In a dramatic Monday Night Football matchup on October 6, 2025, the Jacksonville Jaguars secured a 31–28 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, culminating in a game-winning touchdown by quarterback Trevor Lawrence. However, the play drew criticism toward Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones for his perceived lack of effort during the decisive moment.
Game-Winning Play
With 23 seconds remaining and the Jaguars trailing 28–24, Lawrence took the snap on a 1st-and-goal at the Chiefs’ 1-yard line. He stumbled after stepping on his offensive lineman’s foot, falling twice before scrambling to his feet, evading a tackle attempt by defensive lineman Jerry Tillery, and diving into the end zone for the go-ahead touchdown. Lawrence completed 18 of 25 passes for 221 yards, one touchdown, and rushed for two scores, including the game-winner Reuters.
Criticism of Chris Jones
During Lawrence’s scramble, Jones appeared to slow his pursuit after initially moving toward the quarterback. This lack of urgency was noted by fans and analysts, with some suggesting that Jones could have prevented the touchdown had he maintained his effort. Former NFL All-Pro Aqib Talib commented on the play, stating that Jones showed minimal effort SI.
Post-Game Response
Following the game, Jones acknowledged the defensive breakdowns, particularly by the defensive line, including missed containment and poor rush lane discipline. Despite a final drive attempt by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs couldn’t recover, dropping to a 2–3 record, while the Jaguars improved to 4–1 under new head coach Liam Coen New York Post.
The Jaguars’ victory marked their first win over the Chiefs since 2009 and ended an eight-game losing streak to Kansas City The Guardian. The Chiefs now face a quick turnaround for a high-profile showdown against the Detroit Lions on “Sunday Night Football.”
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