WATCH: Trevor Lawrence throws first career NFL touchdown

After going down 14-0 to the Houston Texans, Trevor Lawrence is leading the Jacksonville Jaguars back. Early in the second quarter, the former Clemson star threw his first career NFL touchdown.

First career touchdown pass for No. 1 overall pick @Trevorlawrencee! 🙌 #DUUUVAL

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— NFL (@NFL) September 12, 2021

On 2nd & 7, Lawrence dropped back and found tight end Chris Manhertz for the 22-yard touchdown. While it’s the first touchdown for Lawrence, it’s only the second for the tight end.

While the Jaguars have started slow in their first game, Lawrence has played well. So far, the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft has completed 8 of 14 passes for 120 yards and a touchdown.

With the uncertainty surrounding the Texans and their roster, many believe it’s a golden opportunity for Lawrence and Urban Meyer to get a victory. Luckily, there’s still plenty of time for the Jaguars to come back.

Trevor Lawrence announced as team captain for Jaguars

As the future of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Trevor Lawrence was expected to grow into the role of the Jaguars’ leader. Evidently, he’s done enough to prove worthy already. 

Prior to their Week 1 matchup with the Houston Texans, Jaguars coach Urban Meyer enlisted the help of players’ families to announce his team’s captains. Making a cameo was Lawrence’s wife, Marissa, who was chosen to tell her husband the good news.

What’s better than earning a spot as team captain?

Hearing the news from your family and friends.#DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/AgxxmqgHPk

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) September 8, 2021

“Hey Trev,” said Marissa Lawrence. “It’s me and Indi (Lawrence’s dog), she’s a little too tired to video right now. I just wanted to say how proud I am of you for being named one of the team captains. 

“I have watched how hard you’ve worked to get where you’re at, and I’ve just always believed in you. I’m so proud of you, and I’m excited to see everything you’re going to accomplish this season, with this team. Just excited for it all. I’m honored that I get to be by your side through it, and I’m just really proud of you. I love you.”

Lawrence’s teammates gave him a round of raucous applause. Afterwards, he received his jersey with the ‘C’ patch on it from Meyer. It was a special moment for the former Clemson quarterback, the first of what could be many memorable moments this season.

Moreover, an impressive group of talent is joining Lawrence as captains for the Jaguars. In addition to the star quarterback, defensive end Josh Allen, linebacker Myles Jack, safety Rayshawn Jenkins, defensive back Shaq Griffin, wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. and center Brandon Linder were also named captains.