Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence's participation in this week's game against the Carolina Panthers remains uncertain as he deals with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder. According to head coach Doug Pederson, Lawrence's injury was diagnosed after Sunday's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Pederson provided an update on Lawrence's condition, stating that the quarterback is "doing better today than he did yesterday." However, Pederson does not anticipate Lawrence participating in practice on Wednesday. He mentioned that it is still too early to determine if Lawrence will be available for the upcoming game, but the team will continue to evaluate his progress throughout the week.

This injury comes in the midst of Lawrence's recent setbacks, as he suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 14 and a concussion in Week 15. Despite the challenges, Lawrence has shown resilience by bouncing back from each injury. Lawrence himself expressed optimism about his availability, acknowledging that the team has been fortunate in his ability to play every week so far.

The Jaguars currently share an 8-7 record with the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans in the AFC South division. However, if the Jaguars win both of their remaining games, they will clinch the division title. Having Lawrence at his best would undoubtedly boost their chances of achieving this feat. Unfortunately, the quarterback's recurring injuries, accompanied by the team's four-game losing streak, have raised concerns about their overall confidence. Therefore, the Jaguars and their fans are anxiously awaiting positive news regarding Lawrence's condition in the coming days.

As the game against the Panthers approaches, the Jaguars are hopeful that Lawrence's shoulder injury will heal sufficiently for him to take the field. The team understands the critical importance of these upcoming matchups and the opportunity to secure a coveted playoff spot.