The New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars prepare to face off in a Week 3 NFL matchup at EverBank Stadium, with both franchises seeking to build on 1-1 records following contrasting performances in their opening games.
New England enters the game relying heavily on a defensive unit that ranks second in the league in expected points added per play, having allowed just 16 total points over two contests. The unit limited the Pittsburgh Steelers to three points in Week 2 after opening the season with a narrow 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Offensively, the Patriots have faced early challenges under quarterback Drake Maye, who has recorded four interceptions alongside one touchdown pass.
Meanwhile, the Jacksonville Jaguars opened the season by overwhelming the Cleveland Browns 34-10, as Trevor Lawrence completed 18 of 23 passes for 245 yards and four touchdowns. However, the offense was less productive in a subsequent 20-13 loss at Denver, where Lawrence threw for 189 yards with an interception, and the Jaguars failed to score after their opening possession of the second half.
Roster Adjustments and Health Concerns
Both teams are navigating significant health hurdles heading into the contest. New England must adapt to roster adjustments, as right guard Mike Onwenu landed on injured reserve due to a broken ankle, bringing veteran Greg Van Roten into the starting lineup. On defense, Dre’Mont Jones and Quintayvious Hutchins are ruled out, while safety Craig Woodson remains questionable.
For Jacksonville, the focus is on sustaining drives and avoiding the second-half offensive stagnation that occurred in Denver. Key player battles include a thrilling secondary matchup where New England cornerback Christian Gonzalez faces off against Jacksonville’s standout receiver Parker Washington.
Game Details and Outlook
- Matchup: New England Patriots at Jacksonville Jaguars
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 27
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
- Venue: EverBank Stadium (Jacksonville, Florida)
- TV/Stream: CBS / Paramount+
The Patriots hold a 9-3 all-time lead over the Jaguars, including playoffs, though New England has dropped its last two road games in Jacksonville. As both teams look to capture their second victory of the 2026 NFL season, disciplined defense and turnover management will likely determine who leaves Florida with the win.
