy said. "I think he's worth it. I think he's going to be a great player."

James Jones believes that it's too early to say whether the Jaguars paid Lawrence too much. "I think it's too early to tell," Jones said. "He's only played two games. I think he's going to be a great player, but I think it's too early to say whether they paid him too much."

Dave Helman believes that the Jaguars should be patient with Lawrence. "I think they should give him some time," Helman said. "He's only 23 years old. He's going to make mistakes. I think he's going to be a great player, but I think they need to give him some time."

Only time will tell whether the Jaguars made the right decision by extending Lawrence's contract. But the team's 0-2 start has certainly raised some questions about the move.