The clock is ticking, and Jacksonville’s season now hangs by a thread. After a crushing defeat, the team finds itself at a crossroads — between frustration and determination.

Playoff visions are fading more and more each week, but the atmosphere in the locker room hasn’t faltered. The players talk less about standings and more about belief — a belief that doesn’t fade easily.

Head coach Liam Coen knows they’re at a disadvantage. He’s seen the frustration, the late-game mistakes, and the silence after each loss. But he also sees a spark — faint but still burning.

“I’m not here to criticize. The loss started with me — and so does the comeback.”

Quarterback Trevor Lawrence echoed that sentiment, speaking out after a sluggish offensive performance. His words weren’t just for the media — they were a message to his teammates: the fight isn’t over.

The Jaguars’ defense, battered as it was, continued to show signs of resilience. Young stars were stepping up, and veterans weren’t giving up. There was pain, yes — but there was also pride in every tackle, every stand.

What happens next will define more than just the season; it will reveal the team’s identity. Every snap, every play, every mistake corrected is a test of who they are.

As their playoff chances dwindle, Jacksonville faces a truth only the strong can accept: hope may fade — but faith, forged in adversity, never dies.