In a thrilling Week 3 matchup, the Jacksonville Jaguars narrowly defeated the New England Patriots with a final score of 31-24. The game was pivotal for both teams, as they looked to assert their dominance early in the 2026 season. Trevor Lawrence led the Jaguars' offense, throwing for two touchdowns and demonstrating great poise in the pocket. Drake Maye of the Patriots matched him in passing yards with 258, but it was A.J. Brown's standout performance with 121 receiving yards that kept New England competitive. Meanwhile, TreVeyon Henderson struggled to find space on the ground, finishing with just 44 rushing yards. Defensively, the Jaguars made crucial plays that shifted the momentum of the game. Travon Walker was a standout, recording four tackles, two sacks, and contributing significantly to Jacksonville's pressure on Maye. The turning point came when Jourdan Lewis intercepted a pass, halting a potential scoring drive for the Patriots and allowing the Jaguars to maintain their lead in the closing moments.