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Jaguars Take Sole AFC South Lead at 9-4, Embrace Perceived Disrespect

A reported Achilles tear for Colts quarterback Daniel Jones shifts the AFC South race.

Overview

  • Jacksonville beat Indianapolis 36-19 for a fourth straight win to move into sole possession of first place in the AFC South.
  • Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne Jr. said the team is overlooked and will use that perception as motivation.
  • Head coach Liam Coen welcomed the underdog label, saying he does not expect outside respect and prefers the current mindset.
  • A subsequent report said Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending torn Achilles, and rookie Riley Leonard finished the game and is on track to start for the Colts until further notice.
  • Since a Week 10 loss at Houston, the Jaguars have beaten the Chargers, Cardinals in overtime, Titans and Colts, and ESPN’s FPI now gives them a 56.1% chance to win the division with the Jets up next on Dec. 14 and a Week 17 visit to Indianapolis ahead.