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Streak Lives On: Jags Extend Home Dominance Over Colts to 11 Straight

The Jacksonville Jaguars extended their decade-long streak of home victories over the Indianapolis Colts to 11 consecutive games with a 36-19 home victory on Sunday. The weather was rainy, the stadium was packed, and the team came ready to take control of the AFC South.

The team welcomed back many familiar faces for Legends Weekend, as former Jaguars defensive tackle Malik Jackson completed the first “Duuuval” for the home team.

Legends Weekend in #DUUUVAL #INDvsJAX pic.twitter.com/LLUnsjWZSC

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 6, 2025

Live blog:

Catch up on all the big plays and best moments from tonight’s game in our live blog!

Pregame Notes:

On Friday, Jacksonville officially declared both starting left tackle Walker Little and safety Andrew (Dewey) Wingard inactive for Sunday’s matchup due to concussions. Additionally, WR Parker Washington was later ruled out after suffering a hip injury in week 13. Multiple Jaguars returned from injury for Jacksonville, as Eric Murray was activated from IR after a five-game absence due to a neck injury. OL Patrick Mekari (concussion), Chuma Edoga (calf), and DE Travon Walker (knee) all returned to the playing field after missing Week 13 due to injury. DT Arik Armstead (hand) was also active, wearing a cast over his injured hand.

#INDvsJAX Inactives pic.twitter.com/9BE99lY2fa

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 7, 2025

The following Jacksonville players left Sunday’s game due to injury:

• RB Bhayshul Tuten (concussion) – returned to the game in the second quarter

Game Recap

Following an opening drive punt by the Jaguars offense, linebacker Devin Lloyd opened the action with his fifth interception of the year, an aerobic behind-the-back catch, to give the ball back to the offense at the Jacksonville 21. Travis Etienne, smelling blood in the water, kicked off the scoring with a three-yard rush, breaking a tackle at the line to gain. (Jaguars 7, Colts 0)

Travis Etienne Jr. into the end zone!

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

The Colts immediately answered with an 11-play, 78-yard, 6:07 drive with much of the damage surprisingly done via the air. Daniel Jones wrapped up the drive with completions of 16, 17, 13, and 9, as Jonathan Taylor tied the game up with a one-yard rush. (Jaguars 7, Colts 7)

The Jacksonville offense immediately regained the lead on a 5-play, 74-yard, 2:05 drive featuring a highlight one-handed 39-yard catch by Brian Thomas Jr.

Lawrence followed the highlight grab with a perfect touchdown pass to Jakobi Meyers over the underneath coverage, with Meyers running s stutter-and-go. (Jaguars 14, Colts 7)

Lawrence to Jakobi Meyers for the TD!

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Colts QB Daniel Jones, who entered the matchup playing on a reported fractured fibula, left the game on the following drive after grabbing his Achilles on a non-contact play, slamming his helmet into the ground before heading to the locker room late in the first quarter. He was immediately ruled out for the remainder of the game with an Achilles injury, which could massively impact both teams’ playoff chances.

This was the full play. Non contact. Def looks like achilles (as mentioned below) pic.twitter.com/rM86IIja1M

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

Following a Jacksonville punt, the defense continued to get their hands on the ball, with Eric Murray forcing a Jonathan Taylor fumble as he was falling to the ground.

And my concern becomes reality. We have a fumble and a turnover. #Colts#ForTheShoe#Jaguars#INDvsJAX pic.twitter.com/j4PSJFabfd

— Chris Shepherd (@NFLscheme) December 7, 2025

Jacksonville’s second defensive turnover of the game was again turned into a Travis Etienne touchdown – this one, a 28-yard scamper to extend the Jacksonville lead to 14. (Jaguars 21, Colts 7)

Travis Etienne Jr.'s second TD of the first half!

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Colts backup QB Riley Leonard led the Colts on a 16-play, 64-yard field goal drive, cutting Jacksonville’s lead to 11. (Jaguars 21, Colts 10)

Following the Colts’ field goal, RB Bhayshul Tuten gave the ball back to Indianapolis, fumbling the ball away on a first down rush in Indianapolis territory with 2:39 left in the half.

Grover Stewart is a unit pic.twitter.com/FdoUdAsgPk

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

However, the defense forced a turnover on downs, with the Colts opting to go for it on fourth-and-one from the Jacksonville 44-yard line.

Travon Walker big 4th-and-1 stop pic.twitter.com/1yoldpLkUt

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

Tim Patrick started the coming drive off rocky, with a second down false start. However, he ended strong, moving the offense into scoring territory with a 37-yard sideline catch, while wearing no gloves in the downpour. He later caught the eight-yard touchdown to extend the halftime lead to 18. (Jaguars 28, Colts 10)

Trevor to Tim Patrick! Jags up 28-10.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Halftime Stats:

• Score: Jaguars 28, Colts 10
• First downs: Jaguars 13, Colts 11
• Time of possession: Jaguars 11:26, Colts 18:34
• Sacks: Jaguars 0, Colts 0
• Turnovers forced: Jaguars 2, Colts 1
• Rushing yards: Jaguars 75, Colts 54
• Yards per rush: Jaguars 5.8, Colts 2.8
• Passing yards: Jaguars 160, Colts 106
• Passing yards per attempt: Jaguars 8.0, Colts 5.9
• Redzone: Jaguars 3/3 (100%), Colts 1/2 (50%)
• Penalties: Jaguars 6 for 39 yards, Colts 3 for 30 yards
• Points off turnovers: Jaguars 14, Colts 0

QB Trevor Lawrence is 11/20 for 160, 2 TDs, no turnovers, and no sacks (114.6 passer rating). Colts RB Jonathan Taylor has 45 yards rushing on 15 carries (3.0 YPC), 1 TD, a long rush of 6 yards, and a fumble lost.

Indianapolis opened the half with an 8-play, 56-yard field goal drive to cut Jacksonville’s lead to 15. Jacksonville traded field goals with Indianapolis on the next drive, regaining the 18-point lead. (Jaguars 31, Colts 13) Greg Newsome jumped in front of Leonard’s pass intended for Michael Pittman.

Newsome II bullied his way into this interception lol.. Kinda wild. pic.twitter.com/eoRLmNQPwk

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

The Jacksonville offense turned the ball over on downs following a Travis Etienne Wildcat rush, short of the line to gain. Nevertheless, the defense wasn’t yet done playing with their food, as Hines-Allen tackled Leonard in the endzone for the first sack of either team’s quarterback, resulting in a safety.

Coen challenges the un-called Safety. He wins the challenge. pic.twitter.com/swVob8Z3uY

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

Cam Little added a field goal after Dennis Gardeck recovered the onside kick. (Jaguars 36, Colts 13)

The Colts wrapped up the scoring with a final Leonard touchdown, before Nick Mullens kneeled away the final seconds. (Jaguars 36, Colts 19)

Best highlight:

Brian Thomas Jr, getting the action started early, on a wet field, with a one-handed catch in front of the home crowd? It doesn’t get much better than that, Duval.

BTJ ONE-HANDER WOW.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Biggest play(s) of the game:

According to rbsdm.com, the biggest play of the game by Expected Points Added (EPA) was Devin Lloyd’s first quarter interception (-5.4 EPA). This was also the biggest play of the game, per win probability (-12%).

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— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

Key stats (traditional):

• QB Trevor Lawrence: 17/30 for 244 yards (8.1 YPA), 2 TDs, no sacks, 4 rushes for 16 yards (4.0 YPC), and a 105.4 passer rating
• RB Travis Etienne: 20 carries for 74 yards (3.7 YPC), 2 TDs, 1 catch for 8 yards, and a long rush of 28 yards
• WR Brian Thomas Jr: 3 receptions on 6 targets for 87 yards (29.0 YPR) and a long of 39 yards
• WR Tim Patrick: 5 receptions on 6 targets for 78 yards (15.6 YPR) and a long of 37 yards
• DE Josh Hines Allen: 5 tackles (2 solo), 1 sack (which was a safety), 2 QB hits
• LB Devin Lloyd: 8 tackles (1 solo), 1 pass defensed, 2 QB hits
• S Antonio Johnson: 8 tackles (6 solo)

View the full box score here

Game balls:

• Special Teams: K Cam Little: 2/2 with a long of 48 yards and 4/4 on extra points
• Defense: LB Devin Lloyd: 8 tackles (1 solo), 1 pass defensed, 2 QB hits
• Offense: RB Travis Etienne: 20-carries for 74-yards (3.7 YPC), 2 TDs, 1 catch for 8-yards – both touchdowns occurred in the first half

Full highlights:

• You can watch the top plays of the Week 14 matchup on the NFL’s YouTube channel here.

Post-game notables:

1. Bye Week Wakeup

The Jaguars move to 9-4, in the sole possession of the AFC South lead, as the team now moves to 5-1 since the bye week. The one loss came at the hands of the Houston Texans, where Jacksonville was ahead by 19 points at the start of the fourth quarter. The team has scored 25-plus in each of the matchups, as both sides of the ball seem to be finding their groove.

2. Run Game Discipline

While a stat-line of 20 carries for 74 yards (3.7 YPC) may not scream “dominance on the ground” by Travis Etienne, it’s a winning performance by the veteran back on a wet EverBank day. No turnovers surrendered and two rushing touchdowns (both off turnovers by the opposing team) allowed Jacksonville to play from a position of strength.

3. Turnover Party Continues

Anthony Campanile’s unit continues to prove their early season success at getting their hands on the ball was not a fluke, exiting Sunday with three turnovers. While facing a backup quarterback for much of the final three quarters of play, Jacksonville, the NFL’s leading run defense, was dominant, limiting Jonathan Taylor to 74 rushing yards on 21 carries (3.5 YPC), 1 TD, and a fumble lost. When your defense spots the offense three turnovers, scores a safety, and the offense scores 14 points off turnovers, that’s peak complementary football.

What are your thoughts from tonight’s game, Jaguars fans? Who surprised you most or disappointed you with their play tonight? Let us know in the comments.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/game-...tend-home-dominance-over-colts-to-11-straight

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Jaguars playoff picture: What does Week 14 vs. Colts mean for AFC standings

Game result: The Jaguars handled their business at home in Week 14, beating the Colts 36-19. Jacksonville will head into Week 15 sitting in first place with a one-game lead on Indianapolis, and holding the head-to-head tiebreaker. They remain in third place overall in the conference standings. The Jaguars entered the game with an 83% chance of making the playoffs, according to The Athletic’s playoff simulator. The win improves their chances to 96%.

The Jaguars and Colts face off again in Week 17, and Sunday’s game brought a huge development for that game. Colts QB Daniel Jones was playing with a fractured fibula and he injured his Achilles in the game. He seems a decent bet not to be available for Week 17, but we’ll find out more in the next 24 hours about Jones’s status moving forward.

The Jaguars host the Jets next week, while the Colts travel to face the Seahawks. Jacksonville will be favored while Indy will be an underdog.

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The Jacksonville Jaguars host the Indianapolis Colts in a huge Week 14 matchup for AFC South supremacy. The game won’t decide the division title, but it will give one of the two teams an important leg up heading into the final four weeks of the regular season.

The Colts enter the game as a 1.5-point favorite. Jacksonville has won three straight and four of their last five, while Indy have lost two straight and three of their past four.

AFC South playoff picture​

Both teams are 8-4 and tied for first place heading into the first of their two regular season matchups. They are both 2-1 in the division and since they haven’t played each other yet, the tiebreaker is currently record in common games. Their common opponents include the Titans, Texans, Rams, Raiders, Cardinals, Chargers, and Chiefs. The Jaguars are 6-2 against those teams while the Colts are 5-3.

The winner of Sunday’s game will take a one-game lead in the division and also have the leg up in the head-to-head tiebreaker. The two squads face off again in Week 17. Before then, the Jaguars face the Jets at home and the Broncos on the road. In that same stretch, the Colts travel to face the Seahawks and then host the 49ers.

All that is to say, this game is important but a whole lot can happen over the next two weeks before these two teams meet again.

AFC South standings​

1. Jacksonville Jaguars: 8-4
2. Indianapolis Colts: 8-4
3. Houston Texans: 7-5
4. Tennessee Titans: 1-11

Overall AFC playoff picture​

The Jaguars are currently the No. 3 seed in the AFC. If they win they’ll remain the three seed because they are currently two games back of the Broncos and 2.5 games back of the Patriots for the top two seeds. If they lose they could drop to anywhere from fifth through eight place. The Texans split with the Jaguars and hold the division record tiebreaker for the time-being with a 4-1 record (the Jaguars are 2-1 and would be 2-2 if they lose to the Colts). If the Jaguars lose and end up tied with the Texans and at least one other team, losing the tiebreaker to the Texans would drop them down to the back of the tiebreaker group.

AFC standings​

1. New England Patriots: 11-2
2. Denver Broncos: 10-2
3. Jacksonville Jaguars: 8-4
4. Pittsburgh Steelers: 6-6
5. Indianapolis Colts: 8-4
6. Los Angeles Chargers: 8-4
7. Buffalo Bills: 8-4
8. Houston Texans: 7-5
9. Kansas City Chiefs: 6-6
10. Baltimore Ravens: 6-6

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...south-standings-wild-card-seeding-tiebreakers

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Winners & Losers from Week 14: Jaguars Shine in the Rain Over the Colts

I think I speak for the entire city of Jacksonville when I say each and every one of us would watch 1,000 more games in the rain if what we saw Sunday would be the result.

Looking to take sole control of the AFC South and the team’s playoff destiny, the Jacksonville Jaguars decimated the visiting Colts 36-19. The score is not indicative of how lopsided the game was, but regardless, the win moved the Jags to 9-4 on the year and to 11-0 in their past meetings at home with the division rival Colts. “Happy” by Pharrell Williams was the #1 song the last time the Colts won in Duval County.

Since the bye week, the Jags have gone 5-1 with their lone loss inexplicably coming against the surging Texans. With at least three winnable games left on the schedule, the Jags have done a tremendous job since the bye – and since the two lifeless losses to Seattle and L.A. – to right the ship and set themselves up for future playoff success.

Over the weekend, we saw that process take full effect on the first play on defense.

WINNERS
Devin Lloyd

Two players raised their future contract price based on their play on Sunday. The first of those was Devin Lloyd.

On Indy’s first offensive possession, Lloyd snagged a pick off of Daniel Jones, which set up a four-play, 21-yard scoring drive for Jacksonville to go up 7-0. It was a classic Lloyd interception, one Jags fans have seen plenty of times this year. In fact, Lloyd’s five picks this season are tied for second overall across the entire NFL.

What once was a sort of hapless player, seemingly lost across the defensive space, has turned into a potential Defensive Player of the Year candidate. Lloyd tied the team lead in tackles with eight and was the fifth-highest rated player on the Jags, according to PFF, with a 77.1 grade.

Suffice to say, Lloyd should be in the Pro Bowl. Vote for him.

RT to #ProBowlVote for @DevinLloyd_ #INDvsJAX on CBSpic.twitter.com/Ebk0TDYF3V

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 7, 2025

Jakobi Meyers

The second player the Jags are going to have to grapple with paying this offseason is Jakobi Meyers, who also raised his stock after yet another solid showing.

Since joining the Jags, Meyers has completely changed the look of the Jaguar offense for the better. By the recent standard set by Meyers’ production, he had a bit of a “slow” day, hauling in just four passes for 39 yards and a score. He did have 10 targets and one rain-impacted drop, but it was still a solid game nonetheless. He was also key on a couple of wide receiver handoffs that the Jags love calling to pick up short yardage downs.

Since joining the Jags, Meyers has 2 catches, over 260 yards, and three scores. His connection with Trevor Lawrence is undeniable and he has given the offense a boost that is almost hard to describe. His simple presence has elevated this team and has surely been a catalyst for setting up the playoff run.

He will be an unrestricted free agent after this year. It would be hard to imagine this front office allows him to not wear a Jags jersey for years to come after this.

Jakobi Meyers in four-plus games since joining Jaguars via trade: 20 receptions, 265 yards, three touchdowns.

Jakobi Jax in full effect

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— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) December 7, 2025

Tim Patrick

Have a day, Tim Patrick.

While certainly not high up the pecking order of WRs in Jacksonville, Patrick found his connection with Lawrence on Sunday. He was second on the team in receiving with 78 yards on five catches. He was also the recipient of maybe Lawrence’s best throw as a Jaguar. Patrick even caught a touchdown right before halftime, much to his sister’s delight, I’m sure.

Patrick was solid against the Colts and yet another piece that worked on offense to just crush the Indy defense. Is he in the future plans for Jacksonville’s offense? Maybe not. But he clearly has the trust of the coaches and Lawrence.

Trevor to Tim Patrick! Jags up 28-10.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Travis Etienne

Courtesy of a strong day by the offensive line, running back Travis Etienne stacked another good performance. Etienne scored twice and finished with 74 yards on 20 carries.

Etienne, much like Lloyd, has had quite the career resurgence since this new staff took over. He is well over 1,000 all-purpose yards this season and less than 100 yards from 1,000 yards rushing. He also has nine total touchdowns.

I suppose with the above guys set up to get paid big bucks, maybe someone like Etienne is the odd man out. I hope that will not be the case. Etienne has been a large part of this offense this year and the Jags are certainly not worse when he is out there.

Travis Etienne’s career-year continues!

201 Carries(4.56 YPC)
917 Yards (70.5 YPG)
7 TDs
pic.twitter.com/k7bmgcMzve

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) December 7, 2025

Brian Thomas Jr.

The official “BTJ is back” party is here. Let us rejoice.

Thomas led the Jags in receiving with 87 yards on three catches. His one-handed catch was a thing of beauty.

Anything bad that has ever been said about Thomas has officially been wiped clean with that performance. And he was doing it all in the rain, no less! Whatever voodoo magic happened over that bye week will go down in Jaguar lore for decades to come. It did a lot of things, one of which seems to be fixing up Thomas for the better.

BTJ ONE-HANDER WOW.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Josh Hines-Allen

Speaking of wiping clean any ill comments towards players, it’s now time to talk about Josh Hines-Allen. This guy is on a heater.

Hines-Allen had yet another sack on Sunday, resulting in a safety. He now has seven total sacks and at least one sack in all five wins over the past six games.

I was critical of Hines-Allen before this streak, saying his production, or lack thereof, directly correlated to the Jags winning. The team needs him to be great. With Travon Walker back, along with Arik Armstead, Hines-Allen is free to wreak havoc again like the good ol’ days. Again, that bye week voodoo magic worked. I, for one, am far happier talking about JHA in a positive light than a negative one. He certainly is talking positively nowadays.

Josh Hines-Allen says those who don’t believe in the #Jaguars will “see them in the Super Bowl.” @BrentASJax pic.twitter.com/Fy3paVw1JQ

— BrentDanStuartMarcelAlivia (@ActionSportsJax) December 8, 2025

The Offensive Line

Hats off to the offensive line for the Jags yet again! Who would’ve thought we’d be saying that multiple times this year?

Sunday was the second straight week with zero sacks allowed and I don’t really recall a time where Lawrence was ever in too much danger at all of being sacked, or even hit.

With Cole Van Lanen stepping up to start at left tackle in the place of Walker Little, the line didn’t miss a beat. Remember those PFF grades mentioned earlier? Van Lanen was the third-highest-ranked player on the team with a 79.5 PFF grade.

The line allowed Etienne to get a decent run game going and kept Lawrence upright. Not much more you can ask, especially with the injuries and the guys coming back. At best, you could have hoped for an average offensive line before the year started. I think this unit is hitting that benchmark consistently in recent weeks.

I’ll post the pressures when they are released but kudos to the #Jaguars OL vs #Colts.

Without their starting Left Tackle, the #Jaguars allowed ZERO QB hits and ZERO sacks. pic.twitter.com/S6EAV95quc

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) December 8, 2025

The Coaching Staff

Head coach Liam Coen and staff deserve a lot of credit.

Postgame, Coen talked about the chip this team has on its shoulders due to a perceived (correctly) lack of national respect. Coen has been able to use that chip and propel this team to heights that, frankly, they maybe shouldn’t be reaching– see the offensive line.

Etienne said postgame that Coen embraces the challenge and it trickles down to the entire team. I’ve been critical of Coen for a perceived lack of preparedness on the field, but at least emotionally, this team is ready to fight anyone (looking at you, Logan Cooke).

There is a bit of a trap game coming up against the Jets, which the Jags should dominate, before a huge test at Denver. All signs are pointing to Coen and the boys having the team ready.

LIAM COEN IS ON FIRE IN THE JAGS LOCKER ROOM pic.twitter.com/2uXJRaP7BR

— NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) December 7, 2025

Trevor Lawrence

Was that Lawrence’s most complete game we witnessed?

What a hell of a showing for Lawrence against a pretty solid defense, albeit missing two key starters in Sauce Gardner and DeForrest Buckner. Players missing or not, Lawrence was dealing against the Colts. He would’ve had an even better stat line if it were sunny outside.

His box score of 17-30 for 244 yards passing, two scores, and no sacks is an efficient and effective day in the office. He added 16 yards on the ground as well, zipping around for a few big pickups.

I will say it again: that pass to Patrick might be his best throw as a Jag.

Lawrence has benefited HUGELY from the Meyers trade and is now second in the NFL in success percentage since Week 10.

Keep that damn play sheet on Lawrence’s arm and we are set. He trusts his receivers despite the drop problems early in the season. You can see that pay off with games like Sunday’s.

Who knows what type of Lawrence we may see in the future? That’s always the question. But this streak he has been on the past four weeks has been one hell of a ride.

Trevor Lawrence was throwing accurately and with confidence yesterday no matter what the Colts defense threw at him. These were all of his throws. pic.twitter.com/O3GkPXim95

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 8, 2025

Al’s Pizza

Pizza time is back. And I couldn’t be happier.

With the Lloyd pick plus Greg Newsome’s first pick as a Jaguar, the Al’s Pizza 50% off promo has triggered once again. It has been quite some time since we could say that around here.

I already know what I will be getting for dinner on Tuesday.

PICKED OFF!

If we get two interceptions during a game, fans can score 50% off one, any-size pizza at @AlsPizza! pic.twitter.com/TD0Zgmr6Vt

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) September 5, 2025

LOSERS

There are no losers this week. Except maybe a few colds contracted by standing out in the rain. Time to beat the brakes off of whatever poor quarterback the Jets roll out next weekend. We already are guaranteed a winning season. Let’s not stop that train anytime soon.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...097/jaguars-colts-week-14-2025-winners-losers

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Jaguars vs Jets: Week 15 opening odds

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 12: Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers pressures Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the third quarter of the game at EverBank Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

The Jacksonville Jaguars (9-4) will host the New York Jets (3-10) at 1:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, Dec. 14, at EverBank Stadium.

According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Jaguars are 11.5-point favorites and the total is set at 41.5 points.

Let me say that again.

The Jaguars are 11.5-point favorites.

As bad as the Jets might be, that’s a rare thing for the Jags. According to Covers.com, the last time Jacksonville was favored by 11.5+ points was Week 16 of the 2007 season. Two thousand and seven!

Liam Coen’s Jaguars are on an absolute roll right now, having won four straight games to take sole possession of first place in the AFC South.

“I think our guys took control of the moment,” he said after the Week 14 dub. “Our guys have responded in so many ways in these big games, right? You look at Kansas City, San Francisco, some of those moments where I think they ultimately always kind of feel disrespected, and that’s something that continues to feed our team.”

The betting markets are certainly giving Coen’s team their respect this week, but don’t tell them that.

What are your thoughts on the Jaguars’ Week 15 matchup? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacksonville-jaguars-odds/79931/jaguars-jets-week-15-2025-opening-odds

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

NFL playoff picture: Jacksonville Jaguars take control of AFC South lead

The Jacksonville Jaguars handled critical business in Week 14, beating the Indianapolis Colts 36-19 on Sunday to take control of the AFC South. The Jaguars improved to 9-4 with the win while the Colts dropped to 8-5. Trevor Lawrence threw for two touchdowns while Travis Etienne added two rushing touchdowns in the victory.

The most significant piece of news to come out of this game was the Daniel Jones injury. The Colts QB tore his Achilles and is done for the year. Riley Leonard replaced him and will get a shot at finishing the season as the Colts starting quarterback.

Indy is still in the playoff picture, and only sits a game back of the Jaguars, but Jonathan Taylor might not be enough to overcome the loss of the previously surging Jones. Even with some of his recent struggles, it was injuries that really slowed down Jones. And now, with him out, the Jaguars are in the driver’s seat in the AFC South.

All of the Week 15 results have boosted the Jaguars playoff chances to 97%, per The Athletic’s playoff simulator. If they beat the Jets next week, for which they enter the week an 11.5-point favorite at FanDuel, their chances will improve to 99%.

AFC South standings​

The Jaguars hold a one-game lead over the Texans and Colts. They split the season series with the Texans and won the first game against the Colts. Jacksonville travels to face Indianapolis in Week 17, but with Daniel Jones done for the year, expectations are high for the Jaguars in that game. They are tied with the Texans in divisional record, so if they end up tied and it doesn’t involve another divisional loss, it would move to the common games tiebreaker.

1. Jacksonville Jaguars: 9-4
2. Houston Texans: 8-5
3. Indianapolis Colts: 8-5
4. Tennessee Titans: 2-11

AFC playoff standings​

The Jaguars remain in third place in the overall AFC standings. They are two games back of the Broncos and Patriots, and two games up on the Steelers. The Jaguars travel to face the Broncos in Week 16, which opens up a huge opportunity. Jacksonville would still need another Denver loss in Week 15, 17, or 18, but it’s not out of the realm of the possible. The Jaguars and Patriots did not face off this season, so it would come down to one of the various tiebreakers. They have the same conference record, and if the Patriots were to lose two of their remaining games to create a tie with the Jaguars, Jacksonville would likely finish with a better conference record.

1. Denver Broncos: 11-2
2. New England Patriots: 11-2
3. Jacksonville Jaguars: 9-4
4. Pittsburgh Steelers: 7-6
5. Buffalo Bills: 9-4
6. Los Angeles Chargers: 8-4
7. Houston Texans: 8-5
8. Indianapolis Colts: 8-5
9. Baltimore Ravens: 6-7
10. Kansas City Chiefs: 6-7
11. Miami Dolphins: 6-7

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...l-playoff-picture-jaguars-afc-south-standings

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Jaguars vs Colts: Week 14 Live Blog and game discussion

Welcome to meaningful football in December, Jaguars fans!

Jacksonville is back at the Bank to protect its 2025 AFC South divisional lead and 10-game home winning streak against the Indianapolis Colts.

Kickoff is at 1:00 pm EST, and you can click here to learn how to watch/listen to the game. You can also find game updates on our X/Twitter, Bluesky, and Facebook.

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Inactives​

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Live Blog​

First quarter

Indianapolis won the coin toss and elected to defer to the second half. Jacksonville began the game on the right foot, as Trevor Lawrence connected with Jakobi Meyers for an 11-yard gain over the middle, but a stuffed run followed by an incomplete pass led to a quick punt.

The Colts’ offense also began its day with a pass attempt, and it was picked off by Devin Lloyd to give the Jaguars the ball back!

Devin Lloyd picks off Daniel Jones!

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Lawrence connected with Brian Thomas Jr. down the seam for an 18-yard pickup before Travis Etienne finished the drive with a 3-yard touchdown plunge. The good guys have the lead!

Travis Etienne Jr. into the end zone!

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Jaguars 7, Colts 0

Indianapolis responded with an efficient 11-play drive that ended with a 1-yard touchdown run from Jonathan Taylor. The only third down they faced was a 3rd-and-1 that Tyler Warren picked up with his legs.

Jaguars 7, Colts 7

Talk about a response to the response! Lawrence marched Jacksonville right back down the field by throwing this gorgeous dot on 3rd-and-5 to Thomas, who hauled it in with one glove…

BTJ ONE-HANDER WOW.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

…Then Lawrence found Meyers in the endzone on a pretty touch pass. T-Law has completed 7 of 9 passes for 107 yards and a touchdown through the first quarter.

Lawrence to Jakobi Meyers for the TD!

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Jaguars 14, Colts 7

On the second-to-last play of the quarter, Daniel Jones sustained a non-contact injury. It was tough to watch him try to walk off the field, then sit down and bang his helmet on the ground in frustration. You never want to assume anything when it comes to injuries, but it feels safe to say that Jones is done for the day.

Second quarter

Both offenses exchanged punts, so the Colts have the ball again. Riley Leonard is in at quarterback.

Taylor was stripped on a 2nd-and-4 run by Eric Murray (who just returned from injured reserve) and the ball was scooped up by Jarrian Jones!

Eric Murray is finally back and forces a fumble, then Etienne scores on the first play pic.twitter.com/lVsnrKNEVi

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

The very next play, Etienne made it a two-touchdown game!

Travis Etienne Jr.'s second TD of the first half!

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Jaguars 21, Colts 7

Leonard put together a 16-play, 64-yard drive with a couple of 3rd down conversions to set up a 28-yard chip shot field goal for Indy.

Jaguars 21, Colts 10

Etienne had rushes of 11 and 9 yards to start Jacksonville’s next drive, then Bhayshul Tuten was subbed in and picked up 6 yards himself, but he fumbled on the next play thanks to a run stuff by Grover Stewart. The Jaguars’ defense punched back by stopping Taylor on 4th-and-1 for its third forced turnover of the day!

Travon Walker big 4th-and-1 stop pic.twitter.com/1yoldpLkUt

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

With 1:45 left in the half, Lawrence drove the Jaguars downfield again by dropping a 37-yard dime to Tim Patrick on an out-and-up route down the sideline…

Lawrence to Patrick up the sideline for 37 yards. pic.twitter.com/Zh8MCgobbU

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

…Then picking up a first down with his legs, then finding Patrick in the endzone for six points. We’ve got an 18-point lead!

Trevor to Tim Patrick! Jags up 28-10.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025

Jaguars 28, Colts 10

Third quarter

The Colts got in position for a 36-yard field goal on the first drive of the second half thanks to a 24-yard catch by Michael Pittman Jr. and an iffy 16-yard pass interference penalty on Montaric Brown.

Jaguars 28, Colts 13

After the teams exchanged three-and-outs, Jacksonville’s offense was able to milk the last seven minutes of the quarter off the clock. Lawrence converted a 4th-and-1 near midfield with a QB sneak and connected with Thomas for 30 yards on another beautiful pitch and catch down the sideline.

Yea BTJ is back.. pic.twitter.com/zGKvDvQy0P

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

Fourth quarter

Jacksonville’s drive ended with a 4th-and-4 at the 17-yard line, and Liam Coen opted to send out Cam Little for the 35-yard field goal attempt. He nailed it — making him 10/10 on FG attempts since the Week 8 bye!

Jaguars 31, Colts 13

Indianapolis began its next drive with two Taylor rushes, but a 2nd-and-8 target from Leonard to Pittman was intercepted by Greg Newsome!

Greg Newsome II: 1st INT for the #Jaguars
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— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) December 7, 2025

Lawrence cooked on the ensuing possession. After picking up a first down with a scramble on 3rd-and-5, he delivered arguably his best throw of the season to Patrick while rolling to the left.

Trevor Lawrence delivers a DART running to his left

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The drive ultimately stalled out when an Etienne wildcat carry on 4th-and-1 was unsuccessful.

On the very next play, Josh Hines-Allen wrapped up Leonard in the endzone to score a safety! The Jaguars are scoring every which way today!

Coen challenges the un-called Safety. He wins the challenge. pic.twitter.com/swVob8Z3uY

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 7, 2025

Jaguars 33, Colts 13

Little banged a 48-yard field goal through the uprights to give the Jags a 23-point lead with under 5 minutes to go.

Jaguars 36, Colts 13

Leonard led the Colts on a 12-play touchdown drive, but it’s too little too late. The Jaguars will kneel it out and move to 9-4 on the season with sole possession of first place in the AFC South!

Jaguars 36, Colts 19

Final

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...79929/jaguars-vs-colts-week-14-2025-live-blog

 

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Has Cole Van Lanen Earned the Left Tackle Role in Duval?

For the past few weeks, the Jacksonville Jaguars’ offensive line has been playing at a near-dominant level, culminating on Sunday with zero sacks or quarterback hits surrendered to the Indianapolis Colts.

Many within both the fanbase and local media have been clamoring for a new starting left tackle based on recent play by swing tackle Cole Van Lanen. He finally stepped in for starting left tackle Walker Little during the team’s week 13 matchup against the Tennessee Titans after Little exited the game in the second quarter with concussion symptoms that would also keep him out of the team’s week 14 victory.

Van Lanen played well in Little’s absence. He played so well that head coach Liam Coen, when asked if he had done enough to earn a starting role, stated:

“I think so. I think there’s definitely—he’s played enough really good football for us. We’ve got a great situation right now where you’ve got depth at multiple positions of people that have had to play for us a lot. This shows up in multiple positions all throughout the team. You can point to the defensive side of that for things, receiver position, a lot of different positions that guys have been fortunate enough to step up, play well, help lead us to get to where we are right now. And the message in the locker room is, ‘Hey guys, there’s a lot of guys that are coming back right now, and for us to continue to go where we want to go, we’ve got to use that as an edge,’ and that depth and experience that we’ve gotten has to be collective and having a team first mindset about everything we do.”

While Coen stopped short of declaring any depth chart changes in his praise for CVL and others, the inquiry remains: has Cole Van Lanen done enough to hold off Walker Little at left tackle in his limited stint there?

Little has struggled in pass protection in multiple high-leverage junctures against some of the top competition the Jaguars have faced this season. However, every time a depth player has performed well, the fanbase has been vocal that the incumbent should be benched. This has happened on numerous occasions in 2025 with even smaller sample sizes than Van Lanen’s one-and-a-half-game audition (for example: Patrick Mekari and Cole Van Lanen/Wyatt Milum, Andrew Wingard and Antonio Johnson, Matt Dickerson and Maason Smith, and even earlier in the year with Brian Thomas Jr and Parker Washington).

Fanbases and media can be fickle; I mean, you can’t be a fan without being fanatic, right?

Recency bias can often result in incomplete or flawed evaluations. Little has arguably played pretty comparably to Van Lanen, considering the opposition faced, since the Jaguars’ bye week.

Cole Van Lanen	Pressures	Opposing Defense’s Sack Ranking
Week 14 (Indy)	1	9th (tied)
Week 13 (Ten) – LT & RG	2	13th
Week 12 (ARZ) – RT	2	27th
Week 11 (LAC) – RT	1	9th (tied)
Week 10 (HOU) – LG	4	6th
Week 9 (LVR) – LG & 6th OL	1	23rd

Walker Little	Pressures	Opposing Defense’s Sack Ranking
Week 13 (Ten)	0	13th
Week 12 (ARZ)	0	27th
Week 11 (LAC)	2	9th
Week 10 (HOU)	6	6th
Week 9 (LVR)	3	23rd

Van Lanen, however, graded out as Pro Football Focus’ fourth-highest rated player on the Jaguars’ offense on Sunday (77.5) and the second-best offensive lineman behind only Ezra Cleveland (78.6). This followed his week 13 performance, where he was PFF’s third-highest rated offensive player against the Tennessee Titans while playing both right guard and left tackle.

Notably, since the bye week, Little has consistently been rated as the offense’s sixth to ninth best player for weeks 9, 11, 12, and 13 before exiting with concussion symptoms. Week 10 was the Houston Texans matchup where both Van Lanen and Little struggled heavily at right guard and left tackle, respectively, landing each at the 14th and 18th ratings for the Jacksonville offense for that week. Little has consistently been regarded as a dominant run blocker, while struggling in the pass protection arena against top competition.

ESPN Analytics

W.Little: 3rd in Run Block win rate (OT)
Hainsey: 2nd in Run Block win rate (IOL)
Cleveland: 3rd in Run Block win rate (IOL)

Jaguars OL
5th in Pass Block win rate
1st in Run Block win rate

I get annoyed when people push old narratives

SEA/LAR was bad, that’s it pic.twitter.com/gyi001TnyT

— J-Villains Podcast (@JVillainsPod) November 7, 2025

It would seem that Little’s early pass protection issues have so damaged fan and media confidence in him to a point where they’re willing to, understandably, attempt a switch due to the potential promise of upside. It’s a difficult decision, with not a lot to go on. Desperation can breed innovation, but it can also breed gullibility, and locating the truth can be tough.

From my conversations with many in the fanbase, two camps of opinions exist:

Group one includes those who believe that Walker Little isn’t elite, but he’s objectively the best option the Jaguars have in 2025.

Group two is made up of those with the thought process, “Why not give Cole Van Lanen a shot to see if he’s a better long-term option than Walker Little?” Many players on this roster, in 2025, with new coaching and a new scheme, have shown new sides of themselves that fans hadn’t previously seen (Devin Lloyd, Antonio Johnson, Montaric Brown, Dennis Gardeck, etc). Van Lanen could be another in that growing list of developing players.

I don’t really have a strong personal opinion to date with such a small sample size, as this one feels impossible to grade when you also consider that Van Lanen was injured throughout most of training camp, when any real competition for the role would have taken place.

Which camp do you fall into, Big Cat Country? Should the team stick with the known product that has been playing better since the bye week, or stay with the lesser-known product that could possess a potentially high ceiling? Van Lanen has performed well, albeit against lesser competition than what Walker faced at left tackle. Tough choices, Duval…

Let us know your preference by leaving a comment and taking our survey!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacksonville-jaguars-discussion/80172/a-new-left-tackle-in-duval

 

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Jaguars Rookie Report: Jags dominant despite quiet Week 14 for rookies

The Jacksonville Jaguars dominated their division rival Indianapolis Colts 36-19 on Sunday to take full game lead on the AFC South. It was a complete team effort as all three phases had big moments in the victory. The stars were the focal point of the win as the rookies took a back seat a bit this week, but there were certainly some flashes from several young players. Let’s break down each of their performances in the huge Week 14 win.

Bhayshul Tuten

Bhayshul Tuten has had an impactful rookie year for the Jaguars as he has amassed 340 yards from scrimmage with four touchdowns on the ground while also being Jacksonville’s best return man on kickoffs as well (27.9 return average).

Unfortunately, Sunday was a tough day for the speedster as he was injured on his first touch of the game during a kickoff in the first quarter (evaluated for a concussion). He wouldn’t return until late in the second and not long after that he fumbled a carry which led to him being solely used on a kick returns the rest of the game. He finished with two carries for five yards and a lost fumble on the day.

The Tuten fumble was such a nice play by Grover Stewart. Some nice quickness and agility for a 300+ pound man pic.twitter.com/S9BSmuRo7N

— JP Acosta (@acosta32_jp) December 9, 2025

Lequint Allen Jr.

It feels like Lequint Allen Jr. has the same game every single week and I mean that as a compliment because it’s a blast watching him. His offensive stat line is never going to impress — he finished with two receptions for eight yards on the day — but his eagerness for physicality in pass protection and his total disregard of his own body on special teams is always a treat.

Allen is the type of player that turns into that classic glue guy for a team that won’t ever be a feature piece but his impact is invaluable due to the little things he does week in and week out. There may not be a player on the team more Duval than Lequint Allen Jr.

Travis Etienne said LeQuint Allen has "a little more crazy than everybody else." (In a good way) pic.twitter.com/FfW5FyYy7t

— Jamal St. Cyr (@JStCyrTV) December 4, 2025

Danny Striggow /BJ Green II

A couple of new additions to this weekly series are undrafted rookies Danny Striggow and BJ Green II.

These two have gotten more and more opportunities to make an impact the last few weeks and have each flashed when on the field. They play with non-stop motors and a brand of physicality that had been missing amongst other depth edge pieces this season.

Top rookie pass rushers based on pressure rate, min. 40 pass rush snaps (via @TruMediaSports)

-Gonna have to go watch some Elijah Ponder because wow
-Sucks Omarr Norman-Lott got injured, Chiefs could use his juice
-Danny Striggow and BJ Green pic.twitter.com/F626bRQyuZ

— JP Acosta (@acosta32_jp) December 9, 2025

On Sunday, Green had himself two pressures and finished with two tackles while Striggow finished the game with four tackles and had a really nice sack taken away due to a penalty. Striggow also logged a 49% snap share amongst Jags defensive linemen, which was fourth on the team. That is a pretty strong sign that this defensive staff trusts the rookie out of Minnesota as his involvement has been a welcomed surprise for a Jacksonville front that seems to be just hitting their stride at the perfect time.

Every time I watch the Jags on tape I come away impressed with UDFA rookie EDGE Danny Striggow (#92). Rugged and mean as hell in the run game, provides some pop as a looper on pass rush games, had a sack wiped off in this game due to penalty. Great find by the Jags scouting dept. pic.twitter.com/fL45FdmaVI

— JP Acosta (@acosta32_jp) December 9, 2025

Jack Kiser/Rayuan Lane/Wyatt Milum /Jonah Monheim

This group had similar days at the office on Sunday as they started off playing their typical special teams roles but were able to get some play on their respective positional units as the Jaguars continued to build a lead late in the fourth quarter.

Kiser and Lane both finished with a couple of tackles on the day with Kiser finishing with a season-high 13 snaps. The offensive line duo of Milum and Monheim also got some play during clean up duty as they came in for Nick Mullens’ six offensive snaps – three being victory formation kneel downs.

DNP

Travis Hunter (IR)

Caleb Ransaw (IR)

Jalen McLeod (IR)

Which rookie did you think stood out Jags fans?

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...gs-dominant-despite-quiet-week-14-for-rookies

 

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Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New York Jets Week 15 stats, matchup preview

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 17: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

As the Jacksonville Jaguars prepare to face the New York Jets in Week 15, we sat down with MacGregor Wells of Gang Green Nation to learn more about the opposing side.

Question 1: Brady Cook was thrown into action last week due to injuries to Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields. Who do you expect to be the starter at QB this week — and is it safe to assume the Jets’ 2026 starter is not on the current roster?

It’s not clear who will start for the Jets on Sunday. The Jets just added Asrian Gonzalez to the practice squad this week, which may indicate Taylor and Fields won’t be available. My guess is Cook will start with Gonzalez as the backup, but I don’t have a high level of confidence in that.

As for who will be the starter at quarterback for the Jets in 2026, I would be shocked if he is on the current Jets roster. Fields will almost certainly be cut, or, in the unlikely event the Jets can find a taker, traded. Taylor will be a free agent. I doubt the Jets will bring him back, but if they do, it is highly unlikely he will be the starter. Cook is an undrafted rookie who looks nothing like an NFL starting quarterback at the moment. He can’t be the plan for 2026. The Jets starter at quarterback in 2026 will likely be somebody they sign as a free agent, somebody they trade for, or somebody they draft.

Question 2: Are Jets fans content with the start of Aaron Glenn’s tenure? Where could he improve?

Some Jets fans like what they see in Aaron Glenn, some don’t. I think it’s too early to pass judgment. The Jets roster is a joke, particularly after they traded Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner, their two best players, at the trade deadline. The Jets have no credible quarterbacks on the roster. They have no credible receivers other than Garret Wilson, who has been injured much of the season. The Jets have no credible tight ends beyond rookie Mason Taylor. They have no credible safeties besides rookie Malachi Moore. They have one of the worst groups of pass rushers in the NFL. They have a bunch of middling cornerbacks. The only real area of strength for the Jets is the offensive line. Nobody could be expected to make this work as a head coach.

However, there are areas of concern for Glenn. He has yet to unlock Breece Hall’s pass-catching prowess. With Wilson out, one would assume getting Hall the ball in space would be a priority, but that hasn’t been the case. In addition, the way they handled Fields was puzzling. If you want him to run your offense, you need a ton of RPOs and designed runs to exploit Fields’ best weapon, his running prowess. Instead, the Jets tried to make him a traditional dropback passer, with predictably miserable results. There is also the matter of tackling. Glenn emphasized tackling throughout training camp, but the Jets are still terrible at tackling.

So yes, there are areas where Glenn has fallen short. But it is still very early in the game. For me, I need to see how he does with a legitimate NFL roster rather than the practice squad level team he is currently fielding. We should know a lot more about Glenn’s coaching abilities by the end of 2026.

Question 3: If you were gameplanning against the Jets, which areas would you look to exploit on each side of the ball?

Heh. That shouldn’t be too challenging. On defense, shut down the run and the Jets will be rendered helpless on offense. Without a credible quarterback or credible receivers, just stopping Breece Hall should do the trick. On offense, target the safeties. The Jets’ safeties can’t cover anybody. The linebackers aren’t much better. A steady diet of passes to slot receivers, tight ends and running backs should be very successful.

Question 4: Who’s an under-the-radar player or two that Jaguars fans should watch for on Sunday?

Wide receiver Adonai Mitchell might present some problems if he can hold onto the ball. He gets open, but his hands are less than optimal. On defense, rookie cornerback Azareye’h Thomas has been coming on of late, though he is nursing a shoulder injury and may not suit up. On special teams, returners Kene Nwangwu and Isaiah Williams are dangerous. They have combined for three return touchdowns this season. Rookie punter Austin McNamara has put together a quietly excellent season.

Question 5: Do you expect the Jets to cover as 13.5-point underdogs, and do you like any props bets for the game?

I’m not sure about the spread. Very large spreads like this are difficult to figure out. I am confident the Jaguars will win. I am confident the Jets won’t be particularly effective. But oftentimes you see a favorite get up big, then let up and let the opponent make the score respectable with meaningless garbage time scores. If I had to bet, I’d bet the Jaguars cover. The Jets are a very bad team.

As for prop bets, I’m not a betting man. If there’s a prop bet for Jets defensive turnovers, bet the under. The Jets have zero interceptions this year, and they have generated just two turnovers all season.

Thanks to MacGregor for taking the time to answer our questions!

Jaguars fans, let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...23/jaguars-jets-week-15-stats-matchup-preview

 

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Jaguars vs Jets: Staff roundtable and game picks for Week 15

Welcome to Big Cat Country’s staff roundtable!

Today, we’re previewing Week 15’s matchup between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Jets at EverBank Stadium.

Question 1: Vibes are through the roof in Duval County right now. What has you most excited about the 9-4 Jaguars?

Dillon Appleman: I’m most excited about the idea that this is just the start of the offense clicking as we near a potential playoff run. It has been a work in progress to find consistency on offense all season, but over the last two weeks, it has been terrific. That things have finally started to slow down for Trevor Lawrence in Liam Coen’s detailed offense should be exciting for fans and a little scary for potential playoff opponents.

Travis Holmes: The constant player development that can easily be seen across the roster. The team record is obviously a positive; however, I never envisioned this roster as one that was truly ready for a deep playoff run in Year 1 of a new regime. Seeing them face both the toughest and easiest parts of their schedule, while still winning 70 percent of their games, confirms to me that Liam Coen was, without question, the right hire. Downstream development can be seen in nearly every position group through Coen and Anthony Campanile’s influence – RB Travis Etienne, LB Devin Lloyd, DT Arik Armstead, and QB Trevor Lawrence. This becomes even more pronounced for depth players such as S Antonio Johnson, CB Jarrian Jones, LB Dennis Gardeck, WR Parker Washington, UDFA DL Danny Striggow, and the list goes on. Player development has rarely been in the past few decades of Jaguar football. It’s a refreshing change-up.

Gus Logue: Dillon mentioned that the offense is starting to click, and I think you could say the same about the entire team. Since Jacksonville’s Week 8 bye, Trevor Lawrence leads the NFL in passing success rate, Josh Hines-Allen leads all defenders in pressures, the defense has allowed the league’s fewest rushing yards per game (73.3) and rushing touchdowns (11), and Cam Little has made all 10 of his field goal attempts. The Jaguars have scored an AFC-high 182 points in that span with 25+ points in each game. And they’re now as healthy as they’ve been since the first month of the season. This entire team is rounding into form at the perfect time in the NFL season.

Henry Zimmer: The part of this Jags team that has me most excited is that the team has direction. There is a clear plan in place by the front office, coaching staff, and players that is visible on the field. There is connectivity between what the coaches want from their players and what the players do on the field, and the front office is noticeably working to make the team better. Been a long time since that could be said.

Question 2: What’s a matchup you’re looking forward to watching?

Dillon: The Jets don’t have much star power on their roster after some huge trades they made this season but they quietly have one of the best young tackle duos in the league in Olu Fashanu and Armand Membou. They’ll face off against Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker, which should be a fun matchup between proven vets vs. a couple of young and ascending players for New York.

Travis: On a normal, week-by-week basis, I don’t believe that this Jets offense can consistently keep up with the Jaguars’ offense. However, the NFL is nothing but inconsistent, often featuring big week-by-week swings based on matchups. My biggest matchup on Sunday comes down to Jacksonville’s biggest consistent nemesis to date – game planning for a backup quarterback. UDFA QB Brady Cook is truly an enigma with just three quarters of NFL game tape. I wouldn’t blame fans for having pregame thoughts of Bengals’ backup quarterback Jake Browning or Texans clipboard holder Davis Mills, who combined to go 2-0 versus Jacksonville.

Gus: New York’s rushing offense against Jacksonville’s rushing defense. It seems that RB Breece Hall is the Jets’ only hope with WR Garrett Wilson and QBs Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor expected to miss Sunday’s game. New York is already the NFL’s run-heaviest offense in terms of pass rate over expected (-7.1%), but by the same metric, opposing offenses throw at Jacksonville (avoid running at them) at the highest clip in the league (+3.9%). The Jets need Hall to be Superman on Sunday, but the Jaguars have enough kryptonite to stop him.

Henry: This is a game the Jags should win easily, so I am excited to see this defense dominate. The quarterbacks the Jets could throw out are awful, which gives some hope that the defense can get a big sack afternoon and get a few turnovers. Run the numbers up on Sunday.

Question 3: Who will be the biggest X-factor?

Dillon: Travis Etienne. The Jets’ defense has allowed over 150 rushing yards to opposing offenses SEVEN times this season, and the Jaguars run the ball at the fifth-highest clip in the league (29 attempts per game). I think controlling the clock with the run game and ensuring the Jacksonville offense stays on the field as much as possible is the key to a win, and that goal will largely run through Etienne.

Travis: A special teams faceoff could be the difference maker in this matchup. The Jets lead the league in kick return average (29.8 yards), while Jacksonville is 10th (26.4). New York RB Kene Nwangwu leads the NFL in kick return average (35.1 on 13 returns and a return touchdown), while his teammate, WR Isaiah Williams, is also seventh among returners with 10+ returns (29.7 on 22 returns). Williams has also returned two punts for touchdowns, landing fifth in the league in punt return average (14.9). With the Jets likely in need of a spark, a special teams big play could be the thing that gives them life.

Gus: Jets WR Adonai Mitchell, who was traded from Indianapolis to New York as part of the Sauce Gardner trade. The 2024 second-round pick doesn’t seem to have the focus or drive to match his unworldly skill, which is why he’s already on his second team, but Mitchell is one of the few Jets players who can make a game-changing play. New York might not score on Sunday if Jacksonville can lock down Hall and Mitchell.

Henry: Hopefully, Josh Hines-Allen is a big X-factor. Can we get a 2-sack day early from JHA? Maybe a pick on a bad throw? I want to see, in what should be limited snaps, a huge day from Hines-Allen to help pad those late season stats he has been accumulating.

Final score prediction?

Dillon: Jaguars 27, Jets 16

Travis: Jaguars 33, Jets 17

Gus: Jaguars 27, Jets 10

Henry: Jaguars 45, Jets 14

What are your Week 15 predictions, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...uars-jets-week-15-2025-roundtable-predictions

 

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Jaguars Reacts Survey: Who should start at left tackle?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Jaguars fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Jaguars fans — are you confident the team is headed in the right direction?

And who should start at left tackle going forward?

Little has had an underwhelming season after signing a three-year, $40.5 million contract extension last December. He’s allowed the second-most sacks (9, per PFF) and blown the third-most blocks (40, per SIS) among all offensive linemen this year.

After he exited Week 13’s game with concussion symptoms, Van Lanen stepped up to replace him at left tackle. He allowed 2 pressures (no sacks) on 32 dropbacks in Week 13, then 1 pressure (no sacks) on 33 dropbacks in Week 14.

Van Lanen has been invaluable to the Jaguars this season for his ability to play any position on the line.

Cole Van Lanen has played LG/RT/RG/LT for the Jaguars all over the last month. Not sure I have ever seen that. Here he is vs. Jeffrey Simmons pic.twitter.com/ypFzuNH2hp

— John Shipley (@_John_Shipley) December 1, 2025

“Cole stepping in multiple different roles, being the Swiss Army knife that he’s been for us, has been really helpful,” said Liam Coen last week.

“He’s a great player, honestly,“ said DaVon Hamilton. ”He obviously hasn’t started a lot of games and whatnot, but I think he’s been a great player since college, honestly. I go against him all the time; he makes me better, so he’s a good player to me.”

Should the Jaguars continue to start Van Lanen at left tackle, or should they give Little another shot?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...reacts-survey-who-should-start-at-left-tackle

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Jaguars jump up NFL power rankings entering Week 15

As Week 15 approaches, we rounded up the latest NFL power rankings to get a sense of how the Jaguars are viewed nationally.

CBS Sports: 6 (last week: 8)​

From Pete Prisco:

Trevor Lawrence has taken major strides the past two weeks. It’s all starting to click in the new offense.

Pro Football Talk: 7 (9)​

From Mike Florio:

They played once at Levi’s Stadium this year. Could they be returning?

ESPN: 8 (13)​

From Mike DiRocco:

Most shocking statistical ranking: Wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr . is 50th in receiving yards

Expectations were pretty high for Thomas after a big rookie season — 1,282 yards (third in the NFL) and 10 TDs — but he has had issues catching the ball (five drops) and rookie Travis Hunter moved ahead of Thomas into the No. 1 receiver role by Week 7 before Hunter ‘s season-ending injury. Thomas did miss three games because of an ankle injury and has had five catches for 115 yards in the two games since his return. But the team now views Jakobi Meyers — whom they traded for on Nov. 4 — as its No. 1 wideout. Thomas has 535 receiving yards so far.

USA Today: 9 (9)​

From Nate Davis:

They’re holding steady at No. 9 − and now firmly atop the AFC South with fifth-year QB Trevor Lawrence playing his most efficient football of the season heading into the stretch drive.

The Ringer: 9 (11)​

From Diante Lee:

Nothing about Jacksonville’s successful season has felt intentional, let alone sustainable, but I think that the Jaguars are turning the corner. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence has finally found a good rhythm in the passing game, his receivers are catching the ball again, and the playoff picture is shaping up for the Jags to win a game or two this postseason.

After saying all that, I’m positive that this team will repay my belief by embarrassing itself in the next couple of weeks.

Fox Sports: 9 (11)​

From Ralph Vacchiano:

Beating the Colts was huge and probably wrapped up the AFC South for them. Still, it’s hard not to wonder how the game would’ve played out if Indy hadn’t lost QB Daniel Jones.

NFL.com: 9 (12)​

From Eric Edholm:

If you were to ask me to identify Jacksonville’s superpower, I’d probably stumble my way through an answer before mentioning the run defense. But once Daniel Jones was knocked out of Sunday’s game, the Jaguars flexed their muscles and put the Colts away to wrest temporary control of the division. The Texans are coming, but these Jaguars are making things work in Liam Coen’s first season. He might be running third in the Coach of the Year race behind Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson, but Coen’s offense looked nice early against Indy before slowing down after halftime. All in all, though, this team is playing good football at the right time. Jacksonville has allowed just 13 points per game over the past four, and it’s looking like the Jags could face undrafted rookie Brady Cook at QB when the Jets come to town this Sunday.

Bleacher Report: 10 (10)​

From Kris Knox:

The Jaguars took control of the NFC South on Sunday, and there’s a good chance they secure their first division title since 2022 by winning three of their final four games.

With Daniel Jones injured for Indianapolis, the Denver Broncos are probably the only playoff-caliber challenge left on Jacksonville’s schedule. If the Jags don’t play down to the competition against the Colts, Jets and Titans, they’ll host a playoff game.

How Jacksonville actually fares in the postseason will hinge on Trevor Lawrence’s play and the defense’s ability to force turnovers. The Jaguars haven’t won the turnover battle and lost a game since Week 2.

Sports Illustrated: 10 (12)​

From Conor Orr:

As wrong as I was about how Ben Johnson’s demeanor was going to translate to leading an NFL locker room, I may have been equally wrong about Liam Coen. Just look at the immaculate vibes taking place here.

Yahoo Sports: 13 (12)​

From Frank Schwab:

Sunday changed everything in the AFC South. The Colts lost Daniel Jones, and the Jaguars picked up a critical win. It’s hard to watch the Jaguars and Texans and believe Jacksonville is the better team right now (more on the Texans in a bit) but they do lead the division. The AFC South might come down to whether the Jaguars can beat the Broncos or the Texans can beat the Chargers, because the other remaining games for both teams are all winnable.

The Athletic: 13 (14)​

From Josh Kendall and Chad Graff:

The Jaguars’ first-year coach is in a neck-and-neck race with the Bears’ Ben Johnson for the most performative postgame locker room speeches. After Jacksonville won for the fifth time in six games Sunday, Coen looked on the verge of breaking his players’ hands high-fiving. He has the players believing, though. Josh Hines-Allen was even talking about the Super Bowl after recording his seventh sack.

The Jaguars’ average rank this week is 9.6 (last week: 11.2).

The #Jaguars keep on climbing pic.twitter.com/mJqYwcOuw0

— Duval 22 (@duval22dotcom) December 10, 2025

Where would you rank the team, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...80078/jaguars-nfl-power-rankings-week-15-2025

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Reacts Survey Results: Jaguars fans weigh in on the left tackle battle

Dec 29, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) greets a young fan after the game against the Tennessee Titans at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

This week, we asked Jacksonville Jaguars fans who should start at left tackle between Walker Little and Cole Van Lanen.

78% of respondents went with Van Lanen, who played well in Little’s absence over the past game and a half.

When asked on Monday if Van Lanen has done enough to earn a starting spot, a warm “I think so” was head coach Liam Coen’s response. “He’s played enough really good football for us.”

“We’ve got a great situation right now where you’ve got depth at multiple positions of people that have had to play for us a lot. This shows up in multiple positions all throughout the team … the message in the locker room is, ‘Hey guys, there’s a lot of guys that are coming back right now, and for us to continue to go where we want to go, we’ve got to use that as an edge,’ and that depth and experience that we’ve gotten has to be collective and having a team first mindset about everything we do.”

Soooo, I think Little will be starting on Sunday? That’s assuming he’s cleared concussion protocol; Little practiced in full on Thursday and Friday but is listed as questionable for the game. We shall see.

As for the confidence survey, 96% of fans are confident in the direction of the team — tying Week 6 (after the MNF win vs K.C.) for the highest of the season.

Top comments from Wednesday’s post:

Yo Daddycrapper
Cole has Shined, earned with gritt and great play … He is the Starting Left Tackle until beaten out or replaced because of Injury.
If he is Healthy, he is the Guy. Walker needs to get healthy and then work on his Technique and refine things and Improve.
JaxCommenterGuy

Little has had an underwhelming season after signing a three-year, $40.5 million contract extension last December.

In fairness…he wasn’t exactly overwhelming prior to signing that contract either.
JagsAndYanks
Can’t play the salary game at this point in the season. Go with Cole until he gives you a reason not to.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/nfl-reacts-survey/80209/reacts-survey-results-jaguars-left-tackle-2025

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Jaguars playoff picture: What Week 15 vs. Jets means for AFC standings

The Jaguars entered Week 15 with a 9-4 record and holding onto the top spot in the AFC South. The Texans and Colts are both on their heels at 8-5, and the Colts trotted out literal grandfather Philip Rivers in the hopes of saving their season. The 2-11 Titans, unsurprisingly, are bringing up the rear and are more focused on draft order at this point since they’ve been eliminated from the postseason already.

Because they were leading the division, the Jags were penciled in at the No. 3 seed in the AFC playoff picture heading into this week, and they controlled their own destiny against the Jets with a 48-20 domination. Here’s where things stand for the AFC South after the 1 p.m. slate on Sunday, and for the Jaguars in the overall NFL playoff picture.

Updated AFC South standings​

1. Jacksonville Jaguars 10-4
2. Houston Texans 9-5
3. Indianapolis Colts 8-5
4. Tennessee Titans 2-11

Updated AFC playoff picture​

1. Denver Broncos 11-2
2. New England Patriots 11-3
3. Jacksonville Jaguars 10-4
4. Pittsburgh Steelers 7-6
5. Buffalo Bills 10-4
6. Los Angeles Chargers 10-4
7. Houston Texans 9-5
8. Indianapolis Colts 8-5
9. Baltimore Ravens 7-7
10. Miami Dolphins 6-7

Eliminated from AFC playoff contention​

• Kansas City Chiefs
• Cincinnati Bengals
• New York Jets
• Cleveland Browns
• Tennessee Titans
• Las Vegas Raiders

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...5-afc-standings-wild-card-seeding-tiebreakers

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Trevor Lawrence shines as Jaguars destroy Jets at home

For the first time since the 2017 Jacksonville AFC Championship Game appearance season (Myles Jack wasn’t down), the Jacksonville Jaguars have a 10-win season. An explosive 31-point first half effectively wrapped this holiday gift in a bow for the EverBank fanbase, tying for the second-most points in a first half in Jaguars’ history (most in a first half since Week 15 of the 2017 season) and being the seventh straight game the Jaguars have scored 25-plus points in franchise history.

Following Jacksonville’s 48-20 EverBank Stadium victory over the New York Jets, the Jaguars remain in the driver’s seat in AFC South play and third in the AFC. Here’s everything you need to know from Jacksonville’s Week 15 win over the Jets.

Once a lineman, now a photographer: Tyler Shatley #Jaguars | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/pDK0Gwpwe9

— 1010 XL / 92.5 FM (@1010XL) December 14, 2025

Live blog:

Catch up on all the big plays and best moments from tonight’s game in our live blog!

Pregame Notes:

As the Jaguars’ roster continues to heal up week by week following the bye, the most notable inactive on Sunday was left tackle Walker Little. After leaving Jacksonville’s week 13 victory over the Tennessee Titans with concussion symptoms, Little was held out of the week 14 victory over the Colts. Walker cleared the concussion protocol on Thursday, allowing him to be a full practice participant on Friday. However, he reportedly experienced a setback, complaining of concussion symptoms afterward, resulting in another starting opportunity for Duval favorite, swing tackle Cole Van-Lanen.

Linebacker Yasir Abdullah, tight end Hunter Long, defensive linemen Emmanuel Ogbah and Austin Johnson rounded out the Jacksonville inactives with Parker Washington active following his week 14 absence with a hip injury suffered against Tennessee.

New York went with UDFA quarterback Brady Cook as the starter against Jacksonville, with starting quarterback Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor both dealing with injuries and unable to practice this week. Additionally, tight end Mason Taylor and defensive lineman Mazi Smith were both inactive, along with wide receiver Tyler Johnson, edge Braiden McGregor, and linebacker Kiki Mauigoa. Rookie Jets CB AZ Thomas was placed on IR this week, joining WR Garret Wilson, S Andre Cisco, and slot CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr.

The following Jacksonville players left Sunday’s game due to injury:

• DL Danny Striggow (angle)
• RB Bhayshul Tuten (finger)

Game Recap

Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville passing game with a dominant 9-play, 72-yard drive where the Jaguars faced no third downs, as Lawrence went 5-6 on the drive for 52 yards, capped with an impressive, tight-window, four-yard touchdown throw to Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars 7-0)

Trevor already in his rhythm. pic.twitter.com/DM89WYwTca

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 14, 2025

The equally feisty Jacksonville defense immediately stopped the Jets offense for a quick four-and-out following a Travon Walker tackle for loss on Jets RB Breece Hall on fourth down, as Aaron Glenn chose to pass on punting the ball from midfield.

Leaving Travon Walker unblocked….. pic.twitter.com/tJdK5EyP15

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 14, 2025

Jacksonville, again, quickly moved into scoring range, with Lawrence doing it with his legs, scoring on a 15-yard rush following a 21-yard completion to Jakobi Meyers to enter the redzone. (Jaguars 14-0)

Jacksonville starting hot!

Trevor Lawrence runs it in to make it a two-score game

NYJvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+https://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/vlrUGasdDo

— NFL (@NFL) December 14, 2025

The Jets offense bounced back, showing signs of life after falling to 14-0, with undrafted free agent, third-string Jets QB Brady Cook heating up, going 4-4 on the drive for 44 yards, with RB Breece Hall also ripping off a 13-yard first down conversion. (Jaguars 14-7)

Brady Cook's first NFL TD!

NYJvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+https://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/CmMVAGBRHp

— NFL (@NFL) December 14, 2025

The scorching hot Jacksonville passing game continued its onslaught after being set up in prime position to start the drive after a 43-yard Bhayshul Tuten kick return. The offense, again faced no third downs on the drive, picked up chunk plays of 19 yards (via a Jakobi Meyers reception) and a nifty schemed-up 16-yard Tuten touchdown reception. The 5-play, 55-yard drive took just 2:33, as the Jaguars regained their 14-point home lead. (Jaguars 21-7)

Trevor Lawrence through three drives, by air yards

Behind LOS: 0 attempt
0-9 yards: 2/3, 22 yards
10-19 yards: 6/6, 86 yards, 2 TD
20+ yards: 0 attempts

No screens, no shots. Just shredding in the dropback game. So much rhythm rn.

— Benjamin Solak (@BenjaminSolak) December 14, 2025

Jacksonville’s first three drives:

• 5 plays, 55 yards (2:33) – Touchdown
• 5 plays, 38 yards (2:22) – Touchdown
• 9 plays, 72 yards (4:42) – Touchdown

As noted by BCC’s Gus Logue, Lawrence’s only incompletions on the opening three scoring drives were a throwaway on a called screen and a drop by tight end Brenton Strange, with Lawrence holding a 151.2 passer rating at that time.

The Jaguars’ defense forced a quick Jets punt, which Jacksonville answered with one of their own on the following drive. However, the Jaguars’ punt, from their own endzone was returned for a negated touchdown by returner Isaiah Williams. The score was called back for an illegal block out of bounds penalty, with the Jets eventually settling for a field goal on the drive. (Jaguars 21, Jets 10)

After a Jets kickoff out of bounds, Lawrence, for the third game in a row, completed an impossible throw on the move, this one to Parker Washington for a 33-yard gain, as the offense drove into the Jets’ redzone.

Trevor Lawrence escaped the pressure and threw a dime down the field pic.twitter.com/WDkedmsgWU

— NFL (@NFL) December 14, 2025

Cam Little capped the 10-play, 45-yard, 3:30 drive with a 33-yard field goal to regain the 14-point lead. (Jaguars 24, Jets 10)

Just two plays later, CB Montaric Brown got the ball back for the Jacksonville offense at midfield, corralling an impossible interception at the Jets’ 47-yard line with 1:07 left in the half and with three timeouts remaining.

Montaric Brown my GOODNESS!

RT to #ProBowlVote#NYJvsJAX on CBS pic.twitter.com/WvwiRCeI4k

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Trevor Lawrence, Liam Coen, and Co. continued to shred this Jets man-coverage defense, exploiting the lack of defenders with eyes on the quarterback with Trevor hitting explosive plays of a 20-yard rush, followed by a 12-yard pass to Parker Washington, capped by a 20-yard touchdown pass to Travis Etienne (over former Jaguars LB Quincy Williams). (Jaguars 31, Jets 10)

A 31-point first half for the @Jaguars!

NYJvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+https://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/Fs8ranIKtC

— NFL (@NFL) December 14, 2025

Halftime Stats:

• Score: Jaguars 31, Jets 10
• First downs: Jaguars 17, Jets 9
• Time of possession: Jaguars 14:54, Jets 15:06
• Sacks: Jaguars 0, Jets 0
• Turnovers forced: Jaguars 1, Jets 0
• Rushing yards: Jaguars 78, Jets 52
• Yards per rush: Jaguars 5.6, Jets 3.1
• Passing yards: Jaguars 192, Jets 73
• Passing yards per attempt: Jaguars 8.7, Jets 5.6
• Redzone: Jaguars 3 of 4 (75%), Jets 1 of 1 (100%)
• Penalties: Jaguars 4 for 45 yards, Jets 4 for 24 yards
• Points off turnovers: Jaguars 7, Jets 0

At the half, QB Trevor Lawrence was 14/22 for 192 yards (8.7 YPA), 4 total TDs, 4 carries for 48 yards (12.0 YPC), no turnovers, no sacks (131.1 passer rating).

halftime qb update pic.twitter.com/y2TgCa5t1C

— Gus Logue (@gus_logue) December 14, 2025

Following the half, the Jets drove 32 yards into scoring range before Dennis Gardeck sacked Cook on third down, forcing a field goal. (Jaguars 31, Jets 13)

Gardeck sack… with a spin move pic.twitter.com/WYvW5oiwCr

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 14, 2025

The Jaguars offense refused to lift their foot off the gas, bludgeoning the Jets linebackers and secondary with man-beating double moves and concepts, as Brian Thomas Jr brought in a 39-yard stutter and go.

pic.twitter.com/s5phS8HnLN

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 14, 2025

Lawrence connected with Etienne for his second receiving touchdown of the day to complete the drive – this one, a seven-yard, third-quarter, touchdown catch. (Jaguars 38, Jets 13)

Travis Etienne and the Jaguars' offense stays hot

CLEvsCHI on FOX/FOX Onehttps://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/hWoeLnJxny

— NFL (@NFL) December 14, 2025

BJ Green joined the EverBank party, collecting his first (official) sack on Cook, bringing down the rookie quarterback on first down. Following a Jets turnover on downs, Cam Little added a field goal to confirm the 40-Burger. The make awarded Little the title of the youngest player in NFL history to hit 50 career field goals. (Jaguars 41, Jets 13)

Per ESPN, Sunday’s matchup was the first time the Jaguars scored 40 points before the fourth quarter since 2005 Week 17 2005 against the Tennessee Titans. However, the 41 total points are the most the Jaguars have scored before the fourth quarter since the 2000 season (Week 14 against the Browns).

Following a 5-play, 65-yard touchdown drive by the Jets, Lawrence and Etienne weren’t done, securing the sixth touchdown for Lawrence and third receiving TD for Etienne, on the ever-elusive Jacksonville screen play. (Jaguars 48, Jets 20)

.@trevorlawrence with his sixth total TD, @swaggy_t1 with his third!

RT to #ProBowlVote #NYJvsJAX on CBSpic.twitter.com/DclFZsADSt

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Following another forced punt by the Jacksonville defense, Lawrence hung his helmet up with 10:32 left in the fourth quarter. With Nick Mullens taking over, WR Dyami Brown fumbled a rushing attempt back to the Jets on the next series. However, the Jaguars’ defense bailed him out, as Ventrell Miller intercepted an ill-advised pass by Cook in the endzone to end the Jets’ drive – his first career interception. Following the Jacksonville punt, Antonio Johnson came up with Brady Cook’s third interception of the day to wrap the game up – Jacksonville’s 26th takeaway of 2025 (second in the NFL).

What a way to end the day!

RT to #ProBowlVote for @Antonio_johns0n#NYJvsJAX on CBS pic.twitter.com/HwlCwXl7W3

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Best highlight:

Liam Coen and Lawrence were in their bag on Sunday, with multiple beautifully schemed plays, giving Aaron Glenn and Steve Wilks fits on defense. The second quarter Bhayshul Tuten play action fake, with a B-gap release, was a thing of beauty with no defender in sight.

Stay schemin'

RT to #ProBowlVote for @trevorlawrence & @bhayshul!#NYJvsJAX on CBSpic.twitter.com/vqauGAFafE

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Biggest play(s) of the game:

According to rbsdm.com, the biggest play of the game by Expected Points Added (EPA) was Ventrell Miller’s endzone interception on first down, effectively taking seven points off the board (-6.8 EPA).

Im so happy for Ventrell Miller, easiest interception of his life. pic.twitter.com/903BDvYWzb

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 14, 2025

Per rbsdm.com, the biggest play of the game by Win Probability was the opening touchdown of the day – Trevor Lawrence’s four-yard pass to Brian Thomas Jr (5 percent added win probability).

Y'all know what time it is.

RT to #ProBowlVote for @trevorlawrence & @BrianThomas_11!#NYJvsJAX on CBSpic.twitter.com/G7Gy7E4D89

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Key stats (traditional):

• QB Trevor Lawrence: 20/32 for 330 yards (10.3 YPA), 5 carries for 51 yards (10.2 YPC), 5 passing TDs, 1 rushing TDs, no turnovers, no sacks, 136.7 passer rating
• RB Travis Etienne: 12 carries for 32 yards (2.7 YPC), 3 catches for 73 yards (24.3 YPR) and three TDs on four targets
• WR Jakobi Meyers: 5 catches for 71 yards (14.2 YPR) on 7 targets
• LB Devin Lloyd: 6 tackles, 1 solo
• S Eric Murray: 6 tackles, 4 solo, 1 sack, 2 TFL
• Interceptions from LB Ventrell Miller, CB Montaric Brown, and S Antonio Johnson

View the full box score here

Game balls:

• Special Teams: Cam Little: 2/2 on field goals with a long of 33, 6/6 on extra points
• Defense: CB Montaric Brown: 4 tackles, all four solos, 1 pass defensed, and an interception
• Offense: QB Trevor Lawrence: 20/32 for 330 yards (10.3 YPA), 5 carries for 51 yards (10.2 YPC), 6 total TDs, no turnovers, no sacks, 136.7 passer rating

Full highlights:

• You can watch the top plays of the Week 15 matchup on the NFL’s YouTube channel here.

Post-game notables:

1. This Trevor Lawrence/Liam Coen marriage looks to be the real deal

While it’s been bubbling for some time, for even the staunchest Trevor Lawrence critic, it’s hard to deny that this growth for Lawrence in this Liam Coen offense is real and here to stay. Lawrence cooked on Sunday, with six total touchdowns, no true turnover-worthy throws, and he likely could have had even more had the Jets’ offense been a respectable unit on Sunday. It was easily Trevor’s sharpest day at the office, a phrase we have now said no less than three times since the Jaguars’ week 8 bye week. The arrow is pointing up, folks.

2. Jaguars defense handles business

Giving up 20 points to the shell of a Jets’ offensive roster is hardly an accomplishment in most circumstances. However, after going up 14-0 early in the game, there are few points where one could realistically say the Jaguars’ defense truly struggled in this one. They gave up a first quarter touchdown drive much too easily, which showed some issues slowing down the Jets’ run and play action game. Outside of that drive, it was truly business as usual for Campanile’s unit. A 3-interception, 3-sack day where you hold Breece Hall to 23 yards rushing on 12 carries will almost always result in a Sunday victory.

3. Can they do it when the game is on All-Madden mode?

The Jaguars have convincingly answered the question, “Can they dominate the NFL’s cellar?” since the bye week. They have even thoroughly dominated the AFC favorite Los Angeles Chargers during this stretch. A huge test lingers on the horizon with the AFC second seed Broncos on Sunday in Denver. Coen’s unit will finally have an opportunity to prove they earn the respect that has been withheld.

What are your thoughts from tonight’s game, Jaguars fans? Who surprised you most or disappointed you with their play tonight? Let us know in the comments.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/game-...ce-shines-as-jaguars-destroy-jets-at-everbank

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Report: Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten to undergo surgery

Coming off of their dominant 48-20 victory over the New York Jets, Jaguar fans were in the midst of celebrating the franchise’s first 10-win season since 2017, when news dropped that another injury had befallen the Jaguars’ rookie class.

#Jaguars rookie RB Bhayshul Tuten will undergo surgery to repair a finger injury suffered in yesterday’s win over the #Jets, sources tell me and @RapSheet. He’ll miss a few weeks but should be back for the playoffs. pic.twitter.com/pcAiuxrPq8

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) December 15, 2025

Running back Bhayshul Tuten exited Sunday’s game during the second half after rushing for seven yards on one carry and scoring on a 16-yard second-quarter reception.

Bhayshul Tuten adds to the @Jaguars' lead!

NYJvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+https://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/j3R2nfNbsN

— NFL (@NFL) December 14, 2025

Throughout 2025, Tuten has rushed for 78 carries for 284 yards, a 3.6-yard per carry average, while scoring four rushing touchdowns with one fumble lost. He also brought in another two receiving touchdowns on 10 receptions for 79 yards, in relief of starter Travis Etienne.

With the report noting that Bhayshul is expected to return from the finger surgery recovery by the playoffs, the team could opt to primarily lean on rookie LeQuint Allen Jr. in the interim, while possibly calling up preseason favorite Ja’Quinden Jackson from the practice squad. It also wouldn’t be a shock were the team to decide to bring in another back as an alternative option. No matter what they decide, based on this report, Tuten’s explosiveness and versatility will not be on display on Sunday in Denver at the very least.

With Tuten’s recent injury, Jacksonville’s rookie class currently reflects:

• 1st Round: CB/WR Travis Hunter – IR
• 3rd Round: S Caleb Ransaw – IR
• 3rd Round: OL Wyatt Milum – backup OL
• 4th Round: RB Bhayshul Tuten – reported finger surgery pending (not season-ending)
• 4th Round: LB Jack Kiser – backup LB and special teams player
• 6th Round: LB Jalen McLeod – IR
• 6th Round: S Rayaun Lane III – special teams ace and safety depth
• 7th Round: OL Jonah Monheim – OL depth at multiple positions
• 7th Round: RB LeQuint Allen Jr. – passing down specialist and special teams ace

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...2/report-rb-bhayshul-tuten-to-undergo-surgery

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Jaguars vs Broncos: Week 16 opening odds

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 12: Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers pressures Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the third quarter of the game at EverBank Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

The Jacksonville Jaguars (10-4) will hop on a jet and travel to rocky Colorado to face the Denver Broncos (12-2) at 4:05 p.m. EST on Sunday, Dec. 21.

According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Jaguars are 3-point underdogs and the total is set at 45.5 points.

Home-field advantage is typically worth 3 points, so you could say that this would be an even matchup on a neutral field.

This is an important game for two main reasons, the first being playoff implications.

Current probability	Probability with a win	Probability with a loss
To make the playoffs	99%	99%	97%
To win the division	61%	82%	43%
To get the No. 1 seed	11%	26%	1%

More importantly, it’ll be a litmus test for how the Jaguars perform against top competition before Liam Coen’s first postseason as head coach.

“We know the challenge that we have going out west this week against a very high-quality opponent,” Coen said immediately after Jacksonville’s most recent win.

“Yes, we’ve won these last X amount of games and execute at a high level, but when you continue to elevate and raise the standard of performance, of practice, of preparation, … that’s what I think is fun about this group. They don’t want to just say, man, that was a good win. We can kind of hang back and not go to work this week. They want to continue to be intentional about their efforts, about taking care of their bodies and doing it together. It’s a group that cares about each other. We all do. I think coaches and players alike.

“There’s still so much room to continue to grow as a team. As you get into December, playing your best football is very important. We have another opportunity to go do that this [coming] Sunday.”

What are your thoughts on the Jaguars’ Week 16 matchup? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...287/jaguars-broncos-week-16-2025-opening-odds

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

Winners & Losers from Week 15: Trevor Lawrence is the Greatest Quarterback to Ever Play the Game of Football

So it seems like the Jaguars are getting hot at the right time, huh?

In the first year under head coach Liam Coen, the Jacksonville Jaguars are going to finish with a winning record. The team secured that after a 48-20 ass-kicking over the New York Jets. Sunday’s win moved the team to 10-4 overall, kept them a game up on the AFC South, and put them in striking position for a top overall seed in the AFC.

There are plenty of highlights from Sunday’s game, but none are bigger than Trevor Lawrence’s first-of-its-kind stat line.

Trevor Lawrence is the only player in NFL history with 5+ pass TDs, 1+ rush TD & 50+ rush yards in a single game @Jaguars | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/0xOE9zbqnW

— NFL+ (@NFLPlus) December 14, 2025

Lawrence’s six total touchdowns and over 300 yards passing was a thing of beauty. It has now been three straight weeks of Lawrence “playing the best game of his career,” which is exactly the type of thing you want from your franchise quarterback heading into the playoffs.

Firing on all cylinders is an understatement to describe the Jags right now. Regardless of the opponent, they are crushing people. And now it’s on to the biggest test of all against the AFC’s second-best squad: the Denver Broncos.

WINNERS

Trevor Lawrence

You’ve seen the box score. You know what he did.

On Sunday, Lawrence posted a stat line that quite literally has never been seen before. His 5 passing touchdowns, 300+ passing yards, 1 rushing touchdown, and 50+ rushing yards has never been done by an NFL quarterback. Ever. Until this past weekend.

Cam Newton never did this. Mike Vick never did either. Or Jalen Hurts with all his weapons. Not even Patrick Mahomes has hit that stat line. Just Lawrence.

When asked if his former Clemson teammate is playing his best football, Travis Etienne said he has never seen Lawrence hit this kind of stride. Even Coen is lighting up when he gets to throw praise towards his quarterback.

We’ve talked at length all over Big Cat Country about how the acquisition of wide receiver Jakobi Meyers has unearthed the excellence that lay dormant in this offense. But it’s starting to go beyond that.

The running backs are playing well because the offensive line is playing well. The offensive scheme is good so the receivers are constantly open. The tight ends are blocking so everyone has time and room. And the quarterback is hitting everyone (minus maybe that one weird throwaway in the end zone).

Everything is working in tandem right now, and you can give a ton of that credit to the quarterback. He was, and largely rightfully, given a lot of grief at the beginning of the year for making the same boneheaded mistakes that plagued him through his pro career. He’s had a lot of different coordinators and coaches in his ear throughout his time in the league, but now it looks like he finally has one that fits. Coen always said the scheme was tough to learn and it would take a while. It turns out he was right. In the end, we are all better for it.

You can say the Jags haven’t played the greatest of opponents in the past three weeks. But whatever. Making this type of throw two weeks in a row doesn’t just happen because you are playing the pathetic Jets. This type of throw is something else entirely.

This guy Trevor Lawrence is pretty good at football.

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— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Travis Etienne

Speaking of the former Clemson star, the Jags sort of have to re-sign this guy, right?

All Etienne has done under Coen is excel in both the run and pass game, which are the traits that got Etienne to the first round of the draft anyway. On Sunday, Etienne had 32 rushing yards. Most importantly, he led the team in receiving with three catches for 73 yards and a trio of touchdowns. What a day.

Etienne is now just 51 yards short of 1,000 yards rushing for the year. He is under 50 yards short of 300 yards receiving as well.

Whatever Coen has done to unlock this guy has absolutely worked this season. Last week, we said Etienne may be the odd man out when the Jags start giving out contracts this summer. After Sunday, he might have earned himself a seat at the table.

Week Fifteen

Trevor Lawrence Passing TD (22)
to Travis Etienne Jr (3)
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— NFL TD Videos (@NFLTDVids) December 14, 2025

Jakobi Meyers

A guy who has to get paid, though, will be Jakobi Meyers.

Meyers led the team in catches with five and finished second on the team in receiving with 71 yards, just two short of Etienne.

There wasn’t a single defensive player on the Jets who had an answer for Meyers getting open across the middle. There has hardly been a defensive player in the league since Meyers got to Jacksonville who has had an answer for him.

Simply put, vote this man to the Pro Bowl. And the rest of the Jags! He has changed my life. I can almost guarantee he has changed yours.

Love this concept. Jakobi Meyers using the stack to blind the CB and get open. pic.twitter.com/oPj07fah4Y

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) December 14, 2025

Offensive Line Play

It’s hard for a guy like Lawrence to have the day he did without a solid front ahead of him. On Sunday, Lawrence’s offensive line certainly did some work.

The Jets legitimately have no one up front to cause any problems. Regardless, it was yet another zero-sack afternoon for the Jags offensive line. The Jets had just two quarterback hits and two TFLs all day. It was the second straight week that the Jags offensive line has kept the quarterback free of sacks. It was also the fifth such game of the season.

Everyone knows the injuries that the Jags have had, and have, up front but it has mattered little recently. Sorry, Walker Little, but Cole Van Lanen is here to stay and is looking great on the left side.

All anyone could have asked for from this group was mediocre play. The Jags are getting far better than that. Everything has to work in tandem to win, especially late in the year. We are seeing that with the Jaguars’ offense, especially up front.

none. zip. zero. nada.#DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/q57iKP4xBm

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 15, 2025

The Secondary

It was another multi-interception afternoon for the Jags, led by the Duval secondary.

Montaric Brown snagged another diving interception, the second of his year, while Antonio Johnson added another pick of his own.

The Jets didn’t have a receiver eclipse 60 yards as rookie quarterback Brady Cook finished with just 176 yards passing. Eric Murray was blasting heads earlier and finished the day with a sack and two tackles for loss. Andrew Wingard and Murray finished tied for second on the team in tackles. Dewey even added a TFL of his own, as did Christian Braswell.

This secondary might not scare anyone based on name recognition alone but they are playing in tandem just as much as the offense is. With the defensive line catching fire and the linebackers blanketing the middle of the field, the secondary can hunt. It’s absolutely working.

Montaric Brown my GOODNESS!

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— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 14, 2025

Special Teams

The Jags have a really good special teams unit. Plain and simple.

Kicker Cam Little nailed both of his field goals Sunday and all six of his extra points. Used only twice, punter Logan Cooke averaged 52 yards a punt. LeQuint Allen put down a 50-yard kickoff return. Bhayshul Tuten averaged 31 yards per kick return.

It’s the little things sometimes. Special teams are traditionally such little things. However, they made an impact and this unit did its job as it has tended to do all season long.

Liam Coen

Ok, I think it is fair to say that Coen is figuring it out.

The Jacksonville Jaguars do not traditionally have winning seasons, at least not in recent memory. That’s just a fact.

Yet in the first year under Coen, despite problems with injuries and penalties, this team will secure a winning season and is almost guaranteed a playoff spot. What a freaking turnaround.

You can visibly see that this team embodies the nature of their coach. You can audibly see that the team rallies around the ball and rallies around one another. The postgame celebrations in the locker room are genuine and intense. It all looks good. That starts with the head coach.

No one knows what lies ahead for Jacksonville. But we can start to see that winning and a standard of making the playoffs is going to be the bar for future seasons.

The penalties still happen and there is always room for improvement, but I cannot sit here and say I don’t believe in what the guy is preaching and putting into his players when you hear him speak postgame.

Liam Coen is only 4 wins away from tying Gus Bradley for 5th all time in wins as a Jags HC.

Bradly coached 62 games, Coen’s at 14 pic.twitter.com/pwH5XR02yW

— SleeperJaguars (@SleeperJaguars) December 14, 2025

Al’s Pizza

That’s three interceptions, folks, that third one courtesy of a pick from linebacker Ventrell Miller.

Hug your family. Buy that jersey you’ve always wanted. Rejoice in the Jags being good. And do so around some Al’s Pizza because it’s funny at this point. It’s cold. Warm yourself up with Al’s.

LOSERS

Dyami Brown

Yeah, ok, this guy is cooked.

I almost didn’t want to add a loser this week to take away from how fun the game was, but here we are. The Brown signing made sense. The Jags needed someone like him before they knew what they could get in someone like Jakobi Meyers. Or dare I say even Tim Patrick…?

A Chrysler 300 looks like a Rolls-Royce Phantom till a Phantom rolls up. It’s time to see this Chrysler off. Thanks for a couple of cool plays, I suppose, Dyami Brown.

Yikes… Dyami Brown

Last thing he needed was to fumble on his first touch since Week 9 vs the #Raiders.

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) December 14, 2025

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Reacts Survey: Are you surprised by Trevor Lawrence’s recent play?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Jaguars fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Jaguars fans — are you confident the team is headed in the right direction?

And are you surprised by Trevor Lawrence’s recent play, or did you know it was in him all along?

Lawrence has been on fire in the five games since Jacksonville’s Week 10 collapse in Houston.

Here are his stats in that span, via PFF:

• 13 passing touchdowns (1st)
• 8.6 yards per attempt (1st)
• 11.3 average depth of target (2nd)
• 90.0 PFF grade (2nd)
• 8.0 big-time throw rate (3rd)
• 107.0 passer rating (3rd)

“I thought he was very accurate with the football,” head coach Liam Coen said after Lawrence’s 6 total touchdown performance in Week 15. “Started hot, allowing these guys to be able to catch and run, especially over the middle of the field. The vertical throws I thought were very impressive.

“Very proud of Trevor and his preparation, the way that he’s practiced, the way that he’s continued to lead our offense and do what we’re asking him to do at a high level, though. He’s playing at a high level right now.”

I’ve written numerous feature-length articles about Lawrence over the years, all essentially saying, “He’s good, I swear!” So I’m feeling pretty vindicated this week. What about you?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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Jaguars vs Broncos Matchup History: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Your current AFC South division leaders will be on the road this week to face off against the Denver Broncos. The two teams have played each other 15 times, and Denver leads the series 8-7. Here’s hoping the Jaguars beat the odds and come home with a win on Sunday while we look at the good, the bad, and the ugly of their matchups against the Broncos.

Series results

Date	Visitor	Home	Result
10/30/2022	Denver Broncos – 21	Jacksonville Jaguars – 17	L
09/19/2021	Denver Broncos – 23	Jacksonville Jaguars – 13	L
09/29/2019	Jacksonville Jaguars – 26	Denver Broncos – 24	W
12/04/2016	Denver Broncos – 20	Jacksonville Jaguars – 10	L
10/13/2013	Jacksonville Jaguars – 19	Denver Broncos – 35	L
09/12/2010	Denver Broncos – 17	Jacksonville Jaguars – 24	W
10/12/2008	Jacksonville Jaguars – 24	Denver Broncos – 17	W
09/23/2007	Jacksonville Jaguars – 23	Denver Broncos – 14	W
10/02/2005	Denver Broncos – 20	Jacksonville Jaguars – 7	L
09/19/2004	Denver Broncos – 6	Jacksonville Jaguars – 7	W
12/13/1999	Denver Broncos – 24	Jacksonville Jaguars – 27	W
10/25/1998	Jacksonville Jaguars – 24	Denver Broncos – 37	L
12/27/1997	Jacksonville Jaguars – 17	Denver Broncos 42	L
01/04/1997	Jacksonville Jaguars – 30	Denver Broncos – 27	W
12/03/1995	Jacksonville Jaguars – 23	Denver Broncos – 31	L

The Good

AFC Divisional Playoff at Mile High Stadium on January 4, 1997
Final score: Jaguars 30 – Broncos 27
Attendance: 75,678

After falling to the Broncos 23-31 during the franchise’s inaugural season, the Jaguars came back from Mile High Stadium with a playoff win. Natrone Means, Keenan McCardell, and Jimmy Smith scored touchdowns. Mark Brunell completed 18 out of 29 attempted passes for 245 yards and was sacked twice for a loss of five yards. Natrone Means led the team with 140 rushing yards, and Jimmy Smith led with 71 receiving yards. Mike Hollis made the three attempted field goals. Eddie Robinson registered a sack. The Jaguars recorded 22 first downs, 443 total net yards, and a 32:24 time of possession, compared to the Broncos’ 21 first downs, 351 total net yards, and 27:36 time of possession.

The Bad

Week 8 at Mile High Stadium on October 25, 1998
Final score: Jaguars 24 – Broncos 37
Attendance: 75,217

Fred Taylor, Damon Jones, and Pete Mitchell scored touchdowns. Mark Brunell completed 28 out of 46 attempted passes for 353 yards and was sacked seven times for a loss of 71 yards. Fred Taylor led the team with 27 rushing yards, and Jimmy Smith led with 121 receiving yards. Mike Hollis made one of the two attempted field goals. While both teams recorded 24 first downs, Jacksonville had 348 total net yards and a 26:13 time of possession, compared to Denver’s 465 total net yards and 33:47 time of possession.

The Ugly

AFC Wild Card Game at Mile High Stadium on December 27, 1997
Final score: Jaguars 17 – Broncos 42
Attendance: 74,481

Natrone Means and Travis Davis scored touchdowns. Mark Brunell completed 18 out of 32 attempted passes for 203 yards and was sacked three times for a loss of 16 yards. Means led the team with 40 rushing yards, and Keenan McCardell and Jimmy Smith led with 55 receiving yards. Mike Hollis made the attempted field goal. Clyde Simmons and Chris Hudson registered three sacks on John Elway for a loss of 22 yards. The Jaguars recorded 14 first downs, 237 total net yards, and a 19:01 time of possession, compared to the Broncos’ 28 first downs, 511 total net yards, and 40:59 time of possession.

Players who have played for JAX and DEN

Player	Pos	Years in JAX	Years in DEN
Allen, Brandon	QB	2016	2019
Allen, Dakota	LB	2019-2021	2022
Beadles, Zane	OG	2014-2015	2010-2013
Beuerlein, Steve	QB	1995	2001-2003
Bouye, A.J.	DB	2017-2019	2020
Brown, John	WR	2021	2021
Calitro, Austin	LB	2019	2020
Carrington, Darren	DB	1995	1989
Charles, Jamaal	RB	2018	2017
Coleman, Marco	DE	2002	2004-2005
Cosby, Quan	WR	2012	2011
Darby, Ronald	DB	2024	2021-2022
Dorsett, Phillip	WR	2021	2023
Engram, Evan	TE	2022-2024	2025
Forsett, Justin	RB	2013	2016
Gotsis, Adam	DE	2020-2023	2016-2019
Harvey, Derrick	DE	2008-2010	2011
Hauschka, Stephen	K	2020	2010
Hayward, Reggie	DE	2005-2009	2001-2004
Iwuh, Brian	LB	2006-2009	2011
Jackson, Chevis	DB	2010	2010
Jackson, Malik	DT	2016-2018	2012-2015
Jernigan, Timmy	DT	2020	2020
Knighton, Terrance	DT	2009-2012	2013-2014
Lewis, Marcedes	TE	2006-2017	2025
Lindsey, Steve	K	1999-2000	2000
Lowry, Calvin	DB	2008	2008
Manhertz, Chris	TE	2021-2022	2023
Marshall, Brandon	LB	2012	2013-2018
McBath, Darcel	DB	2011	2009-2010
McCray, Lerentee	LB	2017-2021	2013-2015
McCree, Marlon	DB	2001-2003	2008
McManus, Brandon	K	2023	2014-2022
Mincey, Jeremy	DE	2007-2013	2013
Ozigbo, Devine	RB	2019-2021	2022
Patrick, Tim	WR	2025	2018-2021
Reynolds, Josh	WR	2024	2024
Richie, David	DT	2000	1997
Salaam, Ephraim	OT	2004-2005	2002-2003
Saubert, Eric	TE	2020	2021-2022
Taylor, Herbert	OT	2012	2009
Thomas, Julius	TE	2015-2016	2011-2014
Tillman, Cedric	WR	1995	1992-1994
Vallos, Steve	C	2012	2013
Watson, Dekoda	LB	2014	2016
Widell, Dave	C	1995-1997	1990-1994
Winborn, Jamie	LB	2005	2007-2008

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