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As the NFL International Games returns to London, fans in the UK are gearing up for three exciting matchups featuring some of the league’s biggest stars. The New York Jets will face the Minnesota Vikings, and the Jacksonville Jaguars will take on the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots.
From Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to Wembley, the action will be packed with drama and unforgettable moments. Whether seasoned veterans command the field or fresh talents make their mark, this year’s games promise to deliver top-tier entertainment.
In this article, we take a closer look at the key players who are set to light up the London stage. These are the names to watch as the NFL takes over the capital.
Caleb Williams – Chicago Bears
Let’s jump straight in at the second game of the 2024 London Games, which sees the Jags take on the Bears at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 13.
Jacksonville are regulars here, playing back-to-back games in London for the second year in a row, while the Bears come back for the first time since their defeat to the then-Oakland Raiders in 2019.
The new man at the helm for Chicago, Caleb Williams, is going to be one of the star attractions of this year’s London Games after being claimed by the Bears as the No.1 pick of the 2024 NFL draft.
Williams has had a tough start to his NFL career, as he threw more interceptions (2) than touchdowns (0) in his first two games, but he is constantly improving week-on-week, and this is his chance to shine and guide his side to victory in the Chicago Bears vs Jacksonville Jaguars odds.
Trevor Lawrence – Jacksonville Jaguars
No team has played in London more than the Jaguars, so it’s no wonder they are considered the ‘home’ side when the NFL comes to London each year.
As a result of their ever-growing presence in the capital, Jacksonville have garnered a massive following on this side of the pond.
Those fans will be very excited to see Trevor Lawrence live in the flesh again, especially after decent performances against the Atlanta Falcons and the Buffalo Bills last year.
At the time of this writing, the Jags have a lacklustre record of 1-4, but they are a different beast in London, and Lawrence could spur them on to victories over the Patriots and Bears.
DJ Moore – Chicago Bears
DJ Moore and Williams finally struck a chord in the Bears’ convincing 36-10 win over the Carolina Panthers last weekend.
The 27-year-old wide receiver was Williams’ top target, making five catches for 105 yards and scoring two touchdowns against his former team.
Things are finally starting to click for the Bears offence, and the Jags’ defence are going to have their work cut out if they are to stop Williams and Moore in London.
Rhamondre Stevenson – New England Patriots
Rhamondre Stevenson has been the best offensive player in a poor New England Patriots side, rushing for over 350 yards for three touchdowns, and he’ll be a popular choice to score a touchdown against the Jags in the NFL betting.
