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The Jacksonville Jaguars haven’t fared very well against the NFL’s elite defenses this season. It’s a hurdle the Jaguars (8-5) need to overcome against Baltimore on Sunday night if they’re going to avoid a three-game skid and stay in the hunt for the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs. The Ravens (10-3) rank second in yards allowed, second in points and lead the league with 49 sacks.
The Ravens have won seven of their last eight to move atop the conference while Jacksonville is trying to avoid a third consecutive loss to the AFC North.
After watching Justin Madubuike sack the quarterback in game after game, Baltimore coach John Harbaugh figured his defensive tackle might be accomplishing something special. The league record is 11, so he has a chance to tie it Sunday night at Jacksonville. “I’m for that," Harbaugh said.