Quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Handout Photo-USA TODAY Sports

Trevor Lawrence clarifies his love of football after reaction to comments to Sports Illustrated

Originally posted on Sportsnaut | By Matt Fitzgerald | Last updated 4/17/21

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is the presumptive No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, but he drew criticism recently with his apparent attitude toward football, which was construed as somewhat aloof by some.

In case there were any doubts about his commitment to the sport, or desire to be great, Lawrence clarified his mindset on social media, hinting that some of his words were taken out of context from a recent feature by Sports Illustrated‘s Michael Rosenberg:

It seems as if people are misreading my sentiment.

I am internally motivated – I love football as much or more than anyone. It is a HUGE priority in my life, obviously. I am driven to be the best I can be, and to maximize my potential. And to WIN. (1/3)
— Trevor Lawrence (@Trevorlawrencee) April 17, 2021

Everything that comes with it. The work, the team, the ups and downs. I am a firm believer in the fact that there is a plan for my life and I’m called to be the best I can be at whatever I am doing.

Thanks for coming to my TedTalk lol.
— Trevor Lawrence (@Trevorlawrencee) April 17, 2021

It didn’t seem entirely necessary for Lawrence to do this. No matter what, Urban Meyer and the Jaguars aren’t going to pass him up at first overall in the draft. He’s a generational quarterback prospect.

But in case anyone was concerned about how the uber-hyped QB would fare as he takes the next step to the pro game, Lawrence answered the criticism anyway.

Trevor Lawrence will fit just fine with Urban Meyer on Jaguars

Much has been made about how indefatigably driven the workaholic Urban Meyer is, and how that might not be a great match with Trevor Lawrence.

Jacksonville is being very public about its intentions to draft Lawrence. If there were any serious issues, that wouldn’t be the case. Heck, Meyer wouldn’t have taken the gig in the first place if he didn’t have assurances that Lawrence would be his quarterback.

Meyer has the whole relentless, impassioned leadership style on lock. He’s amped up to build his program in Jacksonville, and will push Lawrence to be his absolute best. Lawrence is the calm, cool, collected type who knows how good he is, doesn’t need a chip on his shoulder to thrive, and should mesh extremely well with his new head coach in the NFL.

Worry not, Jaguars fans. Despite your shaky track record of first-round picks, you won’t mess this one up.

This article first appeared on Sportsnaut and was syndicated with permission.

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