The Jacksonville Jaguars will be playing on Monday Night Football for the first time in 12 years when they take on the Cincinnati Bengals. While there is a lot of hype around this prime time game, should the Jaguars be worried about it being a distraction?

According to the Jacksonville Florida Times-Union, the Jaguars have played in 15 Monday night games with a record of 8-7. Some notable games include a victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1997, a win against the Miami Dolphins in 1998, and a victory over the New York Jets in 1999.

In recent years, the Jaguars have had success in prime time games under head coach Doug Pederson. They have won four prime time games since his arrival in 2022, including victories over the New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, Tennessee Titans, and Los Angeles Chargers.

While some fans may consider this game a trap, the Times-Union argues that the Bengals should not be underestimated. Despite losing quarterback Joe Burrow for the season due to injury, the Bengals are still a talented team with the motivation to make it to the postseason.

Overall, playing on Monday Night Football should not be a problem for the Jaguars. They have a history of success in prime time games and have shown the ability to stay focused and perform well. As long as the Jaguars are mentally and physically prepared, they should have a good chance of coming out with a victory.