"The Rams got back to winning ways against a Baltimore Ravens team missing Lamar Jackson last week, though their shock defeat to the severely undermanned San Francisco 49ers the week prior means they sit third in the NFC West behind San Francisco and Seattle. Still, Matthew Stafford continues to shine under center for Los Angeles, performing efficiently while pushing the ball downfield at the second-highest rate in the NFL. Stafford ranks fourth in air yards per attempt (9), with only Baker Mayfield (32) attempting more throws of 20 yards or more than Stafford (28)."
"Stafford's ability to succeed against a fast-flowing Jaguars defense that thrives on turnovers may be compromised somewhat by the likely absence of star wide receiver Puka Nacua. Nacua (ankle) was injured in the win over the Ravens and missed practice on Wednesday. While the Rams still have one of the best receivers to play the game in the form of veteran Davante Adams, the potential removal of Nacua from the equation theoretically improves the odds of Jacksonville slowing down the LA passing attack."
"Leading receiver Brian Thomas Jr. has 170 yards over the last two weeks having put a slow start behind him, while the Jaguars will hope to get what had been a productive run game back on track after it was shackled by the Seahawks last week. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence was sacked a season-high seven times in the defeat to Seattle but, if the Jags can better protect him against a deep and destructive Rams defensive front, they'll hope to get two-way rookie Travis Hunter more involved in the offense."
The Jaguars trail the Colts by one game in the AFC South and face a challenging test against the Rams in London. Los Angeles has rebounded recently but sits third in the NFC West after a surprise loss to the 49ers. Matthew Stafford is pushing the ball downfield at a high rate and ranks fourth in air yards per attempt, though Puka Nacua's ankle injury and missed practice could limit the Rams' options. Jacksonville relies on a turnover-driven defense and improving receiving threats, seeks to revive its rushing attack, and must better protect Trevor Lawrence after a seven-sack game.
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