Jacksonville Jaguars vs Denver Broncos Match Player Stats

The jacksonville jaguars vs denver broncos match player stats from the September 21, 2026 NFL Week 3 meeting tell a much more detailed story than the 20-13 final score. Denver finished the game with 288 passing yards, 104 rushing yards, two sacks, and seven passes defended, while Jacksonville produced 189 passing yards and 95 rushing yards. The Broncos ultimately pulled away with 14 fourth-quarter points after both teams entered the final period separated by only six points.

For anyone reviewing the game beyond the scoreboard, the individual numbers reveal where the matchup was won and where each team struggled. Bo Nix led Denver through the air with 288 yards and one touchdown, while Jaylen Waddle produced the game’s largest receiving total with 138 yards. Jacksonville’s Parker Washington was the Jaguars’ leading receiver with 98 yards, and Bhayshul Tuten supplied the team’s leading rushing performance with 65 yards and a touchdown.

The defensive statistics are also important. Alex Singleton recorded nine tackles for Denver, while Foyesade Oluokun led Jacksonville with seven tackles. Denver’s defense registered two sacks and seven quarterback hits, compared with zero sacks and three quarterback hits for Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Denver Broncos Match Player Stats

The following breakdown uses the supplied game data for the September 21, 2026 matchup.

Category	Jacksonville Jaguars	Denver Broncos
Final Score	13	20
Passing Leader	Trevor Lawrence	Bo Nix
Passing Yards	189	288
Rushing Yards	95	104
Leading Rusher	Bhayshul Tuten, 65 yards	Jonah Coleman, 39 yards
Leading Receiver	Parker Washington, 98 yards	Jaylen Waddle, 138 yards
Top Tackler	Foyesade Oluokun, 7 tackles	Alex Singleton, 9 tackles
Sacks	0	2
Interceptions	Jourdan Lewis, 1	Riley Moss, 1
Field Goals	Cam Little, 2/3	Wil Lutz, 2/2
Team Receiving Yards	189	288
Team Rushing Yards	95	104

The overall numbers show a relatively close rushing contest but a much larger difference in passing production. Denver gained 288 yards through the air, exactly matching its listed team receiving yardage, while Jacksonville finished with 189 passing and receiving yards.

That 99-yard passing difference is one of the clearest statistical distinctions in the game.

How the Game Developed

The scoring pattern is useful when interpreting the individual statistics.

Jacksonville scored 10 points in the second quarter and added three more in the third. Denver scored three points in the second quarter and three in the third before producing 14 points in the fourth.

The quarter-by-quarter scoring was:

Quarter	Jaguars	Broncos
Q1	0	0
Q2	10	3
Q3	3	3
Q4	0	14
Total	13	20

The first quarter was scoreless, creating a slow opening for both offenses. Jacksonville then gained the early scoring advantage in the second quarter, taking a 10-3 lead at that stage.

The third quarter was evenly split at three points apiece. That meant Jacksonville entered the fourth quarter with a 13-6 advantage.

The final quarter changed the result. Denver scored 14 unanswered points in the supplied scoring summary, while Jacksonville failed to add another point.

This is important when evaluating player statistics because a box score does not always explain when production occurred. A quarterback can accumulate respectable yardage while an offense still struggles to finish drives. Likewise, defensive numbers can become especially important late in a close game.

Trevor Lawrence Passing Performance

Trevor Lawrence completed 17 of 29 passes for 189 yards. He finished without a touchdown and threw one interception.

His completion rate was approximately 58.6 percent.

The passing line was:

• Completions: 17
• Attempts: 29
• Completion percentage: 58.6%
• Passing yards: 189
• Passing touchdowns: 0
• Interceptions: 1
• Sacks: 2

Lawrence’s 189 passing yards represented all of Jacksonville’s listed team receiving yardage. However, the absence of a passing touchdown meant Jacksonville had to rely on other parts of its offense for scoring.

The two sacks are another important detail. Sacks can influence offensive efficiency because they create lost yardage and often place the offense in more difficult down-and-distance situations.

Jacksonville’s passing attack also generated 29 total targets according to the supplied team receiving data. Parker Washington accounted for 12 of those targets, making him the most prominent individual receiving option in the statistics provided.

Bo Nix Passing Performance

Bo Nix produced the strongest passing numbers in the matchup.

He completed 22 of 31 attempts for 288 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. He was not sacked.

His completion rate was approximately 71.0 percent.

The line:

• Completions: 22
• Attempts: 31
• Completion percentage: 71.0%
• Passing yards: 288
• Passing touchdowns: 1
• Interceptions: 1
• Sacks: 0

The 288 passing yards were 99 more than Lawrence’s total.

Nix also avoided the two sacks Jacksonville recorded against its own quarterback. That difference matters because Denver’s passing offense was able to generate its yardage without losing a recorded sack.

Nix did throw one interception, matching Lawrence’s interception total. The difference in the game therefore was not simply turnover count. Passing volume, efficiency, protection, receiving production, and fourth-quarter scoring all contributed to the final outcome.

Passing Comparison

A direct comparison provides a clearer picture.

Passing Statistic	Trevor Lawrence	Bo Nix
Completions	17	22
Attempts	29	31
Completion Rate	58.6%	71.0%
Yards	189	288
Touchdowns	0	1
Interceptions	1	1
Sacks	2	0

Nix had advantages in completions, completion percentage, passing yards, and touchdowns.

Lawrence and Nix were equal in interceptions.

The notable difference was that Denver’s quarterback generated considerably more passing production while also avoiding a recorded sack.

That does not mean every aspect of quarterback performance can be reduced to the table. Passing statistics are affected by protection, route design, receiver performance, field position, defensive pressure, and game situation. Still, the available numbers clearly show Denver’s passing attack produced more yardage and scoring output.

Jacksonville Rushing Production

Jacksonville finished with 24 team rushing attempts for 95 yards, an average of 4.0 yards per carry.

The Jaguars’ rushing totals were:

• Attempts: 24
• Yards: 95
• Average: 4.0 yards per carry
• Touchdowns: 1
• Longest run: 16 yards

Bhayshul Tuten was Jacksonville’s leading rusher with 13 carries for 65 yards. He averaged 5.0 yards per carry and scored one touchdown.

His longest run was 16 yards.

Tuten therefore accounted for a substantial share of Jacksonville’s rushing production. His 65 yards represented roughly 68 percent of the team’s 95 rushing yards.

That concentration is significant because it shows how heavily one runner contributed to the Jaguars’ ground attack.

Jacksonville’s team rushing average of 4.0 yards per attempt was slightly better than Denver’s 3.7-yard average. Despite that advantage in per-carry production, the Jaguars did not produce enough total offensive scoring to hold their early lead.

Denver Rushing Production

Denver recorded 28 rushing attempts for 104 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per carry.

The Broncos’ rushing line was:

• Attempts: 28
• Yards: 104
• Average: 3.7 yards per carry
• Touchdowns: 1
• Longest run: 16 yards

Jonah Coleman led Denver with 10 carries for 39 yards. He averaged 3.9 yards per carry and scored one touchdown.

His longest run was 12 yards.

Denver’s overall rushing total exceeded Jacksonville’s by nine yards, although Jacksonville had the slightly better yards-per-carry figure.

This is an example of why total yardage and efficiency should be considered together. Denver ran the ball more frequently, which helped it reach 104 total rushing yards despite the lower average per attempt.

Rushing Comparison

Rushing Statistic	Jacksonville	Denver
Team Attempts	24	28
Team Yards	95	104
Average	4.0	3.7
Team TDs	1	1
Longest Run	16	16
Leading Rusher	Bhayshul Tuten	Jonah Coleman
Leading Rusher Yards	65	39

The rushing battle was relatively close.

Jacksonville had the better average, while Denver produced more total rushing yards and used four additional attempts.

Both teams scored one rushing touchdown according to the supplied statistics.

Parker Washington Leads Jacksonville Receivers

Parker Washington was Jacksonville’s leading receiver with seven receptions for 98 yards.

His receiving line included:

• Receptions: 7
• Yards: 98
• Average: 14.0 yards per reception
• Touchdowns: 0
• Longest reception: 32 yards
• Targets: 12

Washington’s 12 targets were the highest individual target count listed for either Jacksonville receiver group in the supplied data.

His seven catches represented a significant part of Jacksonville’s passing production. He generated 98 of the team’s 189 receiving yards, accounting for more than half of the team’s total receiving yardage.

The 32-yard longest reception also indicates that Jacksonville was capable of creating explosive passing plays, even though the overall passing total remained below Denver’s.

Washington’s performance is therefore one of the clearest positive individual statistical results for Jacksonville in this game.

Jaylen Waddle Produces Denver’s Biggest Receiving Total

Jaylen Waddle was the standout receiver for Denver, recording eight receptions for 138 yards.

His statistics were:

• Receptions: 8
• Yards: 138
• Average: 17.3 yards per reception
• Touchdowns: 0
• Longest reception: 49 yards
• Targets: 10

Waddle’s 138 yards were the highest receiving total in the matchup.

His 49-yard longest reception was also the largest listed reception of the game. That type of explosive play helps explain why Denver’s passing offense finished with 288 yards.

Waddle averaged 17.3 yards per reception, considerably higher than Washington’s 14.0-yard average.

Although Waddle did not record a touchdown, his yardage contribution was substantial.

Receiving Comparison

Statistic	Parker Washington	Jaylen Waddle
Receptions	7	8
Targets	12	10
Receiving Yards	98	138
Average	14.0	17.3
Touchdowns	0	0
Longest Reception	32	49

Waddle finished with 40 more receiving yards than Washington despite receiving two fewer targets.

Washington had the higher target count, while Waddle produced more receptions, yards, average yards per reception, and a longer individual play.

This comparison demonstrates why targets alone should not be treated as a complete measure of receiving production.

Team Receiving Numbers

The team receiving totals provide additional context.

Jacksonville recorded:

• 17 receptions
• 189 receiving yards
• 11.1 yards per reception
• 0 receiving touchdowns
• 32-yard longest reception
• 29 total targets

Denver recorded:

• 22 receptions
• 288 receiving yards
• 13.1 yards per reception
• 1 receiving touchdown
• 49-yard longest reception
• 29 total targets

Both teams had 29 listed targets.

The major difference came in what they produced from those opportunities.

Denver caught 22 passes compared with Jacksonville’s 17. The Broncos also gained 288 yards compared with 189 for Jacksonville.

Denver therefore averaged more receiving yards per catch and generated significantly more total passing production from the same listed number of targets.

Defensive Player Statistics

Defense played an important role in the final result.

Jacksonville recorded 62 total tackles, 39 solo tackles, two tackles for loss, three passes defended, and three quarterback hits.

Denver recorded 60 total tackles, 37 solo tackles, five tackles for loss, seven passes defended, seven quarterback hits, and two sacks.

The numbers show that Denver generated more disruption in several categories.

Jacksonville’s Defensive Leader

Foyesade Oluokun led Jacksonville with seven tackles, including five solo tackles.

The Jaguars also received one interception from Jourdan Lewis.

Lewis finished with one interception, zero interception return yards, and no defensive touchdown.

Jacksonville’s defense therefore created a turnover but did not record a sack.

Denver’s Defensive Leader

Alex Singleton led Denver with nine tackles, including five solo tackles.

Denver’s defense also recorded:

• Two sacks
• Five tackles for loss
• Seven passes defended
• Seven quarterback hits
• One interception

Riley Moss recorded Denver’s interception. He returned it three yards and did not score a touchdown.

The seven quarterback hits are particularly notable because they indicate consistent pressure even beyond the two official sacks.

Defensive Comparison

Defensive Statistic	Jacksonville	Denver
Total Tackles	62	60
Solo Tackles	39	37
Sacks	0	2
Tackles for Loss	2	5
Passes Defended	3	7
QB Hits	3	7
Interceptions	1	1
Leading Tackler	Foyesade Oluokun, 7	Alex Singleton, 9

Jacksonville actually recorded more total tackles, 62 to 60.

However, Denver produced more sacks, tackles for loss, passes defended, and quarterback hits.

That distinction is important. Total tackles indicate involvement, but they do not always measure how disruptive a defense was before or at the line of scrimmage.

Turnovers and Ball Security

Each team recorded one interception.

Jacksonville’s Jourdan Lewis intercepted one pass, while Denver’s Riley Moss also recorded one interception.

Neither team is listed with a lost fumble.

Parker Washington recorded one fumble for Jacksonville but recovered it himself. Kris Abrams-Draine recorded one fumble for Denver and also recovered it.

The supplied data therefore shows:

Turnover Category	Jacksonville	Denver
Interceptions Made	1	1
Fumbles Listed	1	1
Fumbles Lost	0	0
Fumble Recovery	Parker Washington	Kris Abrams-Draine

Because both teams had one interception and no listed lost fumble, the turnover totals were relatively balanced.

The final score cannot therefore be explained simply by one team giving the ball away much more often.

Special Teams Production

Special teams also contributed useful context.

Jacksonville

Cam Little converted two of three field-goal attempts and made his only extra-point attempt.

His field-goal percentage was 66.7 percent, with a longest successful field goal of 44 yards.

He finished with seven points.

Logan Cooke punted four times for 185 yards, averaging 46.3 yards per punt. Three of his punts went inside the 20-yard line, with a longest punt of 55 yards.

Ameer Abdullah handled kick returns, producing two returns for 54 yards. His average was 27.0 yards, with a longest return of 30 yards.

Parker Washington also returned two punts for 12 yards.

Denver

Wil Lutz made both of his field-goal attempts and both extra-point attempts.

He finished 2-for-2 on field goals, a 100 percent conversion rate, with a longest field goal of 45 yards. His eight points were the highest listed kicking total in the game.

Jeremy Crawshaw punted three times for 137 yards, averaging 45.7 yards per punt. His longest punt was 48 yards, and the supplied data lists zero punts inside the 20.

Tyler Badie returned three kickoffs for 84 yards, averaging 28.0 yards per return. His longest return was 38 yards.

Kris Abrams-Draine recorded two punt returns for two yards.

Why Denver’s Fourth Quarter Matters

The most important part of the scoring summary is the fourth quarter.

Jacksonville led 13-6 entering the final period. Denver then scored 14 points while Jacksonville scored none.

That means the Broncos’ decisive advantage came late rather than being built steadily from the opening kickoff.

This context matters when reading the player statistics.

Denver’s offense finished with:

• 288 passing yards
• 104 rushing yards
• 392 total yards based on the supplied passing and rushing totals
• One passing touchdown
• One rushing touchdown

Jacksonville finished with:

• 189 passing yards
• 95 rushing yards
• 284 total yards based on the supplied passing and rushing totals
• One rushing touchdown
• No passing touchdown

The difference in listed offensive yardage is 108 yards in Denver’s favor.

That is a substantial statistical gap in a seven-point game.

What the Numbers Say About Offensive Efficiency

The raw totals reveal several patterns.

First, Denver’s passing game was significantly more productive. Nix’s 288 passing yards were 99 more than Lawrence’s 189.

Second, Denver had more total rushing attempts and slightly more rushing yards.

Third, Denver’s receivers generated more production from the same listed number of targets.

Fourth, Denver’s offense produced both a passing touchdown and a rushing touchdown, while Jacksonville’s supplied statistics show one rushing touchdown and no passing touchdown.

These numbers help explain why Denver could overcome a 13-6 deficit and finish with a 20-13 victory.

However, the game was not dominated statistically in every category. Jacksonville had a better team rushing average, more total tackles, and one interception, matching Denver’s turnover creation.

The result therefore came from a combination of production rather than one overwhelming statistical category.

What the Numbers Say About Defensive Pressure

The defensive pressure statistics favor Denver in several important areas.

Denver had two sacks compared with none for Jacksonville.

The Broncos also recorded seven quarterback hits compared with three for the Jaguars.

Denver had five tackles for loss compared with Jacksonville’s two.

Pass defense was another difference. Denver recorded seven passes defended, while Jacksonville recorded three.

These figures suggest that Denver’s defense generated more measurable disruption against the passing game.

Jacksonville still produced a takeaway through Lewis’s interception, so the Jaguars were able to create a major defensive play. But the broader pressure statistics show more consistent disruption from Denver.

The Importance of Explosive Plays

Explosive plays can change the shape of an NFL game.

In this matchup, Waddle’s 49-yard reception was the longest listed reception. Washington’s longest reception was 32 yards.

On the ground, both teams had a longest rush of 16 yards.

The difference in the passing game is therefore especially notable.

Denver’s ability to produce a 49-yard reception, combined with Waddle’s 138 receiving yards and Nix’s 288 passing yards, gave the Broncos a stronger explosive passing profile in the supplied statistics.

Jacksonville had its own explosive contribution through Washington, but the overall passing volume and yardage were lower.

A Closer Look at the Leading Players

Several players stand out when the complete statistical picture is considered.

Bo Nix

Nix was Denver’s leading passer with 288 yards, 22 completions, one touchdown, and one interception. His 71.0 percent completion rate was higher than Lawrence’s 58.6 percent.

Jaylen Waddle

Waddle led all listed receivers with 138 yards and eight catches. His 49-yard longest reception was also the biggest receiving play in the supplied data.

Jonah Coleman

Coleman led Denver’s rushing group with 39 yards and one touchdown on 10 carries.

Alex Singleton

Singleton recorded nine tackles, the highest individual tackle total listed in the matchup.

Trevor Lawrence

Lawrence completed 17 of 29 passes for 189 yards. He did not throw a touchdown and was intercepted once.

Bhayshul Tuten

Tuten was Jacksonville’s leading rusher with 65 yards on 13 carries and scored one rushing touchdown.

Parker Washington

Washington led Jacksonville’s receiving group with seven catches for 98 yards. He also contributed in the return game and recorded a fumble that he recovered.

Foyesade Oluokun

Oluokun led the Jaguars with seven tackles, five of them solo.

A Practical Way to Read These Player Stats

If you are comparing player performances from this game, it helps to avoid focusing on one number.

For quarterbacks, look at completions, attempts, completion percentage, yardage, touchdowns, interceptions, and sacks together.

For running backs, compare carries, yards, average, touchdowns, and longest run.

For receivers, targets should be considered alongside receptions, yards, average, touchdowns, and longest reception.

For defenders, tackles alone do not tell the whole story. Sacks, tackles for loss, quarterback hits, passes defended, and interceptions provide additional context.

For kickers and specialists, field-goal attempts, conversions, extra points, punting efficiency, and return yardage can help explain field-position advantages.

Using this broader approach makes the jacksonville jaguars vs denver broncos match player stats much more useful than simply listing the final score.

Key Statistical Takeaways

The most important numbers from the supplied game data are:

1. Denver won 20-13.
2. Jacksonville led 13-6 entering the fourth quarter.
3. Denver scored 14 fourth-quarter points.
4. Bo Nix passed for 288 yards and one touchdown.
5. Trevor Lawrence passed for 189 yards with one interception.
6. Jaylen Waddle recorded 138 receiving yards.
7. Parker Washington recorded 98 receiving yards.
8. Bhayshul Tuten rushed for 65 yards and one touchdown.
9. Jonah Coleman rushed for 39 yards and one touchdown.
10. Alex Singleton led all listed defenders with nine tackles.
11. Foyesade Oluokun led Jacksonville with seven tackles.
12. Denver recorded two sacks while Jacksonville recorded none.
13. Both teams recorded one interception.
14. Denver finished with 104 rushing yards compared with Jacksonville’s 95.
15. Denver finished with 288 receiving yards compared with Jacksonville’s 189.

Together, these numbers explain why the Broncos were able to turn a six-point fourth-quarter deficit into a seven-point victory.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Denver Broncos?

The Denver Broncos defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-13 on September 21, 2026, in Week 3.

Who was the leading passer in the game?

Bo Nix was the leading passer. He completed 22 of 31 attempts for 288 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.

Who led Jacksonville in rushing?

Bhayshul Tuten led Jacksonville with 13 carries for 65 yards and one rushing touchdown.

Who was the leading receiver?

Jaylen Waddle led all listed receivers with eight receptions for 138 yards. His longest reception was 49 yards.

Who led the game in tackles?

Alex Singleton led the listed defensive statistics with nine tackles, including five solo tackles.

How many sacks did each team record?

Denver recorded two sacks, while Jacksonville recorded zero sacks in the supplied statistics.

Conclusion

The jacksonville jaguars vs denver broncos match player stats show a game that was closer on the scoreboard than the overall offensive production might suggest.

Jacksonville produced 95 rushing yards and 189 passing yards, with Tuten and Washington providing the team’s leading contributions on the ground and through the air. Lawrence completed 17 of 29 passes but did not throw a touchdown.

Denver produced 104 rushing yards and 288 passing yards. Nix completed 22 of 31 passes for 288 yards and one touchdown, while Waddle delivered 138 receiving yards. Denver also created more defensive pressure, recording two sacks, five tackles for loss, seven passes defended, and seven quarterback hits.

The most important scoring detail was the fourth quarter. Jacksonville entered the period ahead 13-6, but Denver scored 14 points without a Jacksonville response. That late scoring surge ultimately determined the 20-13 result.

Looking at the full statistical profile gives a clearer understanding of the matchup. Denver had the stronger passing output, more total rushing yards, greater defensive pressure, and more receiving production. Jacksonville had a slightly better rushing average, more total tackles, and an interception, but those advantages did not produce enough late scoring to preserve the lead.

For readers studying NFL box scores, the game is a useful reminder that final scores should be examined alongside passing efficiency, rushing workload, receiving production, defensive pressure, turnovers, and quarter-by-quarter scoring.