The Jaguars are gearing up for a showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday, Dec 4. This week 13 game is scheduled to start at 8:15 ET and will be broadcast on ABC. Jacksonville comes into this matchup as 8.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 38.5. Will the Jaguars manage to secure a win as the favorite? Below, you’ll find our Jaguars vs. Bengals predictions.
Jaguars VS. Bengals Odds
- Spread: Jaguars -8.5
- Total 38.5
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Dec 4
- Time: 8:15 ET
- Location: EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville FL
- TV: ABC
Bengals Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Bengals have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five road games, Cincinnati has an ATS record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 18 points per game.
- Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the underdog, the Bengals have a straight-up record of 4-6. Their record vs the spread in these games was 6-4.
Jaguars Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Jaguars have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Jacksonville has an ATS record of 5-0 while averaging 26 per game. The team went 5-0 overall in these games.
- Through their last five games as the favorite, the Jaguars have an ATS record of 5-0 and a straight-up mark of 5-0.
Can the Bengals Pull the Upset on the Road?
As week 13 approaches, Cincinnati is in 4th place in the AFC-North, coming in with an overall record of 5-6. In the AFC, they currently reside in 11th place. This season, the Bengals boast an above .500 record versus the spread, currently standing at 4-7. Their average scoring margin for this season is -2.7.
The Bengals are coming off a 16-10 loss to the Steelers. In addition to their 6-point loss, the Bengals also lost vs. the spread. They were 2-point underdogs heading into the game. In the matchup with Pittsburgh, the pre-game over/under line was 36. The under hit, as they combined for 26 points.
Against the Steelers’ defense, Jake Browning led the way with 227 passing yards and a completion rate of 73%. On the ground, the Bengals ran the ball 11 times for 25 yards. The team had 2 third-down conversions (20%).
In terms of defense, the Bengals hold the 16th position in tackles for loss and are ranked 12th in sacks. Opponents are managing to score an average of 22 points and gain 389.3 yards per game against them.
Can the Jaguars Hold Strong at Home?
At home, the Jaguars have a record of 3-3 this season and are 8-3 overall. When looking at the standings, Jacksonville is 3rd in the AFC and 1st in the AFC South. On the road, Jacksonville has gone 5-0 thus far. The Jaguars’ scoring margin thus far is currently at +2.6. This has contributed to an ATS record of 8-3.
In their most recent game, the Jaguars picked up a 24-21 win over the Texans. The Jaguars were able to cover the spread vs. Houston, as they went into the game favored by 1. The under bettors were successful in the Jaguars’ most recent game, with a combined total of 45 points. The game’s betting line was 48.
In terms of offensive production, Trevor Lawrence finished with 364 passing yards with a completion rate of 60%. The Jaguars ran the ball 30 times for 81 yards. The team’s third-down conversion rate was 7/13.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Jaguars give up an average of 255.0 passing yards and 87.4 rushing yards per game. Looking at their sack numbers, Jacksonville is currently ranked 15th in the league. So far, they are giving up 20.5 points per game and 342.4 yards.
Jaguars vs. Bengals Player Prop
Ja’Marr Chase’s player prop for receiving yards is currently set at 57.5 yards. If taking the over, the payout is at -117 compared to the under at -115.
Ja’Marr Chase ranks 9th in receiving yards among receivers, coming in with 914 yards. In 11 games, he’s been targeted an average of 10.2 times per game and holds the 8th position in fantasy points (receivers). This season, the Bengals offense is 6th in passing attempts and I see them having another big game in the passing attack. With that in mind, I’m going with the over on Chase’s prop of 57.5 yards.
- The Prop: Ja’Marr Chase Over 57.5 Receiving Yards (-117)
Jaguars VS. Bengals Predictions
Since the lines were initially set, Jacksonville has moved from -5.5 point favorites to their current line of -8.5.
Cincinnati’s defense should play well enough to help the team hang around vs. Jacksonville. I like the Bengals +8.5.
The Pick: Bengals +8.5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook