JACKSONVILLE – In a weekly feature for the 2024 season, NFL Media and Jaguars Media Analyst Bucky Brooks breaks down the Jaguars' performance in a 32-16 Week 7 victory over the New England Patriots at Wembley Stadium in London

BIG IMPRESSION

• The Jaguars showed some grit and resilience, roaring back from a 10-point deficit to knock off the Patriots in London. Led by a trio of young stars – running back Tank Bigsby, wide receiver Brian Thomas, Jr. and wide receiver Parker Washington – the Jaguars generated enough big plays to overtake the Patriots with a 22-point second quarter that flipped the game's momentum. Given the dire circumstances facing the team heading into Week 6, the timely playmaking of the Jaguars' young stars might have saved the season.

KEYS TO VICTORY

• The Jaguars overcame a slow start to punish the Patriots over the final three quarters behind a dominant performance from the offensive line. The team amassed 171 rushing yards on 39 carries as part of a ball-control game plan designed to limit possessions and protect the Jaguars' inexperienced and struggling defense. Though the defense surrendered too many yards and couldn't control the Patriots until the middle of the second quarter, the Jaguars found a way to produce enough big plays to change the game's momentum while building enough confidence to spark a midseason run.

TREVOR'S TIME

• The former No.1 overall pick resisted the temptation to play hero ball despite facing an early deficit that ratcheted up the pressure on a team that appeared on the brink of disaster. Lawrence's poise amid the chaos showed up when he picked apart the Patriots secondary in the second quarter to jump-start the Jaguars' offense. As Lawrence connected with Thomas on a crucial touchdown and a pivotal big play, the offense flashed some of the potential that had the Jaguars pegged as playoff contenders entering the season. If Lawrence and Co. can build on this performance individually and collectively, the Jaguars could surprise observers during a crucial stretch of the season that could ignite or extinguish the team's playoff hopes.

UNSUNG HERO

• Bigsby deserves a game ball for his 26-carry, 118-yard effort that showcased his potential as an RB1. The second-year pro rumbled through the heart of the Patriots' defense, utilizing his rugged running style to punish defenders in the hole. With the Jaguars showing a renewed commitment to the running game with Bigsby as the lead runner, the offense might have discovered an identity that could help them knock off a few NFC heavyweights over the next month.

OFFENSIVELY SPEAKING

• Head Coach Doug Pederson and offensive coordinator Press Taylor created an impressive game plan that enabled the Jaguars to control the game after a slow start. The team relied on a balanced approach mixing run and pass to keep the Patriots' defenders guessing for three-plus quarters. The surprising dominance on the ground enabled the Jaguars to play keep away from the opponent while wearing them down in the second half. Though the Jaguars want to throw it around the yard to showcase their explosive weapons on the perimeter, the ground-and-pound approach featured against the Patriots could make the team more challenging to face against top teams.

DEFENSIVELY SPEAKING

• Despite the Jaguars' defensive struggles, the unit showed promise against the Patriots. Defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen switched the lineup in the defensive backfield to put more veterans in critical spots (SEE: Darnell Savage at safety and Tyson Campbell at cornerback) to improve the communication and attention to detail. In addition, the insertion of Antonio Johnson and Jarrian Jones at the nickel and dime positions enabled the Jaguars to match up with the speedier lineups that gave the defense problems early in the season. If the defense continues to generate pressure with Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker off the edges, the Jaguars can improve enough to climb back into the playoff race by season's end.