Jacksonville Jaguars vs. San Francisco 49ers Free Pick – Sunday, November 12

The Jacksonville Jaguars, boasting a five-game winning streak at 6-2, meet the San Francisco 49ers (5-3) at TIAA Bank Field on Sunday, November 12 . The Jaguars’ resurgence under coach Doug Pederson, led by Trevor Lawrence, contrasts with the 49ers’ playoff aspirations, setting the stage for an exciting clash. 

Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars are heading into their Week 9 bye with an impressive 6-2 record, leading their division and sharing the best record in the AFC. This achievement marks their best eight-game start since 1999, proof of their determination.

Coach Pederson addressed the media following their 20-10 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, marking their fifth consecutive win. For the Jaguars, running back Travis Etienne was the offensive standout in the Week 8 game, consistently finding the end zone and showcasing his skill with a 56-yard catch-and-run for a touchdown. He also contributed on the ground with 24 carries for 79 yards. Tight end Evan Engram had a productive game with 10 receptions for 88 yards. Defensively, the Jaguars’ run defense continued to excel, limiting the Steelers to just 70 rushing yards. Edge defenders Josh Allen and Travon Walker contributed with sacks, consistently pressuring the Steelers’ offense.

The Jaguars are undoubtedly a team to watch as they continue to defy expectations and aim for playoff success.

San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have some bad luck at the moment with a three-game losing streak, most recent one in a Week 8 to the Cincinnati Bengals after back-to-back road defeats. The Bengals secured a 31-17 victory against the San Francisco 49ers, pushing them above .500 for the first time this season. The 49ers entered their Bye week at 5-3, experiencing a three-game losing streak for the first time since 2021.

In the game against the Bengals, wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk crossed 100 receiving yards with 109 on five receptions, while tight end George Kittle was a force in the second half, recording nine receptions for 149 yards. Running back Christian McCaffrey continued his touchdown streak, scoring both through the air and on the ground. Quarterback Brock Purdy returned healthy after clearing concussion protocol but made two costly interceptions. The 49ers’ defense struggled for the second consecutive game, as Joe Burrow completed 28 of 32 passes and Cincinnati’s ground game consistently moved the chains. On the 49ers’ side, rookie kicker Jake Moody made a 36-yard field goal.

Even though the 49ers have faced three consecutive losses, they are well-positioned to build on their early-season success and are poised for a strong second half of the season as they aim to secure a playoff berth and continue their pursuit of an NFL championship. 

Conclusion

The matchup between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the San Francisco 49ers on promises to be an engaging contest that will provide insights into the direction of both teams’ seasons. Looking at the recent performances, the Jaguars clearly have a great chance of winning playing at home. However, the game may turn against them as they face an outstanding defense which will likely create turnovers. Still, a good team getting the points at home is hard to pass up. The spread is currently Jacksonville +3 at Sportsbetting.ag – We say take the Jags and buy the half point to +3′