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11-4-0
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28DEC25
01:00pm
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8-6-0
Lucas Oil Stadium

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The stakes don’t get much higher in Week 17. The Jacksonville Jaguars visit the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday with the AFC South and playoff spots on the line. A Jaguars win puts them one step closer to locking up the division, and keeps their hopes for the AFC’s top seed alive. For the Colts, it’s simple: win, or likely watch the postseason from home.

Jacksonville enters as a 6.5-point favorite, and for good reason. They’re scoring over 27 points per game, the best in franchise history, and have been rolling through weaker opponents. With Trevor Lawrence playing at an MVP level and multiple threats at wide receiver and running back, this offense is tough to slow down.

Indianapolis will need to find answers on both sides of the ball. Star DT DeForest Buckner is questionable, and without him, stopping Travis Etienne and the Jags’ balanced attack becomes much harder. On offense, veteran Philip Rivers leads a Colts team that must rely on quick passes and big plays to keep pace.

This divisional rematch is more than just a rivalry, it’s a de facto playoff game. Expect urgency, scripted plays early, and plenty of action on both sides of the ball.

Current Season Form

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IND

Away
Record:11-4-0
ATS:10-5-0
O/U:9-6-0
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JAX

Home
Record:8-6-0
ATS:8-6-0
O/U:7-7-0

Head-to-Head Summary

Record:
4-1Winner logo
ATS:4-1-0
O/U:5-0-0

Past Results

DateOpponentResultATSO/U
2025-12-14@ SEAL 16-18L 13.5u41.5
2025-12-07@ JAXL 19-36L -2.5o44.5
2025-11-30vs HOUL 16-20L 3.0u44.5
2025-11-23@ KCL 20-23L 3.5u50.5
2025-11-09vs ATLW 31-25W +6.5o48.5
2025-11-02@ PITL 20-27L -3.5u51.5
2025-10-26vs TENW 38-14W +15.5o47.5
2025-10-19@ LACW 38-24W +2.5o48.5
2025-10-12vs ARIW 31-27W +8.5o46.5
2025-10-05vs LVW 40-6W +7.0u46.5

Key Insights

  • Jacksonville has the NFL’s top-ranked run defense, allowing just 2.8% explosive runs, bad news for a Colts team that leans on Jonathan Taylor.
  • The Jaguars defense also leads the league in goal-line stuff rate (70.6%), making red-zone trips a challenge for Indianapolis.
  • Trevor Lawrence pilots a high-efficiency offense with multiple receiving threats, supported by a creative scheme from OC Liam Coen.
  • The Colts’ defense has struggled against the pass, ranking in the bottom 25% in explosive pass plays allowed.
  • Indianapolis protects the QB well (top 20% in sack rate allowed), but will be without LT Braden Smith and possibly C Tanor Bortolini, key pieces vs. Jacksonville’s front.
  • Jacksonville’s secondary could be weakened if Greg Newsome II and Montaric Brown (both Questionable) don’t suit up.

Betting Insights

The Jaguars are -6.5 favorites (-118), s
The Jaguars are -6.5 favorites (-118), signaling market confidence in their edge on both sides of the ball.
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The total is set at 48.5 points (Over -1
The total is set at 48.5 points (Over -115 / Under -118), reflecting two capable offenses but also defensive strengths.
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Jonathan Taylor’s rushing line is 75.5 y
Jonathan Taylor’s rushing line is 75.5 yards (Under -122), a tough mark to hit against the NFL’s best run defense.
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Trevor Lawrence’s passing prop is 236.5
Trevor Lawrence’s passing prop is 236.5 yards (Over -120), with the Colts allowing a high rate of explosive plays through the air.
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Michael Pittman Jr. has a receiving line
Michael Pittman Jr. has a receiving line of 50.5 yards (Over -118), and could benefit from injuries in the Jaguars’ secondary.
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Alec Pierce is +220 to score a touchdown
Alec Pierce is +220 to score a touchdown, offering value as a deep or red zone option in a pass-heavy game script.
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Final Summary

This game carries playoff weight for both teams, but Jacksonville enters with more firepower and better health. Their defensive front is elite against the run, and their offense has been setting franchise records. If they can protect Trevor Lawrence and control the tempo, they’ll be in strong position to cover the spread.

The Colts will need a clean game from Philip Rivers and a few explosive plays to stay within reach. Injuries along the offensive line and on defense could limit their upside. Still, home-field urgency and divisional familiarity give them a puncher’s chance.

The betting lines reflect Jacksonville’s edge, but also suggest a high-scoring game is possible if both offenses execute. Monitor injury reports, especially for Buckner and the Jaguars’ corners, as they could swing how this one plays out.

In all, the Jaguars look like the more complete team. But with the Colts’ season on the line, expect a full-effort performance in what could be a tight divisional battle.

Statistical Battle Boards

Viewing: JAX Offense vs IND Defense
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StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Total Points267#13229#24JAX advantage
Total Points Per Game24.3#1220.8#9IND advantage
Total Touchdowns30#1425#10IND advantage
Passing Touchdowns14#2516#11IND advantage
Rushing Touchdowns14#69#13JAX advantage
Other Touchdowns2#80#2IND advantage
Total Kicking Points81#1573#23JAX advantage
Total Two Point Conversions0#313#2IND advantage
Kick Extra Points27#1222#21JAX advantage
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Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Net Passing Yards2231#212699#7IND advantage
Net Passing Yards Per Game203#21245#5IND advantage
Passer Rating79.4#2985.9#25IND advantage
Passing Attempts368#16422#29JAX advantage
Completions220#23270#4IND advantage
Completion Percentage59.8#2964#12IND advantage
Passing 1st downs116#22142#29JAX advantage
Passing 1st Down %51.1#2758.2#25IND advantage
Longest Pass46#3188#1IND advantage
Passing Fumbles Lost2#223#11IND advantage
Receiving Targets360#13404#4IND advantage
Receptions220#23270#29JAX advantage
Receiving Yards After Catch1039#251377#27JAX advantage
YAC Average4.7#255.1#15IND advantage
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Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Rushing Yards1409#101071#7IND advantage
Rushing Yards Per Game128#897.4#26JAX advantage
Rushing Attempts323#8268#8🏈
Yards Per Rush Attempt4.4#154#24JAX advantage
Rushing 1st downs87#575#14JAX advantage
20+ Yard Rushing Plays6#184#25JAX advantage
Long Rushing71#441#24JAX advantage
Rushing Fumbles6#184#25JAX advantage
Rushing Fumbles Lost1#232#7IND advantage

Game Preview of Jacksonville Jaguars @ Indianapolis Colts. Week 17 of 2025 NFL Season

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