The Jacksonville Jaguars vs Buffalo Bills match player stats from the AFC Wild Card round show a 27-24 Buffalo win on January 11, 2026, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville. Buffalo entered the game at 12-5 as a wild card qualifier, while Jacksonville hosted as AFC South champions at 13-4.
Bills safety Jordan Poyer left with a hamstring injury in the third quarter, and Jaguars receiver Gabe Davis was carted off with a knee injury in the fourth. Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen threw for 273 yards and ran for two touchdowns, and a late interception by Cole Bishop off a tipped Trevor Lawrence pass sealed the win for the Bills.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Date | January 11, 2026 |
| Venue | EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL |
| Competition | NFL AFC Wild Card Round |
| Final Score | Buffalo Bills 27, Jacksonville Jaguars 24 |
| Records Entering Game | Bills 12-5, Jaguars 13-4 |
Pre-Match Context
Jacksonville finished the regular season at 13-4 and won the AFC South, earning the right to host a home playoff game. Buffalo finished 12-5 and qualified as a wild card team, needing a road win to keep its season alive.
Both teams needed the win to advance in the AFC bracket. Buffalo’s offensive line kept Josh Allen upright for most of the afternoon, allowing just one sack. In the third quarter, Bills safety Jordan Poyer was ruled out with a hamstring injury, forcing rookie Jordan Hancock and second-year safety Cole Bishop into extended snaps in the secondary.
Jacksonville also dealt with lineup changes up front, as right guard Patrick Mekari left with a back injury and left guard Ezra Cleveland battled through his own issue, alternating snaps with rookie Wyatt Milum.
Quarter by Quarter Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Buffalo Bills | 3 | 7 | 3 | 14 | 27 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 0 | 7 | 3 | 14 | 24 |
First Quarter
Buffalo opened the scoring with a 50 yard field goal from Matt Prater at the 2:54 mark. Jacksonville did not score in the opening period, leaving the Bills ahead 3-0 heading into the second quarter.
Second Quarter
Jacksonville answered early in the quarter when Trevor Lawrence found Brian Thomas for a 3 yard touchdown pass, with Cam Little’s extra point tying the game at 7-3 in the Jaguars’ favor on the scoreboard swing. Buffalo responded before halftime as Josh Allen scored on a 2 yard rush, and Prater’s extra point put the Bills back on top 10-7 heading into the break.
Third Quarter
Both teams traded field goals in the third quarter. Matt Prater connected from 47 yards to extend Buffalo’s lead to 13-7. Jacksonville answered with a 43 yard field goal from Cam Little, cutting the deficit to 13-10 heading into the fourth quarter.
Fourth Quarter
The fourth quarter produced four scoring changes. Parker Washington caught a 6 yard touchdown pass from Lawrence to put Jacksonville ahead 17-13. Buffalo answered when Allen found Dalton Kincaid for a 15 yard score, making it 20-17 Bills.
Jacksonville regained the lead when Lawrence connected with Travis Etienne on a 14 yard touchdown pass, putting the Jaguars up 24-20. Buffalo took the lead for good with just over a minute left, as Josh Allen scored on a 1 yard rush to make it 27-24.
final possession ended when Trevor Lawrence’s pass was tipped by Tre’Davious White and intercepted by Cole Bishop.
Team Stats Comparison
| Stat | Buffalo Bills | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| Total Yards | 340 | 359 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| First Downs | 20 | 20 |
| Third Down | 7/14 | 5/9 |
| Fourth Down | 2/2 | 0/1 |
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
Turnovers and fourth down execution separated the two teams in a game that was tied or within one score for most of the afternoon.
- Jacksonville turned the ball over twice, both interceptions thrown by Trevor Lawrence, while Buffalo protected the ball for most of the game.
- Buffalo converted both of its fourth down attempts, including a short yardage conversion on the go ahead drive.
- Josh Allen was sacked only once behind a Buffalo offensive line that limited Jacksonville’s pass rush.
- Trevor Lawrence was sacked once but was pressured on the game-ending interception, which was tipped before the catch.
- Both teams finished with 20 first downs, showing how evenly the game was played through four quarters.
Full Box Score – Buffalo Bills
Josh Allen led Buffalo’s offense through the air and on the ground, completing 28 of 35 passes for 273 yards and a touchdown while adding two rushing touchdowns. Khalil Shakir was his top target with 12 receptions for 82 yards, and James Cook led the rushing attack despite being held under 50 yards by Jacksonville’s run defense.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| Josh Allen | 28/35 | 273 | 1 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| Josh Allen | 11 | 33 | 3.0 | 2 |
| James Cook | 15 | 46 | 3.1 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| Khalil Shakir | 12 | 82 | 6.8 | 0 |
| Brandin Cooks | 3 | 58 | 19.3 | 0 |
| Keon Coleman | 1 | 36 | 36.0 | 0 |
| Dawson Knox | 3 | 30 | 10.0 | 0 |
| Dalton Kincaid | 3 | 28 | 9.3 | 1 |
| Gabe Davis | 2 | 14 | 7.0 | 0 |
| Tyrell Shavers | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 0 |
| James Cook | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | 0 |
| Frank Gore Jr. | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (made/att) | XP (made/att) | Total Points |
| Matt Prater | 2/2 | 3/3 | 9 |
Returns
No return statistics of note were recorded for Buffalo in the official box score for this game.
Defense
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play (INT/PD/FR) |
| Shaq Thompson | 8 (6 solo) | 0 | – |
| Greg Rousseau | – | 1 | – |
Full Box Score – Jacksonville Jaguars
Trevor Lawrence threw for 207 yards and three touchdowns but was intercepted twice, including the game-sealing pick in the final minute. Travis Etienne led Jacksonville’s ground game with 67 yards on 10 carries and also caught a touchdown pass, while Parker Washington was the game’s leading receiver with 107 yards and a score.
Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT |
| Trevor Lawrence | 18/30 | 207 | 3 | 2 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| Travis Etienne | 10 | 67 | 6.7 | 0 |
| Bhayshul Tuten | 4 | 51 | 12.8 | 0 |
| Trevor Lawrence | 6 | 31 | 5.2 | 0 |
| LeQuint Allen | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Parker Washington | 2 | 2 | 1.0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| Parker Washington | 7 | 107 | 15.3 | 1 |
| Travis Etienne | 5 | 49 | 9.8 | 1 |
| Brian Thomas | 2 | 21 | 10.5 | 1 |
| Brenton Strange | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 0 |
| LeQuint Allen | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 0 |
| Jakobi Meyers | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | FG (made/att) | XP (made/att) | Total Points |
| Cam Little | 1/1 | 3/3 | 6 |
Returns
No return statistics of note were recorded for Jacksonville in the official box score for this game.
Defense
| Player | Tackles | Sacks | Key Play (INT/PD/FR) |
| Eric Murray | 7 (4 solo) | 0 | – |
| Josh Hines-Allen | – | 1 | – |
Game Leaders / Top Performers
Josh Allen was the difference maker for Buffalo, accounting for three total touchdowns and directing the go-ahead drive in the final two minutes. Khalil Shakir set a career postseason high with 12 receptions, becoming the first Bills player since 1999 to reach nine or more catches in a playoff game.
On the Jacksonville side, Parker Washington was the most productive receiver of the game with 107 yards and a touchdown, while Travis Etienne contributed on the ground and through the air. Cole Bishop delivered the game-ending play, hauling in the tipped interception to close out the Bills’ win.
| Player | Team | Stat Line |
| Josh Allen | Buffalo | 273 pass yds, 1 pass TD, 33 rush yds, 2 rush TD |
| Khalil Shakir | Buffalo | 12 rec, 82 yds |
| Trevor Lawrence | Jacksonville | 207 pass yds, 3 pass TD, 2 INT |
| Parker Washington | Jacksonville | 7 rec, 107 yds, 1 TD |
| Travis Etienne | Jacksonville | 10 car, 67 yds, 5 rec, 49 yds, 1 TD |
Starting Lineups
| Position | Buffalo Bills | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| QB | Josh Allen | Trevor Lawrence |
| RB | James Cook | Travis Etienne |
| WR | Khalil Shakir | Brian Thomas |
| TE | Dalton Kincaid | Brenton Strange |
Injury Report
| Player | Injury | Status |
| Jordan Poyer (BUF) | Hamstring | Out (left in 3rd quarter) |
| Gabe Davis (JAX) | Knee | Out (left in 4th quarter) |
| Patrick Mekari (JAX) | Back | Left game in 3rd quarter |
Jordan Poyer’s exit forced Buffalo to rely on rookie Jordan Hancock and second-year safety Cole Bishop in the secondary. Gabe Davis, who played for Jacksonville the previous season, was carted off after his knee injury in the fourth quarter. Jacksonville’s offensive line also absorbed a blow when right guard Patrick Mekari left with a back injury, with left guard Ezra Cleveland playing through his own ailment.
Season Series and Head to Head
Buffalo and Jacksonville have met 21 times, including three postseason games, with the Bills now holding the edge in the all-time series after this win.
| Meeting | Result |
| January 11, 2026 (AFC Wild Card) | Bills 27, Jaguars 24 |
Conference / League Standings
Jacksonville entered the playoffs as AFC South division champions after finishing the regular season at 13-4, earning a home game in the Wild Card round. Buffalo qualified as a wild card team at 12-5. With the win, Buffalo advanced to the AFC Divisional Round to face the top-seeded Denver Broncos on the road, while Jacksonville’s season ended in the Wild Card round.
Broadcast and Stream Information
| Broadcast | Details |
| Network | CBS |
| Game Time | 1:00 PM ET |
| Venue | EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL |
Conclusion
Buffalo’s win over Jacksonville came down to ball security and execution in short yardage situations. The Bills converted both of their fourth down attempts and avoided the turnovers that hurt Jacksonville twice. Josh Allen’s dual threat ability proved decisive on the game’s final scoring drive.
Jacksonville’s season ends after a 13-4 regular season and a home playoff loss, while Buffalo moves on to face Denver in the Divisional Round with a chance to build on its first road playoff win in decades.
FAQ
What was the final score of the Jaguars vs Bills Wild Card game?
The Buffalo Bills defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars by a score of 27-24 in the AFC Wild Card round on January 11, 2026.
Who led the Bills in passing yards against the Jaguars?
Josh Allen led Buffalo with 273 passing yards, one passing touchdown, and two rushing touchdowns in the win.
Who was Jacksonville’s top receiver in the loss to Buffalo? Parker Washington led the Jaguars with seven receptions for 107 yards and a touchdown in the Wild Card loss.
What sealed the Bills’ win over the Jaguars? Safety Cole Bishop intercepted a tipped Trevor Lawrence pass in the final minute to end Jacksonville’s final drive.
Which key players were injured during the Jaguars vs Bills game? Bills safety Jordan Poyer left with a hamstring injury, and Jaguars receiver Gabe Davis was carted off with a knee injury.
Where was the Jaguars vs Bills Wild Card game played? The game was played at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, in front of an announced crowd of 70,250.
What happens next for the Buffalo Bills after beating the Jaguars? Buffalo advanced to the AFC Divisional Round to play at the top-seeded Denver Broncos the following weekend.
