In this article, we will formulate a Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars Prediction for this NFL Week 8 game on Sunday, November 3rd, at Lincoln Financial Field.
Jaguars Losing Games and Players
The Jaguars come into this game with a 2-6 record overall, and they are coming off another disappointing loss in the last game. The Jaguars faced off against the Green Bay Packers, and it looked for a while like they might come away with a victory, but they ended up losing 30-27. Trevor Lawrence completed 21 of his 32 passes for 308 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. The Jaguars are dealing with all kinds of key injuries heading into this game. Travis Etienne Jr is dealing with a hamstring injury. Brian Thomas Jr is also dealing with a rib injury and is day to day. With Christian Kirk already out for the season, if he can’t go, it’s a big loss.
The Jaguars are averaging 21.8 points, while their defense is giving up 28 points per game. The offense is ranked 21st in the league, while the defense is ranked 29th. If they fall behind early in this game, it’s going to be a long game.
Eagles Have Figured It Out
The Eagles have figured it out, and they come into this game with a 5-2 record overall. In the last game against Cincinnati Bengals, the Eagles scored 37 points, and they ended up winning by 20 points. Jalen Hurts completed 16 of his 20 passes for 236 yards and a touchdown. Saquon Barkley finished with 22 carries for 108 yards. DeVonta Smith finished with six carries for 85 yards and a touchdown.
The Eagles are averaging 24.4 points per game, while their defense is giving up 18.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 10th in the league, while the defense is ranked 7th. Tight end Dallas Goedert is dealing with a hamstring injury and is questionable for this game.
Why the Eagles Will Beat the Jaguars
- The favorites have won each of the Eagles’ last 10 Week 9 games.
- The Jaguars have lost each of their last seven Week 9 road games.
- The Jaguars have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as road underdogs following a home loss.
- The Eagles have covered the spread in each of their last four games in November.
- The favorites have won the first half in five of the Jaguars’ last six games.
- The Eagles have won the first quarter in three of their last four games at Lincoln Financial Field following a win.
Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars Prediction
The Eagles dominated the Bengals in the last game, and it’s going to be much of the same. The Jaguars defense is giving up 28 points per game, and they are going to really struggle. Jalen Hurts is going to have another strong game through the air, and Barkley is going to be running wild. This game is going to get out of control early, and the Eagles are going to cruise. Don’t be shocked if he Eagles win this game by at least 21 points. Back the Eagles against the spread.