Jacksonville Jaguars at Tennessee Titans: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 18 game
After a recent rough stretch, the Jacksonville Jaguars (9-7) have a chance to win the AFC South for the second straight season when they face the Tennessee Titans (5-11) in the regular season finale.
The four-game losing skid for the Jaguars was snapped convincingly last week, shutting out the lowly Carolina Panthers all while Trevor Lawrence missed his first NFL game. With their franchise quarterback possibly coming back, Jacksonville has to feel some optimism about being able to secure a division title.
Tennessee's struggles continued last week with an 11th loss this season, the most for the franchise since 2015. Will Levis seems to have a promising future, but could this be the last time we see Derrick Henry in a Titans uniform?
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Titans vs. Jaguars odds, moneyline, over/under
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Spread: Jaguars (-4)
Moneyline: Jaguars (-200); Titans (+165)
Over/under: 41
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NFL Week 18 odds, predictions and picks
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Lorenzo Reyes: Jaguars 30, Titans 20
This is a big game for Jacksonville: essentially, they beat the Titans and they win the AFC South. Will Levis may not play and Tennessee’s offense has been woefully unproductive with Ryan Tannehill under center. The Jags should win comfortably.
Tyler Dragon: Jaguars 27, Titans 17
The Jaguars snapped a four-game losing streak in Week 17. A win clinches the Jags the AFC South title. Could be an unceremonious end in Tennessee for Derrick Henry and Ryan Tannehill in what’s been a lost season for the Titans.
Safid Deen: Jaguars 24, Titans 17
Trevor Lawrence returns from a one-game absence and leads the Jaguars back into the playoffs for the second straight season. It’s been a grind for Jacksonville, losing four straight games down the stretch before beating Carolina last week. The Jaguars won’t have it easy against the Titans but should prevail.
Victoria Hernandez: Titans 24, Jaguars 23
I’m mostly making this pick because I want chaos. The Titans have nothing to lose while the Jaguars will be clawing for a playoff spot and the AFC South crown. Even if Trevor Lawrence returns, he will be banged up and Jacksonville has simply been inconsistent.
Jordan Mendoza: Jaguars 23, Titans 13
What a relief it was for Jacksonville to get back in the win column after having a near disaster of a late season. Tennessee doesn't have much going for them since beating the Dolphins, so this one results in the Jaguars clinching the division.
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