The Los Angeles Chargers are set to continue their 2025 NFL regular season with a pivotal matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, November 16, at 10:00 AM PT. As the Chargers gear up for this Week 11 clash, here are five essential details about their upcoming opponent.
The Jaguars currently hold second place in the AFC South with a record of 5-4. In their previous game in Week 10, Jacksonville squandered a significant 19-point lead in the fourth quarter, ultimately losing to the Houston Texans with a final score of 36-29.
Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars” quarterback, has not shown the anticipated growth under new head coach Liam Coen. Over the course of nine games, he has amassed 1,998 passing yards, thrown 10 touchdowns, and committed 7 interceptions, while achieving a completion rate of 59.5%. The offensive line has faced challenges in providing adequate protection, resulting in Lawrence being sacked 26 times, which ranks fifth in the league.
Adding to the team”s struggles, Travis Hunter, the Jaguars” first-round draft choice who played both wide receiver and cornerback, has been ruled out for the remainder of the season following knee surgery for an LCL repair. Before his injury, Hunter made 28 receptions for 298 yards and a touchdown, along with contributing 15 tackles and defending three passes.
In light of injuries to other receivers, Parker Washington has emerged as the Jaguars” primary receiving threat. He has recorded 28 receptions for 320 yards and two touchdowns. Washington is not only a dependable target for Lawrence but also excels as a punt returner, recently scoring a 73-yard touchdown on a punt return against Houston in Week 10, bringing his total for the season to two.
Defensively, the Jaguars have shown inconsistency. They started strong with a notable number of takeaways, totaling 17, which ranks second in the league. However, their performance has declined recently, particularly against the pass. While the run defense remains robust, allowing an average of 86.9 yards per game (third in the league), their pass defense has struggled, giving up 249.3 yards per game and recording only 13 sacks.
This information sets the stage for an intense encounter as the Chargers prepare to face off against a Jaguars team looking to rebound after a tough loss.
