Scheduled Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
Venue: EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL
Broadcast: Fox Network
Point Spread: Jaguars (+3.5)
Total Points Over/Under: 40.5
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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The Jacksonville Jaguars (3-10) are set to face off against the New York Jets (3-10) at EverBank Stadium this Sunday. The Jets are initially favored by 3.5 points according to Bovada betting lines, with the game total set at 40.5.
Entering this matchup, the New York Jets have a record of 3-10 in the current season. In their most recent outing, they faced the Miami Dolphins, suffering a close defeat with a score of 32-26. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers had a solid performance, completing 27 of 39 passes for 339 yards and 1 touchdown, resulting in a quarterback rating of 104.5 while avoiding interceptions. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson was particularly effective, averaging 16.3 yards per reception with a total of 114 yards on 7 catches. On the ground, Braelon Allen led the rushers, carrying the ball 11 times for 43 yards (an average of 3.9 yards per carry). The Jets executed a total of 60 offensive plays, accumulating 402 total yards. On the rushing front, they attempted 21 runs for 83 yards, averaging 4.0 yards each, while allowing the Dolphins 44 rushing yards on 19 attempts (2.3 yards per carry). In terms of pass defense, New York allowed 33 completions out of 47 attempts, yielding 331 passing yards for a completion percentage of 70.2%.
For the season, the Jets have accumulated 3,898 total yards. They have achieved 154 first downs and have incurred 99 penalties for a total of 855 yards. In terms of scoring, New York has recorded 21 touchdowns through the air and 7 on the ground. The team has turned the ball over 13 times this season, consisting of 8 interceptions and 5 fumbles. On average, the Jets are gaining only 87.0 rushing yards per game, ranking them 31st in the NFL. For scoring, they average 19.3 points per game.
Defensively, the Jets rank 19th in the NFL, allowing 23.1 points per game. They permit an average of 4.0 rushing yards per attempt, giving up a total of 119.9 rushing yards per game throughout the season. Over 13 games, they have surrendered 1,559 rushing yards. In passing defense, the Jets have allowed 2,430 passing yards, ranking them 4th in the league, with 186.9 yards per game conceded and a completion percentage allowed of 62.0%. Overall, their defense gives up an average of 306.8 yards per game, good for 4th in the NFL. They have allowed 11 passing touchdowns and 18 rushing touchdowns.
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The Jaguars come into this game with a record of 3-10 as well. In their latest game, they managed to secure a narrow victory, defeating the Tennessee Titans 10-6. Quarterback Mac Jones logged 220 passing yards, completing 23 of 31 attempts with a quarterback rating of 66.6, and threw 2 interceptions, averaging 7.1 yards per throw. Wideout Brian Thomas was the standout receiver, catching 8 passes for 86 yards (10.8 yards per reception). Running back Tank Bigsby contributed with 18 carries for 55 yards, averaging 3.1 yards per attempt. The Jaguars managed a total of 291 yards from 57 offensive plays (averaging 5.1 yards per play). On the ground, they averaged 2.7 yards per rush, accumulating 71 yards on 26 attempts, while their defense allowed 126 rushing yards on 28 attempts (4.5 yards per carry). Jacksonville’s secondary gave up a completion rate of 59.4%, allowing 146 yards on 19 of 32 passing.
In terms of scoring, the Jaguars rank 26th in the league, averaging 18.3 points per game. This season, they have passed for a total of 2,577 yards while averaging 198.2 yards through the air per game, ranking them 24th. Their rushing offense averages 98.9 yards per game, totaling 1,286 yards for the season. Overall, Jacksonville averages 297.2 total yards per game, placing them at 28th in the league. With 72 penalties resulting in 514 yards lost, they find themselves at 31st in terms of contributing penalties to their opponents.
On the defensive side, the Jaguars allow 26.5 points per game, ranking 28th overall. They have given up 24 passing touchdowns along with an average of 263.5 passing yards per game, ranking 31st. The Jaguars have conceded 1,724 rushing yards overall (132.6 yards per game) and 15 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Their defense has been on the field for 863 plays, placing them 30th in the league. To date, they have achieved 8 takeaways (3 fumbles and 5 interceptions).
Free Prediction: Bet on the NY Jets (-3.5)
