Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence won't play in Hall of Fame Game

The NFL will start preseason on Thursday without quarterback Trevor Lawrence participating.

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The Jaguars will take on the Raiders in their latest game.

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Coach Doug Pederson said that Joe Lawrence will not play in the first preseason game

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but Jake Luton will start Thursday because C.J. Beathard has a groin injury.

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During practice, Trevor has seen a lot of great shots

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and his teammates believe he is ready to play.

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Travis Etienne, who missed his rookie season due to an illness, will not play at the NFL Hall of Fame Game.

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They won't play in the first preseason game.

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Many coaches are keeping more critical players on the sideline

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to evaluate other players and those battling for roster spots.

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It's important to ensure player health, so they'll be benched until their injuries heal enough before playing again.

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Jacksonville does not need to evaluate Lawrence because he is the starting QB, so it makes sense for him to sit earlier in preseason games.

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