The Jacksonville Jaguars followed up their disastrous collapse against the Texans a week ago with a truly dominant performance on Sunday. The Jags beat the visiting LA Chargers 35 to 6 which was their largest
margin of victory since the Sacksonville days in 2017. The running game lead the charge to the offensive explosion and it was rookie running back, Bhayshul Tuten, that really set the tone early as he had his best game as a pro on Sunday.
He was the story of the day but it was a solid overall showing across the board from the 2025 rookie draft class. Let’s break down each of their performances in the huge Week 11 win.
Bhayshul Tuten
Rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten flashed in a major way on Sunday and the coaching staff rewarded him for it by giving him a career-high 15 carries in the game. He finished with 74 yards and a TD and would have likely had an even bigger day if not for an injury early in the fourth quarter. Before that, he had out-carried Travis Etienne 15 to 13 and seven of those carries went for first downs. One of those came on a hard-earned fourth down conversion in the second quarter which resulted in an eventual touchdown that sparked a 28-0 run the rest of the way.
His power and speed through the gaps have flashed all year but this was the first time fans got a heavy dose of what Tuten can do for this offense. His style of running is a terrific contrast to what Etienne provides, and if he keeps running like this, we could see more of a split backfield approach as the team leans into this run-heavy identity.
Wyatt Milum
Due to the game getting out of hand late, Wyatt Milum was able to get his first offensive snaps of the season on Sunday as he came in for the final eight play drive to drain the clock. He helped pave the way for an eight play drive of all running plays that gained 36 yards and converted two fourth and short opportunities. Milum just recently returned from injury after having an impressive camp.
Jack Kiser
Linebacker Jack Kiser continues to be a core special teamer for the Jaguars but he had a quiet day on Sunday. He didn’t register a tackle, however, he did fill his gaps for a kick coverage unit that allowed less than 25 yards a return against the Chargers which had been a bit of an issue over the last few weeks.
Rayuan Lane
Safety Rayuan Lane played 14 special teams stats and seven defensive snaps against the Chargers on Sunday. Although he didn’t record anything in the stat column, Lane is always in the mix when he’s on the field and continues to showcase a high energy and effort whenever he’s called upon. Lane is proving to be an important depth piece at safety and has been awesome on special teams all season long.
Jonah Monheim
Like Milum, Jonah Monehim was on the field for that final clock-draining drive to end the game on Sunday and he did a nice job to seal his man on each of the eight runs. This marks the fourth game in the last six in which Monheim has gotten some play with the offense which will go a long way in his development. he continues to be a quality developmental depth piece on the interior for the Jaguars.
LeQuint Allen
On that eight play 36 yard drive mentioned, LeQuint Allen Jr. was the benefactor of each of those carries as he nearly doubled his season total in rushes (5) on the day. On top of that, Allen continues to be called upon for blitz pickup duty on passing downs and has answered the bell and more. He’s got an old school mentality at the running back position as he doesn’t mind doing the dirty work out of the backfield. This has earned him a lot of praise over the course of the season as Allen has become a favorite of fans, coaches and players alike.
Which rookie did you think stood out Jags fans?
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Travis Hunter (IR)
Caleb Ransaw (IR)
Jalen McLeod (IR)
