Jacksonville Jaguars Roar Past Carolina Panthers with Ground Game Dominance

The Jacksonville Jaguars opened their season with a commanding 26-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers at EverBank Stadium. The Jags now stand at 1-0, while the Panthers fall to 0-1. This game showcased Jacksonville's potent rushing attack and solid defensive performance.

First Quarter

The opening quarter set the tone for the Jaguars as they quickly established their ground game. Travis Etienne led the charge with an impressive 71-yard run, contributing significantly to his total of 143 rushing yards on just 16 attempts. The Jags' offensive line created ample opportunities, allowing them to control possession and keep pressure on Carolina's defense.

Second Quarter

As the second quarter unfolded, Jacksonville continued to dominate on both sides of the ball. Trevor Lawrence connected with Hunter Long for a touchdown pass that extended their lead. Despite an interception thrown by Lawrence later in this period, Jacksonville's defense held firm against any potential momentum shift from Carolina.

Third Quarter

In the third quarter, Foyesade Oluokun made his presence felt defensively by forcing a fumble and recording six tackles throughout the game. Jourdan Lewis also contributed significantly with an interception and three passes defended, stifling any attempt by Mac Jones and his offense to mount a comeback.

Fourth Quarter

The final quarter saw Cam Little secure victory for Jacksonville through consistent field goal kicking—converting all four attempts including one from 47 yards out—demonstrating reliability under pressure which proved crucial in maintaining their lead until time expired.

Overall this matchup highlighted key moments such as Etienne’s explosive runs alongside defensive plays like Oluokun’s forced turnover; these were pivotal during what many consider being turning points within this encounter between two competitive teams vying early-season success: "Jacksonville Jaguars vs Carolina Panthers highlights."

Looking ahead post-game thoughts Jacksonville Jaguars fans can anticipate another exciting contest when they face Cincinnati Bengals next week at Paycor Stadium scheduled September 14th at 1:00 PM EDT broadcasted live via CBS network coverage nationwide!

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