What happened: Jacksonville beat Baltimore 33-10 on Nov. 5 to improve to 6-2 through eight games in 2026. Yahoo Sports noted it is the franchise's best start since 2023 and asked whether the Jaguars are legit Super Bowl contenders.

Why it matters: A 23-point road win is the kind of result contenders produce, and it extends the Jaguars' current winning streak to two games. The No. 3 seed shows the record is already translating into standing, so the contender label has more support than a fast start alone.