The Jacksonville Jaguars have missed a crucial opportunity to secure the AFC South division title during Week 17. This decision was influenced by results from their game against the Indianapolis Colts and another matchup involving the Houston Texans.
AFC South Division Title Implications
The Jaguars needed to win against the Colts to clinch the division title this week. Additionally, a loss by the Houston Texans to the Los Angeles Chargers was essential.
Week 17 Summary
- The Jaguars faced the Colts with the chance to seal the division.
- The Texans played the Chargers and won with a score of 20-16.
- As a result, the Texans improved their record to 11-5.
- The Jaguars now share the same win total as Houston.
The Jaguars must now secure a victory over the Colts in their upcoming game to preserve their one-game lead in the division standings. If they lose, the Texans and Jaguars will enter Week 18 with identical records.
Playoff Aspirations
Beyond vying for the division title, the Jaguars are still in contention for the AFC’s top playoff seed. Three specific outcomes must occur over the final two weeks of the regular season for Jacksonville to claim that spot.
Looking Ahead
The anticipation for the rematch between the Jaguars and the Colts is building. Most NFL experts currently favor the Jaguars to secure a victory in this critical matchup.
As the season progresses, the Jaguars will focus on both their playoff aspirations and the quest to solidify their position in the division.
