Jacksonville Jaguars Pull Off Stunning Comeback Against Kansas City Chiefs: A Thrilling 31-28 Victory
You can now listen to Fox News articles! In a game that initially seemed like a Kansas City Chiefs rout, the Jacksonville Jaguars turned the tide for an impressive 31-28 comeback win. Led by quarterback Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars overcame a shaky start against the three-time AFC champions.
The Chiefs quickly established control, jumping to a 14-0 lead with touchdowns from Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes. However, Trevor Lawrence answered back just before halftime, connecting with Parker Washington for a touchdown. He then showcased his athleticism on Jacksonville’s first drive of the second half, tying the game at 14-14.
Crucial Turn of Events
After the Jaguars tied it up, Kansas City responded effectively. They drove downfield, with a critical third-down reception by Hollywood Brown setting them up at the 3-yard line. But the momentum shifted dramatically when Mahomes’ pass intended for JuJu Smith-Schuster was intercepted by Devin Lloyd, who returned it 99 yards for a touchdown, giving Jacksonville a surprising 21-14 lead late in the third quarter.
With the Chiefs forced to punt afterward, it looked like the Jaguars were in control. But a costly interception by Lawrence inside his own 20-yard line allowed Kansas City to equalize when Kareem Hunt rushed in for a 5-yard touchdown, tying the game at 21 with just over 12 minutes left.
A Nail-Biting Finish
Jacksonville reclaimed the lead with a field goal, but the Chiefs quickly countered with a 12-play, 87-yard drive, capped off by Hunt’s second rushing touchdown, putting Kansas City ahead 28-24 with 1:45 remaining.
With only two timeouts left, Lawrence and the Jaguars faced a do-or-die situation. They advanced into the red zone with just 48 seconds on the clock. Although a pass in the end zone was intercepted, a defensive pass interference call against the Chiefs granted Jacksonville a fresh set of downs at the 1-yard line. In a dramatic moment, Lawrence rushed in for the touchdown—despite slipping on the grass—putting the Jaguars up 31-28 with just 23 seconds to go.
Despite having three timeouts, Kansas City couldn’t mount a comeback from deep in their territory, and a final Hail Mary attempt fell short, sealing the Jaguars’ victory. This win marks Jacksonville’s first triumph over Kansas City since 2009.
Game Stats and Highlights
Trevor Lawrence finished the game with 221 yards on 18-of-25 passing, complementing his performance with two rushing touchdowns and leading the team in rushing with 54 yards on 10 carries. Meanwhile, Mahomes had a strong outing, completing 29 of 41 passes for 318 yards.
In a post-game interview, Lawrence reflected on the tense moments leading to his game-winning play, saying, "There was sheer panic when I fell. I got stepped on coming out, and I thought, ‘I gotta get up.’ I was about to throw it out of bounds to stop the clock, but then I realized I had to make a play."
With this victory, the Jaguars improve to a solid 4-1 record, while the Chiefs drop to 2-3. Looking ahead, Jacksonville will host the Seattle Seahawks next week, and Kansas City will take on the Detroit Lions at home.
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