Jacksonville Jaguars exit 2026 postseason after simulation defeat

An ESPN simulation of the 2026 NFL season projects the Jacksonville Jaguars to secure their second consecutive AFC South title. The team reportedly earns a 10-7 regular-season record and enters the postseason as the No. 3 seed. Despite high expectations for quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the roster, the simulation shows the Jaguars failing to advance past the AFC wildcard round. Indianapolis defeats Jacksonville 18-12 in the playoff matchup, marking a premature end to the team's postseason run. The simulation notes that the Colts successfully neutralized the Jaguars' offensive unit throughout the game. If this outcome occurred in reality, it would still represent the first time the franchise has made back-to-back playoff appearances since 1999.

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