The Jacksonville Jaguars are heading into halftime up 14-3, and this lead feels different, folks. Why? Because rookie Travis Hunter just pulled off his very first NFL interception, making a huge play with just over a minute to play in the second quarter.
Hunter’s Big Moment Stops the Bleeding
Hunter’s pick came when he leaped to snag a Drake Maye pass, snatching it right from wide receiver Efton Chism in the end zone. That play was crucial, especially with the Jaguars still stinging from blowing a halftime lead against Denver last week. This Sunday, at home, they get another shot, and Hunter’s interception definitely put them on the right path. After the pick, a couple of Patriots penalties and two Trevor Lawrence completions even got the Jags near midfield. They went for a monster 70-yard field goal with Cam Little, but it just drifted wide right, keeping the score 14-3.
Maye’s Struggles Continue for Patriots
This game has been tough for Drake Maye. Hunter’s interception wasn’t his only mistake. Maye turned over the ball twice in Sunday’s game, having also lost the ball while trying to pass back in the first quarter. This rookie season isn’t going smoothly; he now has five interceptions in just the first 10 quarters of the season. Last year, he threw eight interceptions in the entire regular season, so this early trend is something to keep an eye on. Meanwhile, that first Patriots turnover actually led directly to Jacksonville’s first touchdown, and Trevor Lawrence has already tossed two touchdown passes today. Lawrence is currently 13-of-19 for 111 yards, and Bhayshul Tuten is racking up yardage on the ground with 48 rushing yards.
So, the Jaguars are sitting pretty with that 14-3 lead, riding high on Hunter’s electrifying first career interception and Maye’s struggles. They’ve got a shot to actually finish this one out at home, unlike last week. Can they close it down? This second half is going to tell us everything.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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