Week 5 sees the winless Jacksonville Jaguars hosting the Indianapolis Colts, with the game played at EverBank Stadium, but there is some tension among fans, which fans did not expect. This Sunday will be an interesting game for sports lovers and bettors. This game is among the most premium matchup tips of the week and will be shown live on CBS. A struggling Colts team is looking for their rhythm, facing a dangerously desperate Jaguars side and seeking their first win.
Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars 10/6/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET |
| Where: | EverBank Stadium |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Indianapolis Colts (2-2) vs. Jacksonville Jaguars (0-4)
The Indianapolis Colts have had a see-saw kind of a season so far with their victories being exhilarating, and their losses heartbreaking. Jonathan Taylor’s spectacular running and Alec Pierce’s astounding receiving have been essential to their game. Stability was provided by Taylor, who amasses explosive rushing legs totaling 349 yards over four games along with four touchdowns. It would fight hard to win with its 234 yards receiving, and somewhere in there would need significant individual ingenuity. Their last game against Pittsburgh showcased their grit, pulling off a close 27-24 win.
Conversely, the Jacksonville Jaguars are desperate to find their rhythm after a winless start to the season. Despite solid performances from Travis Etienne Jr. and Brian Thomas Jr., the Jaguars have failed to convert efforts into wins. Etienne’s consistent ground gains and two touchdowns reflect potential, but not enough to steer the team past opponents like Houston, who handed them a 20-24 loss in their latest game. Their struggle is evident, especially at home, failing to find that winning formula.
Deshaun Watson, QB vs. Trevor Lawrence, QB
Deshaun Watson has captured the position of leading the team, including his impressive 105.9 passer rating in his games. He is, however, one who does not take any unnecessary risks and holds the ball for a 61.5% completion percentage with 0 interceptions. In addition, his performance against the most demanding defense has proven to be quite stable, so he is a great asset to Indiana this season.
On the other hand, Trevor Lawrence has a rough season with the Jaguars. His figures show a 53.3% rate of completion and a 78.9 passer rating, where he is far better at executing plays under extreme pressure, only that he already has 12 sacks in his tally. There should be more attempted and successful long air throws in the games since Lawrence has generally been decent at passing, underscored by his 66 yards.
NFL Odds/Point Spread: Indianapolis Colts +1.5 (-120), Total Odds: 47.5
Considering the current betting landscape, the Jaguars are surprisingly favored at home despite their dismal record, largely due to their historical dominance over the Colts at EverBank Stadium. The total going over 47.5 reflects expectations for a high-scoring game, possibly driven by both teams’ offensive plays and recent defensive vulnerabilities.
Indianapolis Colts Betting Trends
The betting trends for the Colts show some patterns that can be worrisome especially considering their recent matchups with the Jacksonville Jaguars, where they are recorded to hold a dismal 1-8 ATS. The Colts while playing on the road against the Jaguars have been unable to cover the spread and this should be a red flag to bettors even with their fairly balanced season record.
Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Trends
Like many other teams, Jacksonville’s betting trends aren’t much of a hit, as they have been 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games. The lone aspect, however, where one gets curious is their record of 8-0 ATS at home against Indianapolis. This particular trend could be why many people opt to bet on the Jaguars to take this game.
Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars 10/6/24 Betting Picks
Due to the comprehensive breakdown and different betting patterns, this matchup is quite advantageous for bets. The Colts show potential through some tough playing back, but the numbers show the Jaguars winning their match at home so it’s a close one. It is important to note the history of Jacksonville’s good ATS record at EverBank Stadium against Indianapolis that makes it possible for them to win a game despite their slow season start.
Looking at today’s NFL top picks, it would be reasonable to assume that the line for Jacksonville might be the best bet for reasons of their winning balance against the spread at home. Consider also prop bets for some of the more active athletes such as Jonathan Taylor or Alec Pierce as well as money on totals over 47.5 due to both offense strength.