Following yesterday's debacle against the 49er's, how have our expectations for the remainder of the 2023-24 season changed? Mine have certainly changed since, prior to yesterday, I felt the Jaguars were a lock to win the AFC South, get a playoff bye and make it to the AFC Championship game vs. the Chiefs (likely losing). Now, it is very realistic to believe the Jaguars could actually lose the AFC South to the Texans and have to fight for a wild-card spot along with the Bills, Browns, Dolphins and Steelers. No doubt, as fans we have the tendency to overreact based on one very bad game. We did just have a 5 game winning streak including victories against the Bills and Steelers, two good teams to be sure. Based on these facts, I see the remainder of this season playing out this way:

1. The Texans overtake the Jaguars to win the AFC South. They are for real and have a MUCH easier schedule than the Jaguars. Most likely, the winner of the November 26 game at Houston will determine the AFC South championship.

2. The Jaguars should rebound next week against the Titans and will still be a solid team once Zay Jones returns. They will be capable of beating anyone on their schedule, but their weaknesses ( offensive line and pass rush) will show up against the best teams remaining as they did vs. the 49er's. 

3. Trevor will play much better IF the offensive line shows improvement (a big IF). Hopefully, Baalke will realize that Fortner is a liability and replace him next season.
A line with Little and Harrison at tackles and Ezra Cleveland at left guard should give them a solid foundation. Obviously, center and right guard will need to be addressed in the draft since Scherff is likely to be let go.

4. Finally, the remainder of this season should determine whether Travon Walker should remain at his current position. While he did show up a couple of times yesterday in pass rush, the box score credits him with no TFL, sacks or tackles. The 49er's added Chase Young and Randy Gregory to bolster an already solid defense. The Jaguars were somewhat limited to make a trade due to the Ridley deal, but I'll stand by my desire to obtain Danielle Hunter when they had the chance- even for a 1st rounder. 

5. The Super Bowl will pit the 49er's against the Chiefs after they defeat the Eagles and Ravens in the Championship games. The 49er's will win a close game due to their devastating pass rush.

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