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Jaguars vs. Bills: Week 3 Picks, Predictions, and Prop Bets
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The first Monday Night Football doubleheader of the year is set for Week 3. The Jacksonville Jaguars (0-2) travel to upstate New York to play the Buffalo Bills (2-0). Below are Sportscasting.com’s picks, predictions, and prop bets for the Jaguars vs. Bills.
Jaguars vs. Bills Picks and Predictions
| Game | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | +4.5 (-105) | +194 | O 45.5 (-115) |
| Buffalo Bills | -4.5 (-115) | -235 | U 45.5 (-105) |
Odds via Fanduel on 9/19/2024. Subject to change.
On November 23, 2023, the Jaguars defeated the Houston Texans to move to 8-3. Since that game, the Jaguars are 1-7.
Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has lost seven consecutive starts dating back to last season. Something’s gotta give, right?
To quote Lawrence after Week 2’s loss to the Browns, the Jaguars “suck right now.” Since Travis Etienne Jr.’s devastating fumble in the third quarter of Week 1’s loss to the Dolphins, Jacksonville has scored 13 points.
Lawrence looks lost at quarterback. The former No. 1 pick has a 51.0 completion percentage and 56.6 QBR. Those shouldn’t be the numbers of a quarterback who recently signed a five-year, $275 million contract.
While Lawrence struggles, Josh Allen thrives. The Bills quarterback has looked like an MVP candidate through two games—31 of 42 for 371 yards, three touchdowns, zero interceptions, and two rushing touchdowns.
The offense has been humming, scoring 30-plus points in both games. Buffalo’s defense continues to overcome injuries, but Von Miller has been a bright spot and a source of production on the defensive line.
The Bills hold a significant rest advantage, having last played on Thursday, September 12. While the game will likely be low-scoring in the first half, Allen and the Bills offense are too talented to stop, especially at home.
Pick: Bills -4.5
Jaguars vs. Bills: Prop Bet
He stays cookin'!
James Cook is the AFC Offensive Player of the Week: https://t.co/QAPQjVQscM pic.twitter.com/P7BDn7m2SO
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) September 18, 2024
Under offensive coordinator Joe Brady, the Bills have emphasized reducing Allen’s workload, especially in the running games.
Enter James Cook, who exploded for 95 total yards and three touchdowns in Week 2’s win.
The Jaguars have allowed rushing touchdowns in three straight games dating back to last season.
Look for Buffalo to feed Cook early and often, which should result in the running back finding the end zone.
Prop Bet: James Cook Anytime Touchdown +130
