NFL Week 5 was unkind to both the Colts and Jaguars fan bases as they played in snoozers of games. The Colts won in overtime against the Broncos in a 12-9 game that fans across the nation were begging to be over, while the Jaguars suffered a heartbreaking 13-6 loss at home to division rivals Houston Texans.
Both teams look ahead to this AFC South matchup, one that was played in NFL Week 2. This is the first rematch on the NFL schedule this year, and I’m sure the Colts have been waiting for this one as the Jags absolutely embarrassed the Colts 24-0.
A lot of people will take that into account when making their Jaguars vs Colts betting picks; keep reading for what else you should be taking into consideration.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts Game Info and Analysis
Matchup Info
These NFL teams are division rivals coming in as 2nd and 3rd in the AFC South. The Colts potentially have an opportunity to take the lead in the division with a win, while the Jaguars would move up to either 2nd or a tie for first. The game will be held in Indianapolis, where the Colts are 1-1 this season.
Jaguars Performance Recap and Analysis
The Jacksonville Jaguars seemingly had the Colts’ number in Week 2. Not only did they crush the Colts they went on the next week to shock the Chargers in a 38-10 win.
They then went on to play a really great first quarter against the Eagles and have basically been struggling for the next seven quarters they played, leading them up to now.
Trevor Lawrence threw for 286 yards but showed his youth by throwing a crucial interception in the endzone before losing their last game 13-6 to the Texans.
Key Injuries
The Jaguars are one of the healthiest teams in the league right now. OT Ben Bartch, LB K’Lavon Chaisson, and DT Folorunso Fatukasi are the only recent NFL injuries on the team. Don’t expect it to make much of a difference, though, as the depth in Jacksonville is enough to cover where needed.
Betting Trends to Know
The Jaguars are 1-2 against the Spread on the road and 17-26 all-time against the Colts.
Colts Performance Recap and Analysis
The last time the two teams met up, it was a one-sided affair. But since then, the Colts have started to figure out how to start stringing better performances together.
Their first win over the Chiefs shocked the football world, and though less excitement was around the win over the Broncos, it’s still an impressive feat. A win at home for the Colts could really help them in their division.
When you look at the Colts standings, they sit in 2nd, and with a tie against Houston, they could take first place with a Tennessee loss and a Colts victory setting them up perfectly as the season starts to really heat up.
Key Injuries
Indy is a little banged up, with the emphasis being on their Running Backs room. Jonathan Taylor didn’t play against Denver Broncos, and it’s still unknown what his status will be for Sunday.
Even if he plays, expect him to be on a pitch count to try and not reaggravate his ankle. With Nyheim Hines going out at the start of the game against Denver, the Colts will once again need to hope their depth at Running Back can bail them out.
Other notable injuries include Shaquille Leonard and Julian Blackmon on the defensive side of the ball. Both are significant losses for the Indianapolis Colts; however, their defense was stellar last week, and I don’t expect that to change. Just keep those in mind if you are looking to include passing yard props with your Jaguars vs Colts betting picks.
Betting Trends to Know
The Colts are 1-1 against the Spread at home this season and 2-3 in general against the Spread.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts Odds
Currently, the Jacksonville Jaguars are +2 underdogs coming into this week. The Jaguars betting odds on the money line are +115. The Colts’ money line is currently set at -135. The over/under is set at 42.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts Betting Picks
Moneyline (Colts -135)
Time to start making some NFL picks Week 6. Starting with the Colts’ money line. Listen, I think this is a completely different team than when they first played.
It’s crazy what a few weeks can do for you, but the Colts are competitive and showing signs of life. Their wins are hard-fought, and I believe that they will be more than motivated to prove that the first game was a fluke.
Over/Under (Under 42)
Listen, when it comes to jaguars vs colts betting picks, this is my favorite. Last week neither team was scoring, and their defenses were holding up. So much so, in fact, that both games’ point totals combined equal 40, which is under the point total set for this single game.
Listen, if these two can hit the under in 120 minutes of football last week, I’m willing to wager that they will hit the under this week in 60.
Spread (Colts -2)
Simply put, I don’t think that people are respecting the Colts enough right now. Their win over the Kansas City Chiefs was no fluke, and though the Broncos aren’t the best, they have a good defense that the Colts were still able to beat.
The Colts will score more than they did last week. Jaguars won’t be able to keep up. I like the Colts to win by at least a field goal.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts Score Prediction
NFL Pick: Colts 20 – Jaguars 17
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