Is Trevor Lawrence playing today? Latest on Jaguars QB for Week 3 NFL preseason vs. Falcons

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Syndication: Florida Times-Union - Source: Imagn
Syndication: Florida Times-Union - Source: Imagn

Trevor Lawrence has been grabbing headlines amid the Jacksonville Jaguars' preseason games. The quarterback played in the season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs but sat out Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Fans want to know if Lawrence will play against the Atlanta Falcons in Jacksonville's preseason finale on Friday.

Is Trevor Lawrence playing against the Falcons tonight?

Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence (Source: Imagn)
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence (Source: Imagn)

Trevor Lawrence is expected to suit up against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday. The quarterback is listed as active on the Jaguars roster but is expected to be on limited reps in the preseason finale.

Lawrence and some of the Jacksonville starters are likely to play roughly two quarters against the Falcons. His backup, Mac Jones, is then expected to take over the remaining reps.

In the preseason opener against the Chiefs on Aug. 10, Lawrence completed three of four passes for 42 yards with one touchdown. The Jaguars posted a comfortable 26-13 win over the reigning Super Bowl champions.

The Jaguars selected Lawrence with the top pick in the 2021 NFL draft. He earned Pro Bowl honors in 2022. Last season, Lawrence threw for 4,106 yards and 21 touchdowns on 370 passes. He also rushed for four touchdowns as Jacksonville (9-8) finished second in the AFC South.

NFL preseason Week 3: How to watch Falcons vs. Jaguars live?

The Atlanta Falcons vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Week 3 preseason game will not be televised on national TV. However, locals in Jacksonville can catch the matchup on WFOX (FOX/30), while fans in Atlanta can watch it on WAGA (FOX/5).

Fans can also live stream the contest on the NFL Network, ESPN+, or Fubo. Here are all the details on the Falcons-Jaguars game:

  • Game: Atlanta Falcons vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
  • Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia
  • Date: Friday, Aug. 23
  • Start Time: 7 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: WFOX (FOX/30) for locals in Jacksonville and WAGA (FOX/5) for locals in Atlanta
  • Streaming: NFL Network, ESPN+, or Fubo

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