Bob Balfe:
NFL
1:00 PM EST
Jaguars -3.5 over Colts
Colts QB Anthony Richardson will not play, nor will running back Jonathan Taylor. Indianapolis will not be at full strength on the offensive line and will need help to stay balanced. The Jaguars are at a desperate 0-4 in the standings. The playoffs might look out of reach, but they can’t afford a division loss. Trevor Lawrence must hand the ball off to Travis Etienne to loosen up coverages. The Jaguars’ offensive line has underwhelmed this season, but they have the talent to protect the QB. Houston is without Kwity Paye, which will hurt their chances of getting to the quarterback. Trevor Lawrence should have time to throw to any of his talented receivers. The Texans’ secondary is without Kenny Moore today and will be without JuJu Brents for most of the year. Houston is missing many cornerbacks and could be in for a long day. Take the Jaguars