Jacksonville Jaguars: Keys to defeating Titans in Week 3

The Jacksonville Jaguars host their fiercest divisional rival, the Tennessee Titans, on Sunday in Week 3. Here are several keys to victory.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are the defending AFC South division champions. However, the Tennessee Titans won both games last season. There are several keys that Jacksonville needs to do to win the game.

Jacksonville must regain their focus after the emotional game last week. Defeating New England garnered the Jaguars some revenge after losing to them in the AFC Championship Game. They must redirect their angst towards the team that beat them thoroughly in Jacksonville, 37-16.

First, the Jaguars defense must stop the Titans running attack. They cannot allow Derrick Henry to gash them for huge gains. Last week, Henry had 18 carries and nine of them went behind the left guard and center.

The Jaguars front four must unleash a relentless pass rush. Jalen Ramsey and the secondary should be able to shut down the Titans receivers. Delanie Walker, the Jaguars nemesis, will not play due to being on the injured reserve list.

Offensively, Blake Bortles must keep his composure while under duress. Tennessee has a good defensive line. Remember, Bortles made very good decisions to use his feet in moving the chains. He cannot force any throws into tight windows while eluding the pass rush.

Jacksonville has to pound the ball with Leonard Fournette. They should wear out the Titans defense with their power rushing attack. Hopefully, Jacksonville will utilize a power blocking scheme to pave the way. Expect Jacksonville to try and exert their will on Tennessee.

Corey Grant is quickly emerging as the receiving back for Bortles. Having Fournette healthy again, creates havoc when they are on the field together. This makes the Jaguars rushing attack more lethal.

Jacksonville wanted to defeat New England very badly. They just might want to beat Tennessee even more. Will Jacksonville have a slow start on Sunday?

This team is on a mission to capture the Lombardi Trophy. Doug Marrone and his coaching staff will keep the team on track. Jacksonville wins this game in a tough battle.