Overview
- Head coach Shane Steichen said Rivers will start against Jacksonville regardless of elimination scenarios, with Riley Leonard as the backup and Anthony Richardson still on injured reserve due to vision issues.
- The Colts (8-7) could be knocked out of the AFC race if Houston beats the Chargers on Saturday; Indianapolis would otherwise need to win out and get help.
- Jacksonville enters 11-4 after a 34-20 road win over Denver, with Trevor Lawrence on a strong run that has fueled the Jaguars’ surge.
- BetMGM listed Jacksonville around -6.5 with a -325 moneyline, and multiple models give the Jaguars the higher win probability, including ESPN’s roughly 59% outlook.
- Kickoff is Sunday, Dec. 28 at 1:00 p.m. ET at Lucas Oil Stadium, with TV coverage on FOX.