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Colts, Jaguars Clash with Playoff Hopes on the Line

12/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars meet December 7, 2025, in an AFC South clash with both at 8-4.
The Colts may be without cornerback Sauce Gardner (Indianapolis Colts) due to a calf injury, affecting their defensive plan.
The Jaguars, on a three-game win streak, rely on their top-ranked run defense to contain Jonathan Taylor, and Arik Armstead (Jacksonville Jaguars) notes playoff implications.

History

Historical Context

The AFL-NFL merger in 1970 unified the two leagues, creating the American Football Conference (AFC) and National Football Conference (NFC) with 26 teams. This realignment intensified rivalries, notably between the Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars, as divisional matchups became crucial for playoff contention. The merger also enhanced fan engagement and transformed team strategies, particularly in defense and injury management.

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Story summary

The Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars meet December 7, 2025, in an AFC South clash with both at 8-4.
The Colts may be without cornerback Sauce Gardner (Indianapolis Colts) due to a calf injury, affecting their defensive plan.
The Jaguars, on a three-game win streak, rely on their top-ranked run defense to contain Jonathan Taylor, and Arik Armstead (Jacksonville Jaguars) notes playoff implications.

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