Trevor Lawrence amazes NFL world with phenomenal performance

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

NFL world reacts to Trevor Lawrence’s phenomenal performance against Cowboys

Originally posted on Sportsnaut | By Matt Johnson | Last updated 8/29/21

Days after being named the Jacksonville Jaguars starting quarterback, Trevor Lawrence ended his first preseason on an exceptional note with a flawless performance against the Dallas Cowboys.

Both the Jaguars and Cowboys rested several starters for Sunday’s preseason finale, but head coach Urban Meyer wanted Lawrence to enter the regular season on a high note. Playing at AT&T Stadium, the rookie quarterback showed everyone why he is viewed as a generational talent.

On his first drive of the game, Lawrence immediately showed off his touch by placing the football perfectly over the Cowboys’ cornerbacks and where only the receiver could snag it.

Trevor Lawrence DIME
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— PFF (@PFF) August 29, 2021

The No. 1 pick sustained that level of accuracy throughout his afternoon, displaying poise in the pocket and hitting throw after throw. After consecutive games of being under constant duress, a better performance from the Jaguars’ offensive line opened the door for the quarterback to shine.

Trevor Lawrence stats vs Cowboys: 11-of-12, 139 passing yards, two touchdowns and 154.5 passer rating

As football fans watched Lawrence rip apart the Cowboys’ secondary, everyone realized this might be the start of a special career.

I know it’s not Cowboys 1s but Lawrence lookin like Peyton Manning lol. Manning Who can run. His ball placement been on point. Decision making looks way better than last week.

Again, could be because it’s vs 2s but it looks good.
— Big CROCKY⚡️ (@eric_crocker) August 29, 2021

So Trevor Lawrence is a special talent, huh?
— Jared Feinberg (@JRodNFLDraft) August 29, 2021

Just look what happens when you give Trevor Lawrence starting reps for a whole week.

Almost like that should have been happening for awhile…
— Carter Donnick (@CDonnick3) August 29, 2021

Perfect passer rating = 158.3

Trevor Lawrence today = 154.5

BRING ON HOUSTON.#Jaguars

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— Andrew Gibson (@1010XLAG) August 29, 2021

Even with all the usual preseason caveats in play, Trevor Lawrence looks dialed in today. Pinpoint accuracy, field vision and total control of the situation on most every snap.

Fun to see his growth already through just a few weeks. Exactly what Jaguars fans have hoped for.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) August 29, 2021

Have a day, @Trevorlawrencee!

11/12
139 yards
2 TDs
154.5 passer rating#JAXvsDAL | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/LEk4ivmFPi
— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 29, 2021

This throw https://t.co/C8Xfh6n8iD pic.twitter.com/wOGnXygAYg
— Trevor Sikkema (@TampaBayTre) August 29, 2021

Apparently all Trevor Lawrence needed to look good in the NFL was for the team to trade his backup. Or to play the Cowboys. It’s probably the second one. https://t.co/zQGGs7COmc
— Brian Rice (@briancrice) August 29, 2021