Gameday Preview: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans
The Jacksonville Jaguars will take on the Tennessee Titans tonight in what may be the least watched NFL primetime game this season. Jacksonville is riding a two-game losing streak, while Tennessee is 3-4. Despite being one of the fiercest rivals across the league over a decade ago, the rivalry has really fizzled out due to each franchise failing to make the playoffs since 2008. Here’s a preview of tonight’s game:
What can this offense do to get back on track?
Jacob Infante: Make life easier on Blake Bortles. It’s clear that he is struggling with his decision making, so limiting the offense a bit by incorporating quicker and shorter passes should prevent killer turnovers.
The team has shown a lack of control, discipline and most importantly, productivity over the past two weeks. Is it unfair to place the blame entirely on the coaching staff?
Infante: I wouldn’t say that the staff is entirely to blame, but I do think they deserve most of it. Bad play-calling was already a major issue. However, both Jalen Ramsey and Malik Jackson (two cornerstones of the Jaguars’ defense) got ejected last week. This is obviously unacceptable if the Jags want to make the playoffs. Something has to change, and it has to change fast.
What aspect of the Titans offense should worry Jacksonville the most?
Infante: The run game, without a doubt. DeMarco Murray has been tearing defenses to shreds so far this season. His career resurrection has been one of the biggest surprises so far. Backup Derrick Henry can also be dangerous, if they choose to use him enough. In addition to these two, the Titans have a mobile quarterback in Marcus Mariota.
If Jacksonville loses again on Thursday, is there a realistic chance Gus Bradley gets fired before Week 9?
Infante: He should be, but I don’t think they’ll fire him until after the year ends. It would just be too big of an adjustment to make in the middle of the season.
Titans are currently a 3.5 point favorite. What’s your prediction for the game?
Infante: If you have DeMarco Murray in your fantasy lineup this week, tomorrow will be your lucky day. I predict that he will gain 150 yards from scrimmage and score two touchdowns. Tennessee drops the Jaguars 31-17.
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