Net Worth and Salary
Trevor Lawrence, a prominent professional football quarterback, boasts a net worth of $30 million. Drafted in 2021 by the Jacksonville Jaguars, Lawrence made a significant impact in his breakout 2022 season, leading the team to their first division title and playoff win in five years. Before his professional success, Lawrence excelled in college football at Clemson University, where he earned accolades such as ACC Player of the Year and ACC Athlete of the Year during his final season in 2020.
Early Life and High School
William Trevor Lawrence was born on October 6, 1999, in Knoxville, Tennessee, and grew up with his older brother Chase. He attended Cartersville High School in Georgia, excelling in both football and basketball. As the star quarterback for the Purple Hurricanes, Lawrence achieved 41 consecutive victories, two state championships, and four regional titles between his sophomore and senior years. His exceptional performance in 2017 broke Georgia’s state records for passing yards and touchdowns, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest high school players in the state.
Collegiate Career
Lawrence’s status as a five-star recruit marked him as one of the top high school quarterback prospects in history. He committed to Clemson University and played three seasons from 2018 to 2020. In his freshman year, he led Clemson to an undefeated season, including dominating victories in the ACC Championship, Cotton Bowl, and CFP Championship. He earned the ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year award for his efforts.
In 2019, Lawrence delivered another stellar season with an undefeated regular season and additional championships, although Clemson fell to LSU in the CFP Championship. In his final collegiate season in 2020, Lawrence again led the Tigers to an ACC Championship win and was named ACC Player and Athlete of the Year.
Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Lawrence as the first general pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Despite a rough start, his breakout season in 2022 showcased his talent, with 4,113 passing yards and 25 touchdowns. He led the Jaguars to a dramatic playoff win against the Los Angeles Chargers before falling to the Kansas City Chiefs.
In 2023, Lawrence battled injuries but still managed 4,016 passing yards and 21 touchdowns. In 2024, he signed a five-year, $275 million contract extension, tying him with Joe Burrow as the NFL’s highest-paid player.
FTX Scandal
In 2021, Lawrence became a paid spokesperson for cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The company’s 2022 bankruptcy led to legal troubles for its promoters, including Lawrence, as they faced lawsuits for endorsing unregistered securities.
Personal Life
Lawrence married his high school sweetheart, Marissa Mowry, in 2021. The couple later announced they were expecting their first child.
