Trevor Lawrence Showing 'Dramatic Progress' in Red Zone, Exciting Coen

"Yeah, I think he's actually done a really nice job in the red zone," Coen told reporters, addressing Lawrence's performance inside the 20. "Really, looking back to the first time that we did it, last Friday... I think he made some quick decisions. You know, everything is sped up in the red area. The timing, the rhythm, the space, it's all tighter, it's all sped up. I thought he's done a nice job with his footwork in the red zone, understanding that concept."

Coen acknowledged the limitations of non-padded practices, noting, "Ultimately, like good teams are able to run the football into the end zone. And it's hard to do that in this setting. So a lot of it is kind of geared towards practicing the pass game, the timing, the rhythm, the protections, understanding when zero blitz is coming versus drop eight. So those are the things we're getting work at, and I think he's done a nice job of executing in that area so far."

This upward trajectory is crucial. Lawrence is not only rehabbing his shoulder but also actively working with Coen to refine his mechanics. This dual focus likely contributed to any early OTA inconsistencies, but the recent reports suggest the arrow is firmly pointing up.

Make no mistake, 2025 is a massive year for Trevor Lawrence. After a rollercoaster few seasons marked by flashes of brilliance, frustrating inconsistency, and untimely injuries, the pressure is on to deliver sustained, high-level play. The good news? The Jaguars' front office has seemingly pushed all the right buttons this offseason.

The offensive line has been significantly "beefed up," and Lawrence has an upgraded arsenal of weapons at his disposal. Add to that Coen's offensive philosophy, which is expected to feature a "renewed emphasis on running the football" – a strategy designed to take some of the load off Lawrence's shoulders.

The pieces appear to be in place. Back in 2022, with a solid supporting cast, Lawrence led the Jaguars to an AFC South title and a playoff victory. The argument can be made that his current supporting cast is even better.

While the Houston Texans are the presumptive favorites in the AFC South, the progress being seen at Jaguars OTAs, particularly from their star quarterback, suggests Jacksonville could be a serious challenger. If Lawrence's red-zone sharpness translates to regular-season efficiency, the Jaguars might just exceed a lot of expectations come fall. The signs, at least in early June, are undeniably positive.