Everyone here in Jacksonville knows the importance of today’s match-up against the New England Patriots. Coming off a devastating loss in the AFC Championship, the Jacksonville Jaguars are looking to make a statement against the Patriots—that they belong in the conversation of being the NFL’s best team. Undoubtedly, the players and local media know this already. Many in the Patriots and national media have their doubts the Jaguars can win.
No matter what anyone in the Jaguars locker room tells you, this isn’t just another game. The Jaguars are absolutely looking to avenge their AFC Championship loss.