The New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars met in a Week 3 matchup on September 27, 2026, at EverBank Stadium. Jacksonville produced a strong second-half performance to defeat New England 35–6. The Jaguars entered halftime with a 14–3 lead and then scored 21 points in the second half to pull away. Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes, while Jacksonville’s running game and defense helped keep the Patriots from finding the end zone.
The Patriots moved the ball for 317 total yards, slightly more than Jacksonville’s 315, but turnovers proved costly. New England committed three turnovers, including two interceptions by Drake Maye and a lost fumble. Jacksonville turned those mistakes into scoring opportunities while maintaining control of the game. The Jaguars improved to 2–1, while the Patriots fell to 1–2 after their first two road games of the season.
Final Score
| Quarter | Patriots | Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 0 |
| Q2 | 3 | 14 |
| Q3 | 0 | 14 |
| Q4 | 3 | 7 |
| Final | 6 | 35 |
Jacksonville scored the game’s first touchdown in the second quarter when Trevor Lawrence connected with Josh Cameron for a 12-yard score. New England answered with a 35-yard field goal from Andy Borregales, but Lawrence soon found Jakobi Meyers for another touchdown. That gave the Jaguars a 14–3 halftime advantage and established the pattern for the rest of the game.
The Jaguars then scored twice within 18 seconds late in the third quarter. Parker Washington caught a 17-yard touchdown from Lawrence, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. followed with a five-yard rushing touchdown after Jarrian Jones returned an interception 32 yards. Jacksonville added a fourth-quarter field goal and Bhayshul Tuten’s one-yard touchdown run to complete the 35–6 victory.
Match Details
The game was played at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, on September 27, 2026. Jacksonville entered the matchup looking to respond after a Week 2 loss at Denver, while New England came into the game at 1–1. The Jaguars used their home-field advantage effectively and secured their sixth consecutive regular-season home victory.
The final statistics show an interesting contrast. New England finished with 317 total yards compared with Jacksonville’s 315, and both teams ran 60 offensive plays. However, the Patriots turned the ball over three times, while Jacksonville committed only one turnover. The Jaguars also went 5-for-5 in the red zone, turning their opportunities into touchdowns.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | September 27, 2026 |
| Venue | EverBank Stadium |
| Location | Jacksonville, Florida |
| Final Score | Jaguars 35, Patriots 6 |
| Patriots Record | 1–2 |
| Jaguars Record | 2–1 |
| Total Plays | 60–60 |
| Total Yards | Patriots 317, Jaguars 315 |
Team Statistics Breakdown
New England recorded 234 net passing yards and 83 rushing yards. The Patriots converted four of 12 third-down attempts and one of two fourth-down attempts. They also entered the red zone three times but failed to score a touchdown. That inability to finish drives became especially important as Jacksonville steadily increased its lead.
Jacksonville produced 178 net passing yards and 137 rushing yards. The Jaguars converted eight of 12 third-down attempts and went a perfect five-for-five in the red zone. Their offense also scored five touchdowns, with three coming through the air and two on the ground.
| Team Stat | Patriots | Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 317 | 315 |
| Passing Yards | 234 | 178 |
| Rushing Yards | 83 | 137 |
| Plays | 60 | 60 |
| Yards per Play | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| First Downs | 17 | 23 |
| Third Down | 4/12 | 8/12 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Penalties | 9–68 | 7–56 |
| Possession | 28:07 | 31:53 |
Drake Maye vs Trevor Lawrence
Drake Maye completed 14 of 25 passes for 199 yards but did not throw a touchdown. He was intercepted twice and also lost a fumble, giving Jacksonville three takeaways from the Patriots’ quarterback. Maye’s passing yardage showed that New England could move the football, but the turnovers repeatedly ended promising possessions.
Trevor Lawrence completed 19 of 29 passes for 182 yards and three touchdowns. He threw one interception, but his three touchdown passes gave Jacksonville the scoring production it needed. Lawrence connected with Josh Cameron, Jakobi Meyers, and Parker Washington for touchdowns as Jacksonville built its 35-point total.
| Quarterback | Comp/Att | Pass Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake Maye, NE | 14/25 | 199 | 0 | 2 |
| Trevor Lawrence, JAX | 19/29 | 182 | 3 | 1 |
Patriots Rushing and Receiving Stats
New England struggled to generate consistent rushing production. TreVeyon Henderson led the Patriots with eight carries for 23 yards, while Rhamondre Stevenson recorded seven carries for 22 yards. Corey Kiner added six carries for 18 yards. As a team, the Patriots finished with 83 rushing yards on 26 attempts.
Mack Hollins was New England’s leading receiver with six catches for 87 yards. Romeo Doubs added three receptions for 49 yards, while DeMario Douglas caught one pass for 38 yards. The Patriots produced 234 net passing yards, but Jacksonville’s defense prevented those yards from becoming touchdowns.
| Patriots Player | Rushing | Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| TreVeyon Henderson | 8–23 | — |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 7–22 | — |
| Corey Kiner | 6–18 | — |
| Mack Hollins | — | 6–87 |
| Romeo Doubs | — | 3–49 |
| DeMario Douglas | — | 1–38 |
Jaguars Rushing and Receiving Stats
Bhayshul Tuten led Jacksonville’s rushing attack with 15 carries for 73 yards and a touchdown. Chris Rodriguez Jr. added eight carries for 37 yards and scored a five-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Trevor Lawrence also contributed 25 rushing yards on four attempts, helping Jacksonville finish with 137 rushing yards.
Jakobi Meyers led Jacksonville’s receiving group with seven catches for 64 yards and a touchdown. Parker Washington caught three passes for 40 yards and a touchdown, while Brenton Strange added three receptions for 32 yards. The Jaguars spread the ball effectively while Lawrence delivered three touchdown passes.
| Jaguars Player | Rushing | Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| Bhayshul Tuten | 15–73–1 TD | — |
| Chris Rodriguez Jr. | 8–37–1 TD | — |
| Trevor Lawrence | 4–25 | — |
| Jakobi Meyers | — | 7–64–1 TD |
| Parker Washington | — | 3–40–1 TD |
| Brenton Strange | — | 3–32 |
Key Defensive Performances
Jacksonville’s defense played an important role in the victory by creating three turnovers and limiting New England to six points. Travis Hunter recorded his first career interception when he picked off Maye in the end zone with 1:02 left in the second quarter. That play preserved Jacksonville’s 14–3 lead before halftime.
Jarrian Jones added another major defensive play in the third quarter when he returned an interception 32 yards. The return set up Chris Rodriguez Jr.’s five-yard touchdown run and helped Jacksonville build a 28–3 lead. The Jaguars also recorded three sacks, adding pressure while New England struggled to maintain offensive rhythm.
Important Game Moments
The first major turning point came late in the second quarter. After Jacksonville went ahead 7–3, Lawrence connected with Meyers for a 10-yard touchdown. The Jaguars took a 14–3 lead, and Hunter then intercepted Maye in the end zone on the next Patriots possession. New England entered halftime trailing by 11 points despite moving the ball effectively at times.
Jacksonville then broke the game open in the third quarter. Washington’s 17-yard touchdown reception capped a long drive, and Jones intercepted Maye on the following play. Rodriguez scored five yards later, giving Jacksonville a 28–3 lead. The Jaguars added Tuten’s one-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter before New England managed its final three points.
Turning Point and Final Match Analysis
Turnovers were central to the outcome. New England finished with three turnovers, including two interceptions and one lost fumble, while Jacksonville had only one interception. The Patriots generated slightly more total yardage, but Jacksonville consistently converted its possessions into points. The Jaguars went 5-for-5 in the red zone, while New England went 0-for-3.
The third-quarter sequence around Washington’s touchdown and Jones’ interception effectively changed the game’s shape. Jacksonville moved from a competitive 14–3 halftime advantage to a 28–3 lead before the quarter ended. From there, the Jaguars controlled the clock, added another touchdown, and finished with a 35–6 victory.
Match Summary
The New England Patriots vs Jacksonville Jaguars match player stats show a game in which yardage totals alone did not explain the final score. New England finished with 317 total yards, compared with Jacksonville’s 315, but three turnovers and poor red-zone results limited the Patriots to six points. Drake Maye passed for 199 yards, while Mack Hollins led the team with 87 receiving yards. New England’s rushing attack produced only 83 yards on 26 attempts.
Jacksonville combined efficient red-zone execution with strong defensive pressure. Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes, Jakobi Meyers caught seven passes for 64 yards and a score, and Bhayshul Tuten rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown. The Jaguars finished with 137 rushing yards and five total touchdowns. The 35–6 win moved Jacksonville to 2–1, while New England dropped to 1–2.
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