The Jaguars are set to face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Dec 31. The game is scheduled for 1:00 ET while airing on CBS. Jacksonville enters this game as 6.5-point favorites, with the total set at 38. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Jaguars vs Panthers player props and predictions below.
Jaguars VS. Panthers Odds
- Spread: Jaguars -6.5
- Total 38
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Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Dec 31
- Time: 1:00 ET
- Location: EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville FL
- TV: CBS
Panthers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Panthers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last five games away from home, the Panthers have a straight up record of 0-5 while going 1-3-1 vs. the spread. The team averaged 13 points per game in this stretch.
- Spanning across their last three games as the betting underdog, the Panthers have gone 2-1 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-2.
Jaguars Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Jaguars have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- The Jaguars are 3-2 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
- In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Jaguars have a straight-up record of 1-2 and an ATS mark of 1-2.
Will the Panthers Defense Show Up on the Road?
As they take on the Jaguars, the Panthers will be looking to build on their 2-13 record. This currently places them at 4th in the NFC-South and 16th in the NFC. Against the spread, the Panthers are 4-9-2 this season. This includes them covering the spread in two straight games at home.
After their 33-30 loss to the Packers, the Panthers are looking to bounce back in week 17. Even with a loss to Green Bay, the Panthers did manage to cover the spread. They were 3.5-point underdogs going into the game. Going into the game, the over/under line was 39.5 points and the teams performance exceeded the over/under line of 63.
Against the Packers, the Panthers ran the ball 25 times, with Chuba Hubbard as the primary rusher, accumulating 43 yards. Bryce Young attempted 36 passes, amassing 312 yards and a passer rating of 109.
The Panthers currently rank 18th in tackles for loss and 20th in sacks on the defensive side. Their opponents are averaging 25.4 points per game and 296.8 yards per contest against them.
Will Jacksonville Live Up to Expectations at Home?
As we enter week 17, Jacksonville is in 1st place in the AFC-South with an overall record of 8-7. In the AFC, they are currently in 4th place. So far this season, the Jaguars are above .500 vs. the spread at 8-7. Their average scoring margin this season is -0.8.
The Jaguars played on the road vs. the Buccaneers in week 16, but they came up short, losing by a score of 30-12. With the 18-point loss to the Buccaneers, the Jaguars also took a loss vs. the spread as 2-point favorites. Going into the game vs. Tampa Bay, the over/under line was 43.5. With a combined total of 42 points, the under hit in this game.
On offense, the Jaguars finished with 305 yards against the Buccaneers. When it came to third downs, the Jaguars had a 33.3% conversion rate. Leading the ground game was Trevor Lawrence with 29 yards, and Trevor Lawrence contributed 211 passing yards.
In terms of defense, the Jaguars hold the 21st position in tackles for loss and are ranked 16th in sacks. Opponents are managing to score an average of 22.9 points and gain 358.5 yards per game against them.
Jaguars vs. Panthers Player Prop
In this week 17 matchup, Travis Etienne Jr. will be facing the Panthers with a rushing yards prop of 60.5. Betting on the over yields a payout of -116, while the under pays at -116. The implied odds for the over are 54%.
Through 15 games, Travis Etienne Jr. has carried the ball 235 times for 849 yards. So far, he is 13th among running backs in yards. There is a good opportunity on Etienne Jr.’s prop of 60.5 yards. He is well-positioned to exploit a defense that is 21st in rushing yards allowed.
- The Prop: Travis Etienne Jr. Over 60.5 Rushing Yards (-116)
Jaguars VS. Panthers Predictions
When looking at the point-spread line movements, the Jaguars have come down slightly after opening as 9.5-point favorites. The Jaguars and now sit at -6.5.
Even though the Panthers are the 6.5-point underdogs on the road, I like them to cover the spread against the Jaguars. In their last game, the Jaguars defense struggled to get off the field, giving up 22 first downs. Look for the Panthers’ offense to take advantage of facing a struggling defense.
The Pick: Panthers +6.5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook