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Terps in the NFL: J.C. Jackson’s all-around game helps New England clinch playoff berth

New England Patriots star cornerback and Pro Bowl selection J.C. Jackson had one of his more all-around performances of this season on Sunday, en route to a 50-10 victory over Jacksonville that helped the Patriots clinch a playoff berth.

Jackson totaled four tackles, along with a tackle for loss, an interception, and a pass deflection. It was his eighth interception this season, which is second in the NFL behind Dallas’ Trevon Diggs, and his 22nd pass deflection, which leads the league.

Right before halftime, Jackson jumped the passing lane of a pass that was intended from quarterback Trevor Lawrence to veteran wide receiver Tavon Austin and picked the throw off.