The Jacksonville Jaguars entered Week 11 needing to prove they could bounce back after allowing one of the most disappointing comebacks in recent history. They did so in dominant fashion, controlling the game on both sides of the ball in the most one-sided victory of the year as they defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 35-6.
On such an assertive showing, it's hard not to highlight everyone who suited up. But, we're gonna give it a try: Here are four winners and two losers (sort of) in the Jaguars' dominating victory over the Chargers.
Jaguars winner No.1: Rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten (and company)
Jaguars fans have long known the rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten could run his tail off. He's fast, explosive, and plays to the whistle. Now, he showed everyone how he runs hard and through contact. While his numbers weren't mind-blowing—he ran the ball 15 times for 74 yards and a touchdown—it was the effort he showed that fans should be excited about. While fifth-year veteran Travis Etienne Jr.'s next year is uncertain, Jaguars fans can rest easy with Tuten in their back pocket.
Even more, the Jaguars called 42 running plays for 183 yards (quarterback Trevor Lawrence added nine more yards and a touchdown). Etienne had similar numbers to Tuten, and LeQuint Allen Jr. even carried the ball eight times for 36 yards. Overall, it was a solid performance from the backfield.
Jaguars winner No. 2: Wide receiver Jakobi Meyes
Another reason for fans to be excited is wide receiver Jakobi Meyers. Again, his numbers weren't jump-off-the-board exciting—five receptions for 64 yards. Still, he and Lawrence look to be developing quite the rapport. Plus, Meyers caught five of his six targets. He's showing himself to be a reliable go-to after only two games.
Jaguars winner No. 3: Safety Antonio Johnson (and the secondary)
With safety Eric Murray on IR, rookie cornerback Travis Hunter out for the season, and cornerback Jourdan Lewis not playing, the Jaguars' secondary looked to be in rough shape coming into the game. This was an even more critical area of focus, considering they faced Justin Herbert, who'd thrown for 2,610 yards so far.
But safety Antonio Johnson—and others—stepped up. Thanks to a solid pass rush (more on them below), the secondary helped control the game, and Johnson logged his second interception of the year.
Jaguars winner No. 4: Defensive end Josh Hines-Allen (and the front seven)
While the secondary had a microscope on it entering Week 11, that same microscope was even more narrowed in on a Jacksonville pass rush that is overpaid and underperforming. Defensive end Josh Hines-Allen hasn't had the season everyone expected, and Travon Walker is still playing injured. But in their Week 11 win over the Chargers, Hines-Allen responded with a sack, a quarterback hit, a tackle for a loss, and a pass defensed. Walker added a half-sack of his own, not to mention drawing an intentional grounding call on the first play of the game.
Overall, the Jaguars' pass rush affected Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and backup Trey Lance. They helped control the game, giving their secondary a chance to make plays.
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Jaguars loser No.1: Punter Logan Cooke
Can you believe it? Jaguars punter Logan Cooke all but took the day off—he spent the entire game on the sideline. Just not good football...
Enjoy your day off, @LoganCooke2 0⃣#DUUUVAL https://t.co/l7eaiOZpRH pic.twitter.com/qpmiioi7no
— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) November 16, 2025
Jaguars loser No. 2: The fans
Ok, so this one is also a little tongue-in-cheek. When you win 35-6, it's a full team effort (except for Cooke), especially against an offense like the Chargers. So why are the fans losers? Because now we have some hope, and we know that's dangerous.
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Final thoughts
Fans were rightly worried about how the Jaguars would respond after they fell apart in the fourth quarter last week. Apparently, head coach Liam Coen wasn't as concerned, since the Jags came out and dominated the Chargers on both sides of the ball. Not only did they respond, but they controlled the game from the outset. This is one of those times I was happy to be wrong.