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Trevor Lawrence, my goodness, it's so nice to see you again. Dude, watching your career, seeing where you are now- for me, as a fan, it's something incredible. Now you are showing the game of a quarterback at the highest level. I'm talking about the top three in the league. I know you don't like to brag, so I'll praise you for it, dude. You are in complete control of this attack. Tell me, how do you feel, especially this year, showing such a game? Yes, I feel really good, confident, fortunately healthy, my body feels great- all of this gives me confidence in what we're doing offensively and in the guys around me. The guys make a lot of cool plays, we have achieved a lot in attack, but this is a
team game. The guys make incredible saves, we carry the ball well, the defensive line covers well. Thanks to this, we were able to show good results in the passing game. So, I think it all works together. We are very confident in what we are doing and we know we can play even better. I mean, last week against Philadelphia we made a lot of mistakes and earned penalties, so there 's a lot that needs to be fixed. But the way we were able to execute the plan at the end of the game, when it was needed most at crucial moments, is really cool for our team. And not only on offense, the defense also stepped up and made some huge playmaking moments. It strengthens the belief in the team when you see that at the right moment the guys come out and
do their job. I like the word "confidence" because what emotions did you feel in the last 8 seconds of that match on the sidelines? That is, I want to look inside the helmet. To be honest, I was pretty depressed. Of course, things didn't go according to plan in the end, as they were getting ready to kick the game- winning field goal like we thought they would. And then they didn't use all the time, so we had a chance. But we're talking about the fact that we were preparing cards for our desperate plays, discussing back passes and stuff, just trying to get at least some chance, and, of course, everything turned out much better. We got a great return from Amir, it was incredible.
It was grand. You know what I really like about you is that you're always cool, calm, and collected like a quarterback. I like it. I love seeing my quarterback like that. But as a fan, I enjoyed seeing your frustration over a few procedural irregularities. You showed these emotions. I think the team was energized by this. What was that? Yeah, well, if you look at that whole sequence, it was just a mess, you know, from an organizational perspective. I got a couple of tips late, but we as players also didn't act fast enough, coming out of the huddle, just walking around. And then, you know, I called one of the raffle tickets late, so we did n't keep up with the time. There was a lot wrong there, and it seemed like it had happened before.
We were inside the 5- yard line earlier in the game. We couldn't score points. And then we got back on the 1-yard line and started to fall back, so I was really disappointed with our performance. I know how much better we are than this. And I think, like you said, I usually, you know, don't get that irritated. So when I do that, guys usually respond well because they know it's sincere, you know, I'm not trying to shift the blame onto anyone. We just have to be better, and there has to be a sense of urgency to fix it. And I think the guys responded to it wonderfully. And sometimes you just need someone to yell at you and vent your frustration, which is what I did with my center, Hainsey,
Rob Hainsey, I snapped at him one time. These relationships are the most important thing, man. So we talked, and everything is fine. He reacted wonderfully. He simply said, " Yes, I understand." He knew it wasn't necessarily his fault. I just needed to vent my frustration somehow. No, I understand. And this is exactly the relationship you have with your center. Another special relationship you have with Parker Washington. My God, you two on the field-you just work wonders.
What makes him such a unique player? Tell us about your teamwork. Yes, we've been playing together for four years now. Last year, he really came into his own when he got a chance to start and became an important part of our game plan, showing what he was capable of. I've seen it since he arrived, but more in flashes because he didn't have that many opportunities, he wasn't a core player. So I saw this talent. He's made incredible plays throughout his career, but I think the main thing is the consistency, the way he's grown, learned to understand the game, play receiver, see the little things and build routes. He's constantly trying to get better, particularly in the way he communicates with me throughout the week, and especially during
this offseason. We talked a lot about different routes, how he would overcome a certain defense or position, and it was really important for him to be on the same page with me. I think that's why our bond is getting stronger and stronger, because we always discuss everything, even if we successfully complete the transfer. We analyze: how would you run this route if the defender was using an outside lunge? I think that's how we were able to continue to get better together. There's someone else you're on the same wavelength with-your head coach, Liam Cohen. You have many responsibilities on the line of scrimmage. This shows how much he trusts you. Tell us
how you see the game together and how you prepare each week to go out on the field and complete the task. We have lots of conversations throughout the week about the plan and our actions, and there are so many details to consider. I mean, each play usually includes several possible actions for one team. So, you choose the right combination based on what you see in front of you. So every possible defensive alignment needs to be discussed, and he needs to trust me to make the right decision. And this is achieved through a lot of training and communication during the week, when any situation can arise. If I'm not sure what to do or feel hesitant, I talk to him or Grant and we discuss each game situation.
I think that's why we work so well together now, understand each other and choose the right combinations for the right defense, although it's not always ideal. I mean, it's a complicated game. There are many ambiguous points here. Of course, it will never be perfect, but for the most part we do exactly what we planned against a given defense and act as one. This is probably the most important thing, because in attack we do a lot of things, but without mutual understanding nothing will work, because in the end it is the players who play, not the coaches. So our coaches do a great job of giving us everything we need to see the situation, recognize it, and just go out on the field. But yes, there are a lot of moving parts, and last year I had to
get used to that. You're doing a good job of it, and he trusts you with it. You probably also trust others on your team, such as the defense, who turns the ball over, causes turnovers, and plays great in the red zone. I think for a quarterback, understanding that you have an aggressive defense that can turn the ball over, sometimes bends, but doesn't break-that's important. What does that give you as a quarterback? I think it just allows me to do my job and not worry about anything else. And this is the most important thing. I think the game of quarterback is often about the boring things that make you great: accurate passes, forward movement, and not losing the ball.
Continue to trust your instincts and make effective passes, but also understand that you can just play for the next down, and it's okay if the big play doesn't come right away -you just have to be patient. I seem to have been learning this more and more, especially in the last year and a half. Trust the defense, trust that they will turn the ball over, make an interception or a stop, and I will have another opportunity. I think this is true patience . As I got older, I realized how important it is, because you always want to make the same shot and show that you're capable of it, but sometimes it's really not worth it to squeeze the ball into a tight space at the wrong moment. So I think it just allowed
me to play my game, not force anything, and continue to stick to the plan. In a game against the Texans, sticking to the plan is key, especially with their defensive line. Yes. I mean, they have a defensive player who is currently a contender for Defensive Player of the Year, Will Anderson Jr. How did this week of training and preparation go so that they wouldn't disrupt the game so that you could show the result? Yes, we know these guys pretty well. You know, we play them twice a year, and it's always a challenge. They have a great defense, a great front line. Of course, it all starts with the pass rush, but the cool thing about their front line is that they
know how to stop the takeaway. It's not just the chicken, they're the whole team very focused on stopping the takeout. So they create difficulties. They know how to put pressure on the passer. They are very powerful up front, and the back line is also very good. They are very well-coordinated, and their linebackers are strong too. So there really are no weaknesses in their defense. I think their scheme is not too complicated. This is exactly what we were talking about: often the best defenses are not too complicated. They just know how to do the job and force you to play short passes or something else, just outplay you through
discipline. And I think the main challenge for us is to stay patient and have a good plan. We have to play physically. We need a good plan against these rushers, and we just have to fight. This will be a real "dog" fight. It always happens, you just have to find a way to make more successful plays than they do at the finish line. Two quick questions before we wrap up. You are right about the "dog" fight. Why do these two teams hate each other so much? I played there for four years, man. We were just constantly fighting with you. Does it feel the same now, every time? Certainly. Yes, definitely. I think, you know, just the way things have been in the division for the last, probably, 6 years
since I've been here. I think it was more Tennessee in my rookie year. They won the division in the 21st. But after that, every year it was mostly us or Houston fighting for the division win. And I think that's actually part of it. I think every game has its own story. Something always happens, and there are certain factors that influence it. I think there's a lot behind any of these division games because they mean so much to your standings, your playoff hopes and everything else. These games are extremely important. And you won't get them back. So, I think there's a lot at stake, and I don't know. I think when you see the team twice a year, it builds up, I don't even know what word to choose, but, probably, a certain dislike.
She is real. It just builds up, you wait for it, but you also know that both teams understand the importance of these games. Man, you played on some great teams. You were among the great players. What makes this team so unique and special? Yes, that's a good question. I mean, first of all, we're really talented, although I wouldn't say that makes us unique or special, because a lot of teams are talented, but it's important. We feel like we have guys who can make those plays in crucial moments, but I also think we approach each week very maturely. I think it's cool that last year, compared to the year before, we
had a new coach and a lot of new things. We seemed to float with the flow during the ups and downs of the season. We had a great year, but there was a sense of a certain emotional swing, of trying to keep the momentum going. And this year, everything feels more consistent. It seems like we bring the same mood to work every day. We don't just seize the moment and try to hold on. It seems like we're just focused on what we can do today to have a chance to win on Sunday. And that's all we really think about. And when Sunday comes, just play better than your opponent, and then we 'll think about next week. And I think we're really moving step by step, week by week. And that's exactly what needs to be done. Well, you know, it's a difficult
league, every team is strong, so you have to move from week to week. Well, we look forward to your game on Sunday. I'll tell you, if anyone is ready for the big moment, it's you. I love watching you play. Show what you are capable of. Thank you, brother. Thank you.
