Jacksonville Jaguars (2-6) vs. Philadelphia Eagles (5-2)
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles November 3 2024 – As we go past the half of the NFL season, Week 9 features the most spectacled matchup between the dissatisfied Jacksonville Jaguars and the confident Eagles, who happen to play away from home at Lincoln Financial Field. The Jaguars have stayed in the hunt to save their current season; however, it is tough to get past the Eagles, who are now finding their rhythm. This week, during the CBS telecast slotted for a late Sunday afternoon, there is an interesting game to watch for fans and bettors in particular, with a focus on the dynamics of an underdog over a contender. Before that, don’t forget to follow us and check our weekly NFL free previews and the best of this game.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles November 3 2024 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 4:05 PM ET |
| Where: | Lincoln Financial Field |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Jaguars | +280 | +7 (-105) | Over 45.5 (-115) |
| Eagles | -360 | -7 (-115) | Under 45.5 (-105) |
The betting odds paint a clear picture of the Eagles’ dominance, favored heavily over the Jaguars. With a spread of -7, Philadelphia is expected not just to win, but to control the game. For bettors, the key will be determining whether the Jaguars can defy expectations and keep the game closer than the odds suggest.
Trevor Lawrence QB vs. Jalen Hurts QB
Trevor Lawrence‘s season has been fraught with struggles, as seen in his 93.9 passer rating from 1835 yards with 11 touchdown passes against four interceptions. Because of his flashes of brilliance, Lawrence had a season that was marred by great inconsistency, taking 16 sacks resulting in the loss of 126 yards. Any opportunity for a Jaguars’ upset will decisively depend upon his ability to churn through a formidable Eagles defense.
On the other hand, Jalen Hurts has had a marginally better season thus far, passing the ball for a 98.6 passer rating while throwing for 1544 yards. His completion rate of 69.1% from the seven games he has played is a commendable statistic and showcases his efficiency in the passing game and sustaining drives. Hurts’ dual-threat ability is going to be a great factor against the Jaguars’ defense, which has had their struggles against the versatile quarterbacks.
The quarterback duel is going to be exciting, with Lawrence’s younger arm and raw strength going up against a more experienced but agile Hurts. The game may come down to which quarterback best takes advantage of the opposing defense’s weaknesses, and therefore, this will be an important duel in deciding the outcome of the match.
Jacksonville’s Offensive Strategy
Tank Bigsby and Brian Thomas Jr. have certainly been highlighting the offensive end of things for the Jacksonville team. With a combined 493 rushing yards and four touchdowns, Bigsby’s numbers on the ground still provide optimism, while Thomas Jr. has made 33 of his receptions go for 573 yards and five touchdown passes, showing he also has a threat downfield. It will be the Jaguars, however, that will be looking to manage any consistency against a Philadelphia defensive unit that has been suspect in recent outings — including their home games — and hopes to utilize the players’ personal performance.
Eagles’ Offensive Dynamics
Philadelphia fights back with its own arsenal of weaponry. Saquon Barkley, who appears to be a new man in the Eagle’s colors, has so far amassed 766 rushing yards and five touchdowns, looking consistent on every rush. A.J. Brown, however, managed to score 408 receiving yards but only played in four games. His presence with the Eagles is a major boost to their arsenal on O and will bring nightmares to the Jaguars’ secondary.
Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Trends
Jacksonville’s recent betting trends don’t inspire much confidence, with a worrying 0-7 record on the road. Their struggle to cover spreads, especially against NFC teams, highlights the challenges they face adapting to different styles of play. This trend suggests a potential difficulty in covering the +7 spread against a formidable Eagles squad.
Philadelphia Eagles Betting Trends
Philadelphia’s overall betting trends are a mixed bag. Despite a poor ATS record at home (1-5), their SU record against AFC opponents shines at 5-0. Their ability to win outright against AFC South teams is particularly noteworthy and might influence bettors leaning towards a straightforward win rather than playing the spread.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles Betting Previews
Taking everything into account, it looks like the Eagles will not have much if any, trouble over the AFC South teams, particularly at their home ground. The Eagles play very well in interconference matches, and the Jaguars have had trouble winning away, which simplifies the matters for Philadelphia covering the spread. There may also be props of value out there for the bettors, around the rushing yards of Barkley or the receiving yards of Thomas Jr.
The bets that look prudent include the Eagles team covering the spread and winning the moneyline as well while caution must be placed on the over which is currently on 45.5 at the odds because Jacksonville more often than not loves to play in high-scoring affairs. As always, make sure to look at the most recent injury updates and the weather report before putting money on the best online betting platforms.
Score Prediction: Philadelphia Eagles 31, Jacksonville Jaguars 20.
