Jaguars' QB Trevor Lawrence in Concussion Protocol, Backup Beathard Prepares to Start

Uncertainty looms over the Jacksonville Jaguars as they face a crucial game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with their star quarterback's participation in doubt.

Trevor Lawrence, the Jacksonville Jaguars' star quarterback, remains in concussion protocol after self-reporting symptoms following the team's Week 15 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Backup quarterback C.J. Beathard is preparing to start in Lawrence's place for the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if Lawrence is not medically cleared.
The Jaguars are currently tied with the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans in the AFC South, each team having an 8-6 record.
The Buccaneers, with a 7-7 record, are currently first in the NFC South and have won their last three games.
Lawrence's potential absence comes as a significant challenge for the Jaguars, who are already without receiver Christian Kirk and left tackle Cam Robinson due to injuries.