Jaguars: Lawrence leads 42-7 rout of Colts

Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes to lead the Jacksonville Jaguars to a 42-7 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. The win extended Jacksonville's home winning streak against Indianapolis to 12 games. The Jaguars improved to 5-2 while the Colts fell to 2-6.

Lawrence connected with Brian Thomas Jr. for one of the touchdowns. Thomas Jr. had been recently moved to the bench. Lawrence also found Bhayshul Tuten on a screen pass in the third quarter. He completed a 31-yard strike to rookie Nate Boerkircher in the first half.

Tuten added a 39-yard rushing touchdown after breaking three tackles. Rayuan Lane returned an interception 92 yards for a score with 10 seconds left in the second quarter. Jacksonville entered halftime with a 28-0 lead. That margin represents the third-largest halftime lead in franchise history.

The loss came five days after Indianapolis traded two of its top players. The team sent defensive tackle DeForest Buckner and veteran guard Quenton Nelson elsewhere to fuel a reconstruction process. The Colts also dismissed general manager Chris Ballard last month. Reports indicate the team is open to trading star running back Jonathan Taylor.

Taylor was limited to 23 yards on eight carries in the loss. He also fumbled the ball during a botched trick play. The Colts' run defense faces additional challenges after tackle DaVon Hamilton suffered a significant right knee injury in the second quarter. Teammates gathered around him as staff brought a cart to the field. Hamilton left the game minutes later.

The Jaguars dominated the game in the rain. Lawrence's performance highlighted the team's offensive depth. The Colts' roster changes have altered their competitive outlook for the remainder of the season. The Jaguars will look to maintain their home form in upcoming weeks.