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NFL Week 7: Jacksonville Jaguars vs New England Patriots – A Glimpse of the London Showdown

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NFL Week 7: A Cross-Atlantic Clash between Jacksonville Jaguars and New England Patriots

On October 20th, 2024, the Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5) and the New England Patriots (1-5) set the stage for another thrilling NFL Sunday at London’s Wembley Stadium. In the second consecutive London game, both teams are seeking redemption after a series of losses. The stakes are high; one team will claim victory before their journey back to the U.S. Initially, the Jaguars led -4.5, which escalated to Jaguars -6 on the morning of the game. The total remains unchanged at 41.5 points.

Key Betting Analysis: Jacksonville Jaguars vs New England Patriots

Current odds at the time of publishing indicate a Jaguars -6 spread.

Game Lines

Money line: Jaguars (-250), Patriots (+210)
Over/Under: 41.5

First-Half Spread

Jaguars -3.5 (-115), Patriots +3.5 (-105)

First-Half Moneyline

Jaguars (-220), Patriots (+170)

Patriots Total Points

17.5 (Over Even/Under -130)

Jaguars Total Points

23.5 (Over -120/Under -110)

Noteworthy Player Performances

Brian Thomas Jr. has stepped up as a leading receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars as they head into Week 7 of the NFL season.

Passing

Trevor Lawrence total passing yards: 224.5 (Over -140/Under +110)
Lawrence total passing TDs: 1.5 (Over Even/Under -130)
Drake Maye total passing yards: 199.5 (Over -130/Under Even)

Rushing

Rhamondre Stevenson rushing yards: 44.5 (Over -110/Under -120)
Maye total rushing yards: 24.5 (Over -130/Under Even)
Lawrence total rushing yards: 44.5 (Over -135/Under +105)

My Expert Pick

Despite recent losses, I believe the Patriots, led by Drake Maye, can pose a significant threat. The Jaguars’ weak defense ranking as a potential advantage for the Patriots. While the Patriots could be seen as potential outright winners, I am content to take the points, expecting Maye to perform well against the Jaguars’ defense.

My Pick: New England Patriots +6

Recent Betting Trends

Historically, the Patriots have struggled to beat the spread in their last four games, while the Jaguars have failed to cover the spread in their recent games as favorites. However, London games over the past two seasons have mostly seen unders. Both teams need to overcome their less-than-stellar against-the-spread (ATS) records to claim victory in this game.

My Pick: Under 41.5

James Thornton brings over a decade of sports journalism experience to 21Sports.com. Known for his razor-sharp analysis and passion for the game, James has covered everything from Super Bowls to the Olympics. His deep knowledge of football and ability to break down complex strategies make his articles a must-read for any sports fan. Off the field, James is an avid golfer who enjoys exploring new courses on the weekends.

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