Fawaad Farooq posted: " Preview Of TNF Matchup Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars (0-3) will travel to Paul Brown Stadium to take on Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals (2-0). The matchup will feature two of the last number one overall pick in the draft. With "
Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars (0-3) will travel to Paul Brown Stadium to take on Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals (2-0).
The matchup will feature two of the last number one overall pick in the draft. With quarterback Trevor Lawrence who was number one overall in this year's draft, and Joe Burrow who was selected number one in last year's draft.
Jacksonville is desperate for a win tonight as the rookie quarterback and rookie head coach duo of Trevor Lawrence and Urban Meyer look to get their first victory of the season. After coming off a loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Lawrence had struggled mightily and threw one costly pick-six that put the game out of reach. Lawrence will look to rebound off his agonizing performance and get Jacksonville its first win since week one of last week when they had faced the Colts.
The Cincinnati Bengals are coming off a big win against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Joe Burrow played very well. Burrow has been able to establish a great connection with his former LSU teammate Ja'Marr Chase.; who has been sensational thus far this season. Having caught two touchdowns over the course of last week's game. The backfield led by Joe Mixon who is second in the league in rushing yards looks to continue his dominance on TNF. The defense forced two interceptions from Big Ben and will look to do the same tonight against the rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
The Jaguars' offense would get the ball to start the game. They were not able to get much going as their drive ended in a punt. The Bengals offense would take the field. Burrow was in sync with his receivers as Tyler Boyd and Ja'Marr Chase got it going. The drive would eventually end in a missed field goal by Evan McPherson from 43 yards out. In the following drive, Jacksonville sliced their way through the Bengals' defense. As James Robinson ran it in for a six-yard touchdown, to go up 7-0.
Into the second quarter, Jacksonville was able to extend their lead as Lawrence ran it in for a seven-yard touchdown to make it a 14-0 lead. The Bengals would go three and out on their following drive, which would give Jacksonville another chance to score just before halftime. Lawrence connected on a deep pass with Laviska Shenault for a 52-yard completion. The Jags faced a fourth down and head coach Urban Meyer decided to go for it. With a run by Lawrence on 4th and goal, which was unsuccessful. The Jags led 14-0 at halftime.
The Jags' play on offense was great through two quarters. Lawrence did very well protecting the football not turning the ball over. The running game was in full stride as James Robinson had one touchdown on the ground. Along with Lawrence adding one as well. The defense hasn't forced any turnovers, but they've made it difficult for Burrow and the Bengals' offense to get going. As they have consistently gotten pressure on Burrow which hasn't let the offense get into its rhythm. The jags needed to keep going back to the running game as it's been working very well for them so far.
The Bengals' running game was very limited. Joe Mixon rushed for just 14 yards on five carries. A strong part of the offense has been the running game and the Bengals will look to establish that better in the second half. The receivers for the Bengals have been great as Tyler Boyd and Joe Burrow have been successful in finding each other. They looked to get Ja'Marr Chase in on the action in the second half. Bengals have been dominated in time of possession as the Jacksonville offense has been on the field seven minutes more than them in the second half. They looked to get that offense going into the second half if they wanted to get back into this game.
Bengals Outscore Jags 24-7 In the Second Half
Out of halftime, the Bengals went to work as Burrow connected with Ja'Marr Chase for a gain of 44 yards. Two plays later Burrow found the tight end C.J. Uzomah for a 22-yard touchdown, which cut the lead to seven. The Jags' offense got the ball back but was not able to get anything going as they went three and out. The Bengals offense heated up as Burrow and the Bengals offense marched down the field and took a little over six minutes off the clock and ended scoring on a Joe Mixon one-yard run in a touchdown to tie up the game at 14-0.
Into the fourth quarter, Lawrence and the Jags responded with a touchdown of their own. As James Robinson scored on a four-yard rushing touchdown to go back up by seven. The Bengals were able to score another touchdown on their ensuing drive. As Burrow connected with Uzomah for a 31-yard touchdown to tie up the game with 8:59 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Jags would not be able to score on offense. Which would lead to the Bengals running out the clock. Which would bring out Evan McPherson who nailed the game-winning 35-yard field goal.
The Bengals outscored the Jags 24-7 in the second half to come away with a 24-21 victory.
Game Stats
The Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence completed 17 of his 24 passes for 204 yards and one rushing touchdown. Jags had 139 rushing yards; James Robinson led the way with 78 yards on 18 carries along with two touchdowns. Laviska Shenault had a big day as he caught six of his seven targets for 99 yards.
The Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow completed 25 of his 32 passes for 348 yards and two passing touchdowns. Joe Mixon led the rushing attack as he had 67 yards on 16 carries and one touchdown. Tyler Boyd had an astounding day as he caught nine of his 11 targets for 118 yards. C.J. Uzomah added another 95 yards along with two touchdowns. Ja'Marr Chase added another 77 yards on six receptions.
Upcoming Week 5 Matchups
The Jacksonville Jaguars (0-4) will host the Tennessee Titans (2-1) on October 10th. The kickoff will be at 1:00 PM ET.
The Cincinnati Bengals (3-1) will host the Green Bay Packers (2-1) on October 10th. The kickoff will be at 1:00 PM ET.
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