Many have been questioning Clemson product Trevor Lawrence's commitment and passion for football. Handout Photo-USA TODAY Sports

Trevor Lawrence responds to commitment criticism: 'I am driven to be the best'

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 4/17/21

After being quoted in a Sports Illustrated article saying, "I don't have this huge chip on my shoulder," many have been questioning Clemson product Trevor Lawrence's commitment and passion for football. Fans have even taken the opportunity to say he doesn't have what it takes to win a Super Bowl.

The presumed No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft cleared the air on Saturday with a lengthy Twitter post, saying, "I am driven to be the best," after his comments were widely misinterpreted.

I have a lot of confidence in my work ethic, I love to grind and to chase my goals. You can ask anyone who has been in my life. That being said, I am secure in who I am, and what I believe. I don’t need football to make me feel worthy as a person. I purely love the game and (2/3)
— 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

Lawrence has always been seen as a leader. He began his college career with the Tigers in 2018 and won a national championship. He finished his career at Clemson with more than 10,000 yards and a 66.6 completion percentage. Quite frankly, if he wasn't cut out for professional football, NFL scouts would have identified that by now.

His commitment to football really shouldn't be questioned at this point, but top quarterbacks in the draft are frequently put under the microscope. The Jaguars likely have little to worry about with Lawrence, who is expected to usher in a new era of football in Jacksonville.

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