Jacksonville Jaguars fans can now breathe again as presumptive first overall pick Trevor Lawrence successfully had surgery on his non-throwing shoulder Tuesday. After seeing Dr. Neal ElAttrache of Kerlan-Jobe in Los Angeles, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero says the procedure “went great,” so it’s on to the rehab process.
Update on Lawrence’s situation. He had the surgery done in LA today by Dr. Neal ElAttrache of Kerlan-Jobe. #Jaguars https://t.co/Tn1XQXABC3
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Lawrence had an early pro day last Friday to allow him to start his rehab process as soon as possible and be ready for NFL training camp. He spoke with Urban Meyer the week prior, and the Jags head coach suggested throwing earlier than he originally planned so the Jags’ assistants could see him in person.
While there were some minor incompletions, Lawrence didn’t disappoint providing the Jags with several highlight throws with Meyer, Clemson coach Dabo Swinney and Jags offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell watching within close range.
With the surgery complete, Lawrence was given a four to five-month window to fully recover. However, he could be throwing again in six to eight weeks. Regardless, even if his recovery time goes into the season, the Jags are expected to take him with the No. 1 overall pick.
