Colts vs Jaguars: 3 keys for the offense in Week 11

Keys for the offense in Week 11.

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3. Follow the desire to run the ball

Quenton Nelson started the movement, and they have to get back to that movement in this game. As mentioned the Colts’ run game has taken a step back, but run defense is the weak spot in the Jaguars defense and the Colts must take advantage this week.

Marlon Mack hasn’t had one of those explosive games since Week 5 when he went for over 130 rushing yards against the Chiefs. He’s only topped 100 rushing yards twice this season, but he should hit that mark in this game.

Jacksonville is weak against the run, giving up on average 122 rush yards per game, good for 22nd in the NFL. They’re 29th in the NFL in rush yards allowed per attempt at 4.9.

These stats aren’t due to a lack of volume. Teams run on the Jaguars an average of 24 times a game. The Colts should run more than that in this game, and hopefully find some success running the football.