The Jacksonville Jaguars went into Cincinnati with a golden opportunity. Bengals superstar quarterback Joe Burrow left the game early with an injury, leaving the offense in the hands of a former undrafted backup. Jacksonville had every chance to walk out with a decisive road win. Instead, the Jaguars stumbled to another frustrating defeat, fueled once again by the consistently inconsistent play of Trevor Lawrence.
Lawrence’s stat line may look serviceable at first glance, but the story told on the field was another matter. Missed throws, poor decision-making, and costly turnovers crushed Jacksonville’s momentum. His two interceptions, including a red-zone backbreaker, defined the game. That mistake, one that has become almost routine, is starting to feel as predictable as death and taxes.