Colts vs. Jaguars Preview and Free Picks

As the final week of the 2024/25 NFL regular season unfolds against the backdrop of the first weekend of 2025, teams across the league approach Week 18 with an intensity and determination that reverberates throughout the stadiums.

For some, it’s a desperate effort to secure a coveted spot in the postseason, while, for others, it’s a chance to cap the season on a high note before turning their attention to the upcoming campaign.

One of the games we will have this weekend will be between the Indianapolis Colts and the Jacksonville Jaguars, which will be played this Sunday.

Why bet on the Colts?

The Indianapolis Colts, who currently have a 7-9 record, are poised to conclude their fourth consecutive season without a playoff appearance.

Their playoff prospects faded after a dreadful 33-45 loss to the New York Giants in their recent outing. This unexpected defeat dealt a major blow to the Colts’ ambitions, knocking them out of contention for postseason play.

Zaire Franklin, a standout Colts linebacker and the NFL’s leader in tackles with an impressive 165 expressed disappointment in the team’s failure to secure a playoff berth. Franklin cited the calamitous loss to the Giants as a clear indicator of the team’s inability to perform at the postseason level.

The Giants, who had averaged a league-low 14.3 points per game, shockingly outperformed that average by more than three times, exposing the vulnerabilities of the Colts’ defense.

Amid this challenging period, the Colts are pinning their hopes on the possible return of quarterback Anthony Richardson, who was sidelined with severe back pain during their meeting with the Giants.

Why bet on the Jaguars?

The Jacksonville Jaguars, meanwhile, enter this final week of the regular season with a disappointing 4-12 record, where they have faced the bitter reality of being eliminated from playoff contention in what can only be described as a mediocre campaign.

Looking to make it back-to-back wins for the first time this season, the Jaguars are striving to build momentum after securing a 20-13 victory over the Tennessee Titans at home in their most recent game.

Quarterback Mac Jones, who has a 2-4 record as a starter this season, is set to take the helm once again in place of Trevor Lawrence, who is recovering from left shoulder surgery. Jones has expressed his determination to walk off the field with a win and have a positive impact on the team’s performance.

This game may mark the final appearance for Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson, whose tenure has been marked by a record of 22 wins and 28 losses with the team, including two seasons with 9-8 records each before facing a tumultuous season with 10 losses in the opening 12 games.

Final Betting Analysis: Colts vs. Jaguars

This confrontation has occurred a total of 47 times in the history of the NFL and, in this time, the Colts lead the series with 27 victories. On the other hand, the Jaguars accumulate 20 wins.

However, the Jags have won five of the last six games between them, the most recent being last October 6, 2024, with a score of 37-34.

At Gambyl Exchange, there is a Moneyline that favors the Colts at 1.44, while the Jaguars start at 2.87.

For this game, our prediction is a win for the Indianapolis Colts at the UNDER.

Look for a win for the Indianapolis Colts. For example, if you put $100 at 1.44, you’ll see a $44.00 success with a total payout of $144.00.

Colts vs. Jaguars Betting Pick: Colts

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