Trevor Lawrence struggles just one week after injury in loss to Browns

Trevor Lawrence's quick return from injury couldn't save Jacksonville from a loss to Cleveland, raising questions about his health and determination.

Just days after suffering a high ankle sprain, Trevor Lawrence couldn't rally Jacksonville past Cleveland. When Lawrence hit the turf last Monday with a high ankle sprain, Jacksonville's playoff hopes took a hit. Despite surprising everyone by returning to start just six days later, Lawrence struggled in a 31-27 loss to the Browns, raising questions about his health and determination.

Lawrence showed flashes of brilliance, throwing for two touchdowns and looking surprisingly agile after his recent injury. However, he struggled with accuracy and turnovers, contributing to Jacksonville's four turnovers in the game. Despite the chaos, Lawrence had a chance to lead a comeback in the final minutes, but the Browns' defense held strong to secure the win.

The game had implications for both teams' playoff positioning, but it wasn't a direct battle for a spot. The Jaguars maintained a one-game lead in the AFC South, while the Browns gained breathing room in the AFC wild-card hunt. The matchup could serve as a preview for a potential wild-card weekend showdown, and both teams will be looking for a cleaner and more effective performance in a potential rematch.

Overall, Lawrence's return from injury was a mixed bag, and Jacksonville will be hoping for a healthier and more effective performance from their star quarterback in future games.

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