Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence Reflects on Lifelong Love with Wife Marissa

The couple met in 5th grade and say it was "close to" love at first sight.

Feb. 5, 2026 at 5:07pm

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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence opened up to PEOPLE about his long-running relationship with his wife, Marissa. The couple met in 5th grade and say it was "close to" love at first sight. They dated briefly in grade school, rekindled their romance in high school and college, and eventually married in 2021. The Lawrences welcomed their first child, daughter Shae Lynn, in January 2025.

Why it matters

Trevor Lawrence's story highlights the power of a lifelong partnership and the importance of finding a supportive, understanding spouse, especially for high-profile athletes navigating the demands of professional sports. His reflections on their relationship provide an inspiring example of how childhood connections can blossom into lasting love.

The details

Lawrence recalls meeting his wife Marissa when they were both in 5th grade, saying they didn't necessarily date back then but "have known each other for a long time." They dated briefly in grade school, then rekindled their relationship in high school and college. The couple married in 2021 and welcomed their first child, daughter Shae Lynn, in January 2025. Lawrence praises Marissa as the perfect partner, saying "she's seen the best and worst of me, and she stuck around" and that "all the things that I would ever have wished for in a wife, she is all those things."

  • Lawrence and Marissa met in 5th grade.
  • They dated "a little bit" in grade school.
  • The couple rekindled their relationship in high school and college.
  • Lawrence and Marissa married in 2021.
  • The Lawrences welcomed daughter Shae Lynn in January 2025.

The players

Trevor Lawrence

The 26-year-old quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Marissa Lawrence

Trevor Lawrence's wife, whom he has known since 5th grade.

Shae Lynn Lawrence

The Lawrences' daughter, born in January 2025.

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What they’re saying

“We haven't necessarily been dating since fifth grade. We've known each other for a long time.”

— Trevor Lawrence, Quarterback, Jacksonville Jaguars

“You know, from there on we've been going strong. It was close to love at first sight.”

— Trevor Lawrence, Quarterback, Jacksonville Jaguars

“Just to have her in my corner, I think, is so important. I wouldn't know what to do if I didn't have her, you know, just so much of our life. She manages everything so well. I think it takes a special person to do what she does and to have to kind of balance all the craziness that we go through.”

— Trevor Lawrence, Quarterback, Jacksonville Jaguars

What’s next

The Lawrences will likely continue to share updates about their growing family as Trevor Lawrence continues his NFL career with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The takeaway

Trevor Lawrence's story with his wife Marissa is a heartwarming example of how a childhood connection can blossom into a lifelong partnership. Their commitment to each other through the ups and downs of Lawrence's professional football career is an inspiration, showing the value of finding a supportive, understanding spouse.