What happened: The Jacksonville Jaguars rank second in Pro Football Focus run-defense grading this season at 76.3, followed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Minnesota Vikings in a tie for third at 74.6. The Los Angeles Rams complete the league's top five at 71.1.

Why it matters: Minnesota's front has anchored a 6-0 start and the No. 1 seed across a six-game winning streak, while Jacksonville holds the No. 4 seed at 4-2. Early-down stoutness has also helped counterbalance pass-protection trouble for a Buccaneers squad that previously allowed the most sacks in the NFL, while the 3-4 Rams sit at the No. 10 seed despite a top-five ground defense.

What to watch: Minnesota looks to extend its 6-0 start in Week 8 after holding its last opponent to 10 points, while the 3-4 Rams aim to build on a 14-point road win.