Jaguars vs. Bears: Trevor Lawrence and Caleb Williams Duel in London - Who Will Win?

The Jacksonville Jaguars are on the eastern side of the Atlantic Ocean, beginning their two weeks of football in London with Sunday morning's game against the Chicago Bears. Kickoff is 9:30 a.m. Eastern at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The Jaguars (1-4) ended their losing streak last week, buoyed by a career high in passing yardage from Trevor Lawrence against the Indianapolis Colts. The Jaguars produced three plays of 60 or more yards (Lawrence's passes to Brian Thomas Jr. and Christian Kirk, along with a touchdown rush by Tank Bigsby) for only the second time in franchise history.

They'll take on the Bears (3-2) after Chicago's rout of the Carolina Panthers last week. Quarterback Caleb Williams, like Lawrence a former No. 1 draft pick, also has Jacksonville ties after training in the area.

The Jaguars' Offensive Struggles

The Jaguars' offense struggled in the first half, with only one first down after their opening drive. The Jaguars had to settle for a Cam Little field goal after an impressive opening drive, but the Jaguars couldn't take advantage of a promising first quarter. Tight end troubles are back for the Jacksonville defense, as Cole Kmet is open in the back of the end zone and Caleb Williams finds him for a touchdown. The Jaguars also struggled to take advantage of a turnover forced by Andre Cisco. The Bears, on the other hand, took over the second quarter with a fury of big plays, with Caleb Williams throwing two touchdowns to Cole Kmet and rushing for 56 yards, leading all rushers.

Injuries and Defense

The Jaguars are already dealing with a number of injuries. Rookie Jarrian Jones and Darnell Savage went down with concussions in the third quarter. In addition to those, Tyson Campbell is out with a hamstring injury, and Travis Etienne Jr. is dealing with a shoulder injury.

The Jaguars' defense has been a bright spot for the team, with a strong showing in the first quarter. The Jaguars have been reliable in the tackles with Ventrell Miller and Devin Lloyd making nice stops. The Jaguars' defense did a great job of stopping the Bears' rushing attack in the first quarter, holding them to just seven yards of offense. However, the Bears' defense has been a force to be reckoned with, holding quarterbacks to an NFL-low 68.2 rating. Despite a strong start, the Jaguars' defense has been plagued by missed tackles and defensive holding calls, which helped the Bears score in the second and third quarters.

The Fourth Quarter

The Jaguars need to get back to their previous winning formula in London, but the Bears proved to be too much in the fourth quarter. The Bears dominated the Jaguars in the fourth quarter, with a string of scoring drives. D'Andre Swift, Caleb Williams, and Keenan Allen all contributed to the scoring effort. The Bears' aggressive defense again took the lead with a fumble forced by T.J. Edwards. The Jaguars' hopes for a comeback were dashed as they struggled to gain ground in the fourth quarter.

The Aftermath

In the end, the Bears were able to pull away in the second half, winning 28-10. The Jaguars' loss highlighted their need to improve in all aspects of the game if they hope to be contenders in the AFC South. While Trevor Lawrence is leading the Jaguars' offensive charge, the Bears have their own star in the making with Caleb Williams, who has been turning heads with his impressive play. With a talented roster on both sides of the ball, the Bears are poised for a successful season, while the Jaguars will need to find a way to get their season back on track.

What's Next

The Jaguars and Bears now enter their bye week, which will give both teams a chance to heal, rest, and regroup. The Jaguars' next game will be against the New York Giants, while the Bears will take on the New England Patriots.

Key Takeaways

The Jaguars' game against the Bears highlighted a few key takeaways:

The Jaguars need to improve their offensive consistency. The team struggled to maintain a consistent drive in the first half, and they failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Jaguars need to find a way to find more explosive plays and sustain drives to be successful.
The Bears are a formidable team on both sides of the ball. The Bears' offense is led by Caleb Williams, a star in the making, and they have a strong running game with D'Andre Swift. The Bears' defense has been a force, limiting quarterbacks and creating turnovers.
Injuries continue to be a concern for the Jaguars. The team is already dealing with a number of injuries, and the concussions to Jarrian Jones and Darnell Savage are significant losses. The Jaguars need to stay healthy if they hope to be successful.

Overall, the Jaguars' game against the Bears was a reminder that they have a lot of work to do if they hope to compete for a playoff spot. However, with a talented roster and a young quarterback in Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars have the potential to be a force in the AFC South.

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John Shipley has been covering the Jacksonville Jaguars as a beat reporter and publisher of Jaguar Report since 2019. Previously, he covered UCF's undefeated season as a beat reporter for NSM.Today, covered high school prep sports in Central Florida, and covered local sports and news for the Palatka Daily News. Follow John Shipley on Twitter at @_john_shipley.