Los Angeles Chargers face Jacksonville Jaguars riding a three-game winning streak, but can Justin Herbert and company maintain momentum against a struggling opponent? Former NFL running back Kenyon Barner breaks down the critical matchup, analyzing Trevor Lawrence's fifth-year struggles, Jacksonville's 27th-ranked scoring defense, and why the Jaguars' third-ranked run defense shouldn't deter the Chargers' ground attack.The discussion covers Herbert's aggressive playing style and league-leading pressure rate, Kamani Vidal's fourth-quarter impact as a wear-and-tear back, and Jacksonville's red zone failures despite moving the ball effectively. Barner reveals his quarterback evaluation metric that prioritizes wins over statistics, while the crew debates whether the Chargers have established a true offensive identity or simply adapt to each game's demands. Key statistical comparisons highlight Jacksonville's defensive vulnerabilities and offensive inconsistencies that rank them 26th in scoring despite 14th in total yards.Discover why this Jaguars matchup could define the Chargers' playoff trajectory and whether their balanced attack can exploit Jacksonville's glaring weaknesses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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