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Arik Armstead Says Trevor Lawrence Belongs in NFL’s Elite QB Conversation

The endorsement underscores a late-2025 surge, lifting 2026 expectations.

Overview

  • Jaguars defensive lineman Arik Armstead told Good Morning Football that Trevor Lawrence "100 percent" should be considered among the NFL’s elite quarterbacks.
  • Armstead pointed to the Week 16 road win at Denver, where Next Gen Stats logged pressure on 48.8% of Lawrence’s dropbacks and Lawrence produced three passing touchdowns plus a rushing score.
  • The Denver performance came during an eight-game run to close the regular season that delivered a 13-4 record and the AFC South title with Lawrence driving the offense.
  • Lawrence finished 2025 as an MVP finalist, yet coverage flags past inconsistency and Armstead said continued work with the same coordinator will shape his next step.
  • Year 2 under head coach Liam Coen and a deeper receiver group give Lawrence a stable setup for 2026, which could settle the elite debate if his late-2025 form carries over.