The Indianapolis Colts have another opportunity to stop their losing streak in Jacksonville, which has lasted more than ten years.
The stakes are even higher this time.
Indianapolis and Jacksonville, with records of 8-4, will face each other on Sunday with the top of their section at stake.
“There will definitely be a big impact heading into the playoffs,” said Josh Hines-Allen, a Jaguars defensive end. It’s very stimulating. »
Another significant issue: the Colts will try to win at EverBank Stadium for the first time since 2014.
Indianapolis has lost its last ten away games against Jacksonville (including one in London in 2016).
Even during their worst seasons (only one victory in 2020, and two seasons of three victories), the Jaguars managed to beat the Colts in North Florida.
“Our current edition has not yet beaten the Colts at home in 2025,” said Jags quarterback Trevor Lawrence. So we have a crucial game ahead of us and we know the Colts will be ready. »
“You can’t really rely on the past. We have to win this year. »
The Jags have stringed together three victories, two of them convincing, while the Colts have lost twice in a row, but by only three and four points.
Indianapolis could consider this match crucial, given the quality of the rivals looming on the horizon: Seattle, San Francisco, Jacksonville and Houston.
The Colts ended a losing streak in the season opener: they were 0-10-1 in opening games since 2013 before beating Miami, 33-8.
“I would say it’s another challenge,” summarized Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin.
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is dealing with a left leg injury.
Since going on injured reserve before the loss to Kansas City on Nov. 23, Jones has seemed less mobile and his accuracy is significantly lower than in the first half of the season.
The defenses have noticed this and are intensifying their pressure. Still, Jones insists his leg is fine and he plans to continue playing.
“I feel good,” Jones said. I feel better and better every week and am able to do more and more. »
“I just have to take care of my injury and do everything to help the team win. »
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