Updated April 30th, 2021 at 16:45 IST
Trevor Lawrence draft party sees popular American singer in attendance: WATCH
After the No. 1 overall draft pick was announced, fans noticed Darius Rucker at the Trevor Lawrence draft party, standing in the Clemson star's kitchen.
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In a move expected by most, the Jacksonville Jaguars ended up picking Clemson's Trevor Lawrence as the 2021 NFL Draft No 1 overall pick. Fan reactions were immediate on social media, everyone providing their opinion on the Round 1 picks for the 2021 Draft. While many agreed, and many did not, fans collectively shared their excitement about the surprise Darius Rucker appearance at Lawrence's party. Here is more on the Trevor Lawrence draft party and Trevor Lawrence Jaguars deal.
I’m dying, Darius Rucker straight chillin in Trevor Lawrence’s kitchen for the #NFLDraft2021 pic.twitter.com/IC3UXKE2r5
— Jordan Giorgio (@jordangiorgio)
Trevor Lawrence draft party was attended by Darius Rucker?
And there you have it...@dariusrucker 👀 https://t.co/yNDtqCWrSt
— Clemson Sports (@ClemsonSports)
Lawrence being selected as the 2021 NFL Draft No 1 overall pick was no surprise. The party video, however, delivered the necessary surprise element. In a corner in Lawrence's kitchen at the end of the screen, was Darius Rucker. While fans appeared confused, official sources like Clemson Football themselves confirmed that yes, it was indeed Rucker celebrating with Trevor Lawrence.
Is......is that Darius Rucker at Trevor’s? pic.twitter.com/COV0yrh0PA
— William Qualkinbush (@QualkTalk)
Uhm EXCUSE ME @dariusrucker pic.twitter.com/iqLJoNCkB4
— The Soda City Sitdown (@SodaCitySitdown)
Darius Rucker being in Trevor Lawrence’s house tonight has me feeling a bit betrayed, not gonna lie...
— Mariah Comeau (@mariahkathleeen)
Darius Rucker: on camera
— Brian Rothenberger (@b_rothy)
Me: pic.twitter.com/Tm4w3yetr1
I’m dying, Darius Rucker straight chillin in Trevor Lawrence’s kitchen for the #NFLDraft2021 pic.twitter.com/IC3UXKE2r5
— Jordan Giorgio (@jordangiorgio) April 30, 2021
Trevor Lawrence contract details
As of now, details about the Trevor Lawrence Jaguars contract have not been revealed. However, an estimate tells us how much the players might be earning. As per Spotrac's projected salary, the first overall pick is expected to earn $37 million with his first contract. This includes a signing bonus of $24.4 million, which is part of the Trevor Lawrence contract.
However, a 32nd pick might end up earning $11.2 million from his contract, which includes a $5.5 million signing bonus. Every player who is drafted gets a four-year contract and is not eligible to renegotiate until after the third contract year is done. “Unfortunately, [draft positioning] means a lot,” Michael Bapis, said managing director at Vios Advisors at Rockefeller Capital said while speaking to CNBC.
NFL draft results: Top 15 picks
- Trevor Lawrence, QB, Clemson – Jacksonville Jaguars
- Zach Wilson, QB, BYU – New York Jets
- Trey Lance, QB, NDSU – San Francisco 49ers from Miami Dolphins through Houston Texans
- Kyle Pitts, TE, Florida – Atlanta Falcons
- Ja'Marr Chase, WR, LSU – Cincinnati Bengals
- Jaylen Waddle, WR, Alabama – Miami Dolphins from Philadelphia Eagles
- Penei Sewell, OT, Oregon – Detroit Lions
- Jaycee Horn, CB, South Carolina – Carolina Panthers
- Patrick Surtain II, CB, Alabama – Denver Broncos
- DeVonta Smith, WR, Alabama – Philadelphia Eagles from Dallas Cowboys
- Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State – Chicago Bears from New York Giants
- Micah Parsons, LB, Penn State – Dallas Cowboys from San Francisco 49ers through Philadelphia Eagles, Miami Dolphins
- Rashawn Slater, OT, Northwestern – Los Angeles Chargers
- Alijah Vera-Tucker, OG, USC – New York Jets from Minnesota Vikings
- Mac Jones, QB, Alabama – New England Patriots
(Image credits: Trevor Lawrence Instagram, Clemson Football Twitter)
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Published April 30th, 2021 at 16:45 IST