NFL: Previewing the Eagles-Jaguars matchup

Conclusion

Both these teams are at their best when they are bullies. Unfortunately for them, they have been down a lot recently and they haven’t played with the same type of attitude and swagger we are used to seeing with them. This is a desperation game and both these squads will put it all on the line to salvage their season, so being the more confident group will go a long way in this matchup.

Another huge factor will be the turnover battle. Right now the Eagles are minus six in that give-take department and Jacksonville is just behind the 49ers at minus 12. Whoever can create a few big plays while taking care of the ball will have a leg up. While the Jaguars have won their last three games at Wembley, most recently blowing out the Ravens 44-7 last year, the Eagles seem to be at their best when nobody believes in them and some of their players probably think about bringing the dog-masks back already.

I think this should be a great game and I can’t wait for it. The winner has a chance to re-establish themselves as contenders while the other team might be removed from the playoff conversation sooner rather than later.