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Trevor Lawrence Clarifies Remarks: 'I Love Football as Much or More Than Anyone'

Presumptive No. 1 NFL draft pick Trevor Lawrence said in a Sports Illustrated article written by Michael Rosenberg that he didn't need football to lead a fulfilled life, with those close to him adding he's never defined himself through wins, losses, titles or awards.

But there was backlash to those remarks, because there almost always is, and Lawrence clarified things Saturday:

Trevor Lawrence

It seems as if people are misreading my sentiment. I am internally motivated - I love football as much or more than anyone. It is a HUGE priority in my life, obviously.