JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has made the annual NFL top-100, but should he have been ranked even higher? Lawrence came in ranked at No. 62 in the yearly list, so here are 62 reasons he should have been considered for an even higher spot. No. 62 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026…@Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence! @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/vPxM2Fi8zq— NFL (@NFL) July 17, 2026No. 1: His ProductionLawrence was one of the NFL's most productive quarterbacks last season; his 38 total touchdowns set the franchise record for total touchdowns in a single season and were the third-most in the NFLNo. 2: The QB RankingsThe quarterback rankings in the top-100 have often been ... spotty, to say the least. This is actually a good bit higher than many may have anticipated for Lawrence.No. 3: The PedigreeLawrence is still the same player he was when he was the No. 1 pick and seen as the best quarterback prospect since Andrew Luck.No. 4: Proven Franchise QBLawrence has led the Jaguars to two AFC South title and three winning seasons in five years; the only years he did not find success came in years in which his head coach got fired. Dec 21, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA;Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) shakes hands with fans after the game at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectNo. 5: Elite Physical TraitsLawrence has the blend of size, speed, and arm talent that not many quarterbacks in the NFL have. It is hard to imagine there are that many more talented quarterbacks. No. 6: Fits Today's EraLawrence is perfect for today's era of quarterback play, and he is one of the best representitives for it possible. He is athletic, makes plays in and outside of structure, and can win games in a variety of ways. No. 7: The Liam Coen FactorLiam Coen has coached some of the best quarterbacks in the entire NFL, and he came to Jacksonville largely because of Lawrence. That has to say something. No. 8: It is Worth ProjectingAre these lists not worth projecting future performance? The best of Lawrence should still be yet to come, and who knows just how much better that player can be. Jan 11, 2026; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) looks to pass the ball during the first half against the Buffalo Bills in an AFC Wild Card Round game at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectNo. 9: Durability Lawrence has only missed eight starts in five seasons, and seven of those came in 2024. In his other four seasons, Lawrence only missed one start. No. 10: National Respect It is clear that Lawrence is held in higher regard than some people think, considering some national lists have him as a top-10 quarterback.No. 11: Team LeadershipLawrence has been voted a team captain in every single season with the franchise, taking the leadership role from his first day.No. 12: He is the Jaguars' EngineBefore Lawrence, the Jaguars were a hapless franchise lacking direction. Since drafting him, they have been a different franchise, and he is why. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) looks to pass during the first quarter of a NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 17-9. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectNo. 13: Playoff ExperienceLawrence led one of the NFL's best-ever comebacks in 2022, and in his two playoff losses he has scored 24 fourth-quarter points. No. 14: Context of careerLawrence has thrived to this point of his career despite being coached by Urban Meyer for a year and then dealing with the Jaguars' 2024 dysfunction. No. 15: The Jaguars TaxThe Jaguars are routinely not given much respect in terms of national rankings and accolades. This is not anything new for the franchise, or for Lawrence.No. 16: Upside on Deep BallWhen Lawrence has been at his best, he has been a deadly deep ball passer. He was hit-or-miss there last year, but the upside to attack all levels of the field are still there. Jan 4, 2026; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) throws a pass before the game against the Tennessee Titans at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectNo. 17: Dual-ThreatLast year, Lawrence rushed 82 times for 359 yards and nine rushing touchdowns, the second most in the NFL among quarterbacks.No. 18: Plays out of StructureSome of Lawrence's best plays last season came with him improvising, such as his game-winning touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs. No. 19: Plays Inside StructureLawrence can also do all of the classic things that quarterbacks are asked to do within the construct of the offensive scheme, such as win with timing from the pocket. No. 20: His Own RivalsThose who advocated for Lawrence on the top-100 included a trio of Houston Texans: Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, and C.J. StroudNo. 21: State of QB PlayThere are a few clear top quarterbacks in the NFL, and then the order starts to get muddied. Who is to say there is abig gap between Lawrence and whoever is on the list in the 30s. Dec 14, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA;Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) drops back to pass against the New York Jets at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectNo. 22: AFC South DisrespectThe AFC South, like the Jaguars, does not ever really get the same attention as teams in some of the other historic NFL divisions. As one of the NFL's youngest divisions, there is an AFC South tax to an extent. No. 23: Hot StreaksLast year, Lawrence had four consecutive games with a passer rating of 100.0-plus (Weeks 13-16), tied for the second-longest streak in the NFL. No. 24: Clutch GeneLawrence has led the Jaguars to significant come backs in the playoffs, in primetime games, and during must-win weeks. No. 25: Who Would GMs Take? Are there 61 players that NFL general managers would take over Trevor Lawrence in a draft? There is no way to say, but it is hard to imagine the answer is yes. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) yells after wide receiver Christian Kirk (13), not shown, caught a pass for a touchdown score during the second quarter of an NFL football matchup Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Indianapolis Colts 37-20. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectNo. 26: His HistoryAmongst all Jaguars quarterbacks ever, Lawrence ranks third in passing yards (17,822), second in pass completions (1,629) and third in touchdown passes (98).