Jakobi Meyers is cleared to play for the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 8’s AFC South showdown against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. After being listed as questionable due to hamstring and ankle issues, the 29‑year‑old wideout passes a medical evaluation and is expected to start at EverBank Stadium. Meyers’ presence gives quarterback Trevor Lawrence a reliable third‑down target and could help the 4‑2 Jaguars extend their lead to 5‑2, while the Colts fall to 2‑4. Insider Ian Rapoport confirms he’s “good to go.”
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The Phinsider’s live thread for Week 8 (Nov 1, 2026) previews today’s early NFL games starting at 1 PM EST and a Sunday Night Football matchup. Key early games include the Ravens (4‑3) at Buffalo (5‑1) with the Bills favored by 3 points, the Colts (2‑5) facing the Jaguars (4‑2) as 10.5‑point Jaguars, and the Vikings (6‑0) visiting the Lions (4‑2) with Detroit a 3‑point underdog. Other highlights: Titans @ Bengals, Cardinals @ Cowboys, Raiders @ Jets, Browns @ Steelers, and Falcons @ Buccaneers. Sunday night pits the Eagles (2‑4) against the Commanders (1‑4‑1) on NBC/Peacock, with Washington favored by 5.5. The thread also invites Dolphins discussion while prohibiting illegal stream requests.
Ian Rapoport reports the Kansas City Chiefs are scouting wide receivers before the trade deadline, with Jacksonville’s Brian Thomas Jr. and Indianapolis’s Josh Downs topping the list. Thomas, a former first‑round pick (No. 23, 2024), has seen his role shrink to nine catches for 105 yards and one TD in six games this season, while his contract runs through 2028. Downs, a 2023 third‑rounder, is reportedly available for a third‑round pick after posting 26 receptions for 307 yards in seven games. Both players could bolster Kansas City’s passing game if the trade deadline moves.
Week 8 NFL action faces a weather showdown as at least five games could be hit by rain or thunderstorms. The Bills‑Ravens, Vikings‑Lions and Browns‑Steelers are among the marquee matchups, while the Bengals‑Titans, Falcons‑Buccaneers, Jaguars‑Colts, Broncos‑Chiefs and Dolphins‑Patriots all carry a 36%‑50% chance of precipitation, with some forecasts calling for heavy showers and a flood watch. Unless lightning strikes, all contests are slated to start on time, but fans should expect slick conditions across multiple venues.
The Jacksonville Jaguars, 4‑2 after a bye, aim to extend their AFC South lead in a Week 8 showdown with the Indianapolis Colts. Wide receiver Jakobi Meyers, a key offensive weapon with 20 catches for 285 yards and two TDs, is listed as questionable with hamstring and ankle concerns but is expected to play, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. The Jaguars’ only confirmed loss is safety Antonio Johnson (ankle). The game starts at 1 p.m. ET in Jacksonville.
The Game Haus releases its October 2026 NFL Power Rankings as the season reaches the halfway mark. The San Francisco 49ers (6‑1) top the list, overcoming WR injuries with a dominant O‑line and QB Brock Purdy, followed by the Kansas City Chiefs (6‑1) and the unbeaten Minnesota Vikings (6‑0). The Buffalo Bills (5‑1) sit fourth, boasting a potent offense but a league‑worst defense, while the Jacksonville Jaguars (4‑2) and Chicago Bears (5‑2) round out the top six, the latter buoyed by Caleb Williams' return. The rankings continue through 16 teams, noting injuries, offensive/defensive strengths, and recent performances that separate contenders from the pack.
The Indianapolis Colts (2-5) head to Jacksonville to face the 4-2 Jaguars on Sunday at 1 PM EST, a road test the Colts haven’t won since 2014. Despite trading veteran linemen DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson, Indianapolis still boasts the league’s 20th‑ranked offense (22.0 ppg) while allowing 25.7 ppg. Jacksonville counters with the 8th‑best scoring offense (25.7 ppg) and the 3rd‑best defense (17.3 ppg). Key injuries include Colts WR Anthony Gould (out) and CB Justin Walley (out); Jaguars WR Jakobi Meyers is questionable. The game airs on CBS with local radio coverage and is expected to be rainy with temperatures near 78°F.
Running back Jonathan Taylor is confirmed active for the Indianapolis Colts' Week 8 showdown with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Coach Shane Steichen says Taylor has no injury designation and will play his usual role, despite trade rumors and a recent rejected 2027 second‑round offer. While the Colts remain open to a premium first‑round deal before the November 10 deadline, they won’t risk limiting his snaps against Jacksonville. Taylor’s participation could be his last in a Colts uniform if a trade materializes.
In a Week 8 preview, Colts beat writer Gus Logue chats with Stampede Blue about the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 4‑2 AFC South standing. He says Jacksonville is a top‑10 team but needs better trench play after left tackle Anton Harrison’s season‑ending knee injury, and likely will target safety depth at the trade deadline. Logue highlights the Jaguars’ vulnerable secondary—safety Antonio Johnson is out, and Eric Murray and Caleb Ransaw are sidelined—suggesting opponents attack the middle and avoid targeting #12. He also flags rookie receiver Josh Cameron and cornerback Buster Brown as players to watch.
Good morning, Big Cat Country! The Jacksonville Jaguars are back off their bye and looking to extend their home winning streak against the Indianapolis Colts. Kickoff is at 1:00 p.m. EST; you can find out how to watch/listen here. Game updates can be found on our X/Twitter, Bluesky, and Facebook. Live Blog Coming soon
The Indianapolis Colts traded away two of their best-known players this week, but there are still games to play. Here are 5 bold predictions for Week 8.
With several stars no longer in the building, the Indianapolis Colts will have to turn to some unsung heroes to get the job done against the Jaguars.
The Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2) host the Indianapolis Colts (2-5) in a Week 8 showdown on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m. ET at EverBank Stadium. Coach Liam Coen praises the Colts' coaching and turnover focus, while the Jaguars enter as 10.5-point favorites per FanDuel. Fans can watch on CBS or local affiliates, stream via the SB Nation app, and tune in on WJXL 1010 AM/92.5 FM. The article also highlights the new game‑chat feature for Jaguars supporters.
Six games into the 2026 season, Bengals WR Tee Higgins is finally having the career year fans hoped for since his 2020 draft alongside Joe Burrow. He's ranked No. 8 in the NFL with 571 receiving yards, averaging a career‑high 95.2 yards per game and 17.3 yards per catch. Highlights include 11 receptions for 157 yards against Jacksonville and a 148‑yard, touchdown‑filled second half versus Baltimore. On pace for 94 catches, 1,617 yards and six TDs, Higgins is emerging as the team's top weapon and a genuine WR1 alongside Ja’Marr Chase.
Jonathan Taylor isn't injured, but many are wondering if he is playing due to issues that have little to do with how the Indianapolis Colts star does in Week 8.
Before the Indianapolis Colts play the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 8, here is what you need to know as far as watching, streaming, and everything else.
Tight end Brenton Strange remains a key target for the Jacksonville Jaguars as they face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 8. Despite an eye injury, he practiced fully and has logged 19 catches on 23 targets over his last three games, solidifying his role with quarterback Trevor Lawrence. With wide receiver Jakobi Meyers questionable due to hamstring and ankle issues, Strange could see even more targets against a Colts defense that struggles against tight ends. The article highlights his expanded usage and the potential for Jacksonville to exploit the middle of the field in the upcoming matchup.
The Jaguars are hunting a defensive tackle before the trade deadline, according to Albert Breer. Meanwhile, Texans GM Nick Caserio (October 31, 2026) acknowledges the team’s 2‑5 record but says expectations haven’t changed, emphasizing week‑to‑week improvement, roster adjustments, and a possible offensive‑line tweak before the deadline. The Titans have sparked interest in RB Tony Pollard and WR Calvin Ridley as they seek veteran stability while evaluating QB Cam Ward. These AFC updates highlight each team’s roster strategies as the season reaches its midway point.
Travis Hunter addressed lingering questions about his relationship with Deion Sanders on the "Chasing No. 1" podcast (Oct. 28), confirming that Sanders still texts him before every game and that their bond remains strong despite Hunter’s move from Colorado to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Hunter highlighted Sanders’ influence on his recruitment and life, noting he chose Jacksonville to play both ways, not for money. On the field, Hunter delivered a rare two‑way performance in London on Oct. 18, scoring a receiving TD and intercepting C.J. Stroud, becoming the first NFL player since 2002 to record a touchdown and interception in the same game. He now heads into Week 8 with the Jags at 4‑2, while Colorado struggles at 2‑5.
The Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers are actively scouting Jacksonville Jaguars wideout Brian Thomas Jr., a third‑year player who posted over 1,200 receiving yards as a rookie but has seen his role shrink this season. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler says Thomas would likely welcome a trade, and talks could ignite after Jacksonville’s Thursday Night Football game against the Ravens on Nov. 6. Both teams have a narrow four‑day window before the NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline to negotiate a deal.
Analyst Steven Ruiz proposes a bold pre‑deadline swap: the Kansas City Chiefs would send speedy rookie WR Xavier Worthy to Jacksonville for 2024 rookie sensation Brian Thomas Jr., who posted 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. Both were first‑round picks in 2024, yet Worthy has yet to break 700 yards while Thomas' production has slumped after a strong start, seeing limited snaps in recent games. The Chiefs, still hunting a larger, contested‑catch receiver after a 20‑3 loss to Seattle, could benefit from Thomas' size and 4.33‑second 40‑yard dash, while the Jaguars gain a quick playmaker. Both players remain under rookie contracts through 2027, making the hypothetical trade financially feasible as the Nov. 10 deadline approaches.
A recent Big Cat Country poll reveals Jacksonville Jaguars fans overwhelmingly want the team to address pass‑rush depth before the Nov. 10 trade deadline—over 50% voted for a defensive‑lineman acquisition, while only 3% prefer no move. However, the DL market looks thin: the Eagles’ Mo Ojomo, Chargers’ Khalil Mack, and Cardinals’ Josh Sweat are all reportedly off‑limits, and recent trades of Jeffery Simmons and DeForest Buckner to division rivals further limit options. With 10 days left, fans remain 98% confident the Jaguars are headed in the right direction, but the hunt for a star pass rusher remains critical.
The Indianapolis Colts promote cornerback Jonathan Edwards and defensive end Carl Lawson from the practice squad for their Week 8 AFC South showdown with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Nov. 1. Edwards, a 2025 undrafted rookie who played 14 games last season, adds depth to the secondary after the team placed Cam Taylor‑Britt on IR. Veteran pass rusher Lawson, with 32 career sacks, bolsters the defensive line following recent moves that sent DeForest Buckner to San Francisco. Both players could see snaps as the Colts adjust their defense ahead of the divisional matchup.
Differing viewpoints have emerged regarding the likelihood of the Jacksonville Jaguars moving wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline.