Jaguars Run Indianapolis Out of Duval in Dominant Win

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Bhayshul Tuten of the Jacksonville Jaguars runs with the ball during the NFL London Series match between Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium on October 18, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Jacksonville Jaguars entered their 2026 Rivalry Week wearing their sandy beach jerseys for the first time, in front of the Jacksonville home crowd. On the field, the Duval ‘House of Horrors’ continued for the Indianapolis Colts, as Indianapolis failed to make this one even remotely competitive from the opening quarter on, cementing 12 consecutive home wins over the 2-6 Colts. 11 of the 12 wins occurred in Jacksonville, with one taking place in London.Here’s everything you need to know from Jacksonville’s Week 8 42-7, 35-point domination of the Indianapolis Colts.Play(s) of the game:Nate Boerkircher’s first touchdown of his rookie season was one of beauty, with the “Consensus Board All Star” locating the ball in flight over his opposite shoulder for the touchdown, extending the lead to two scores. Trevor Lawrence finds a wide open Nate Boerkircher for his 2nd TD pass of the first half!INDvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+Stream on @NFLPluspic.twitter.com/H3ubmhXBZo— NFL (@NFL) November 1, 2026Post-game notables:Jaguars Backfield Goes WildRunning backs Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez combined for 217 total yards and three touchdowns, as Tuten made his mark in the run and passing game, going 16 carries for 104 yards and a touchdown, with an additional 55 yards and a touchdown in the air. Chris Rodriguez added another 58 total yards and a touchdown. The two backs combined for 145 rushing yards on 22 carries (6.59 per carry), with the game clearly in hand by halftime. A Clean DayFollowing back-to-back weeks with 13 penalties during weeks five and six, the Jacksonville Jaguars have seemed to correct this early-season issue, with just 6 penalties against the Houston Texans and 7 on Sunday.Travis Hunter: Punt Returner? Early in the first quarter, Jacksonville sent cornerback/receiver Travis Hunter back to return a punt for the first time in the 2026 season. While the team has toyed with this in training camp, it was somewhat shocking to see Parker Washington, a Pro Bowl-caliber punt returner, taken off the field. My question: Is this move more indicative of the value that Washington holds as a wide receiver building block for the future? Or is the move more about finding every opportunity available to get the ball into the hands of the explosive Hunter? Interestingly, the return in question was right after the opening punt return when Indianapolis downed the ball at the two-yard line. Davon Hamilton Loss Looms HugeWhile the game outcome clearly takes precedence, the wet Duval weather wasn’t the only thing to place a damper on the celebration at EverBank Stadium. The Jacksonville Jaguars dominated their AFC South rival on a rainy Sunday afternoon. However, defensive tackle Davon Hamilton being carted off the field with a first-half knee injury was the immediate focus of many following the final seconds. The league-leading defense at stopping the run losing their dominant nose tackle is certainly news. The immediate question surrounds the severity of Hamilton’s injury, with secondary questions resting on Jacksonville’s options moving forward, with the approaching November 10th trade deadline. Hamilton was carted from the field following the defense’s fumble recovery on the failed trick play.The trick play goes awry and the Jaguars get it back!INDvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+Stream on @NFLPluspic.twitter.com/AinguLvhQi— NFL (@NFL) November 1, 2026In-Game InjuriesAs a note, the following Jacksonville players left Sunday’s game due to injury: DT Davon Hamilton (knee)S Eric Murray (elbow)RG Ezra Cleveland (ankle)DE Travon Walker (ribs)In Case You Missed ItThe outcome of Sunday’s AFC South matchup seemed extremely clear by the end of the first quarter, after Jacksonville took an early 7-0 lead via a 12-yard Brian Thomas Jr. reception.Brian Thomas Jr. starts the scoring in Jacksonville!INDvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+Stream on @NFLPluspic.twitter.com/TSkI5R33VG— NFL (@NFL) November 1, 2026Before Indianapolis could blink, it seemed that the score was already out of reach, with explosive scores from Nate Boerkircher and Bhayshul Tuten. However, an Indianapolis opportunity to create a two scores matchup was quickly extinguished as Ray Lane returned the redzone interception 92 yards for a touchdown, confirming the rout. RAYUAN LANE III PICK-SIXINDvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+Stream on @NFLPluspic.twitter.com/bZN2FaLptY— NFL (@NFL) November 1, 2026Halftime Stats:Score: 28-0 JacksonvilleThird Down Defense: 16.7% Jacksonville (1/6) to 66.7% Indianapolis (4/6)Defensive Sacks: 2-2Turnovers forced: 2-1 JacksonvilleRushing yards: 118 to 42 JacksonvillePassing yards: 118 to 57 JacksonvilleRedzone: 100% (1/1) Jacksonville to 0% (0/1) Indianapolis Penalties: 8 for 49-yards for Indianapolis to 3 for 25 yards JacksonvillePoints off turnovers: QB Trevor Lawrence ended the half 7/11 for 138 yards and two touchdowns (146.8 passer rating), while RB Bhayshul Tuten had 13 carries for 94 yards and a touchdown. Following the half, Chris Rodriguez joined in on the fun with a 28 yd touchdown run to extend the third quarter lead to 35-0.Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s turn to score!INDvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+Stream on @NFLPluspic.twitter.com/1yCUmnx74m— NFL (@NFL) November 1, 2026The Jacksonville defense took advantage of the positive game script, collecting 4.5 sacks, a fumble recovery, and two interceptions (including the previously mentioned pick six). Game balls:Special Teams: Punter Logan Cooke: 6 punts, landing 50% (3) inside the 20-yard line, and a long of 55-yardsDefense: LB Foye Oluokun: 9 tackles, 5 solo, 1 sack, and 2 tackles for lossOffense: RB Bhayshul Tuten: 159 total yards, two touchdowns, and a 6.5 YPC averagePre-Game InactivesFor the Jaguars: S Antonio Johnson (ankle)WR CJ Williams (healthy scratch)CB Alijah Huzzie (healthy scratch)LB Jamal Hill (healthy scratch)DE Wesley Williams (healthy scratch)DT Albert Regis (healthy scratch)For Indianapolis:LB Bryce Boettcher (groin)WR Anthony Gould (concussion)CB Justin Walley (knee)TE Pharaoh BrownDT Kevin GivensOT Charlie HeckQB Riley LeonardLive blog:Recap each of the big plays from tonight’s game in our live blog!What are your thoughts from tonight’s game, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments!