DARRYNTON EVANS NEWS

Considered day-to-day Coach Mike Vrabel said Evans (knee) is day-to-day after his early exit from Friday's preseason win over Atlanta, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Evans got the start and took four carries for 26 yards, working ahead of Jeremy McNichols, Brian Hill and Mekhi Sargent. The Titans then used McNichols and Sargent throughout the second quarter, followed by Hill and Sargent after halftime. Only Evans topped 3.6 YPC, though Sargent (16 carries for 58 yards) and Hill (12 for 43) did handle far more volume. Assuming the knee injury isn't serious, Evans remains the favorite for the No. 2 RB spot behind workhorse Derrick Henry. It's a job that likely includes third-down snaps, though the Titans could use one player for that role and another as the backup on early downs. Evans appeared capable of both assignments Friday night, albeit in a brief appearance before the knee injury forced him out.

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 14, 2021

Woodside, Barkley throw TDs as Titans stop Falcons 23-3

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AUGUST 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up knee injury Evans is questionable to return to Friday's preseason game in Atlanta, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Evans limped off the field late in the first quarter but not before taking four carries for 26 yards and gathering in his only target for two yards. He started for stud running back Derrick Henry, who clearly doesn't need reps during exhibition season, but Evans' opportunity may be short-lived. If Evans is unable to return, Brian Hill, Jeremy McNichols and Mekhi Sargent will be the RBs available to the Titans offense.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Darrynton Evans Shakes DB with Sweet Move on 15-Yard Run ' Game Highlight  Tennessee Titans running back Darrynton Evans rushes for 15 yards.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Darrynton Evans shakes DB with sweet move on 15-yard run Tennessee Titans running back Darrynton Evans rushes for 15 yards.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • NFL.COM

Tennessee Titans to start Darrynton Evans at running back in preseason opener vs. Falcons, Mike Vrabel says Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel said second-year pro Darrynton Evans will be the starting running back in Friday's preseason opener.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Getting starting nod Friday Coach Mike Vrabel relayed Wednesday that Evans will start Friday's preseason contest in Atlanta, John Glennon of BroadwaySportsMedia.com reports.

Impact With Derrick Henry not needing many, if any, preseason touches, Evans and the rest of the Titans backfield are poised for plenty of work in the team's three exhibitions. As a rookie third-rounder last season, Evans battled injuries and fumbles, averaging just 3.9 yards on 14 carries and hauling in two of four targets for 27 yards and one TD in five appearances.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Getting heavy workload Evans has adjusted well to new wrinkles in the offense and has carried a big workload in camp, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Evans was listed as the co-No. 2 running back on the team's initial depth chart. That was a strong vote of confidence for the second-year back and this report only reinforces that placement. Evans may find it difficult to fully surpass Brian Hill on the depth chart early on in the season, though he could be in a position to get some work behind Derrick Henry -- particularly in the passing game.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In competition for backup job Evans was listed alongside Brian Hill as the Titans' second running back on the first official depth chart of the season, Gentry Estes of the Tennessean reports.

Impact Evans was expected to battle with Hill and Jeremy McNichols for the team's second running back job. That Evans is already listed ahead of McNichols is a significant step forward, as he was sidelined for large portions of his rookie campaign with hamstring and shoulder injuries. Of course, even if he wins the backup job, Evans will not see significant touches without an injury to Derrick Henry.

AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

It's a Blessing to be Out Here ' Darrynton Evans Player Interview Titans RB Darrynton Evans addresses reporters during a Training Camp Press Conference on Friday from Saint Thomas Sports Park.

JULY 30, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Pushing for backup job Evans looked fast during spring practices and could earn a role in the Tennessee offense this season, Joe Rexrode of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 2020 third-round pick was limited to five games and 16 touches as a rookie, with recurring hamstring injuries affecting his availability. Now healthy, Evans will challenge Jeremy McNichols for snaps on passing downs, while free-agent acquisition Brian Hill is the chief competition to spell bell cow Derrick Henry on early downs. Even if he wins both roles, Evans will have a hard time establishing mainstream fantasy value unless Henry misses time. Apart from Henry, Tennessee tailbacks accounted for only 150 carries and 55 targets over the past two years combined.

JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Titans wrap minicamp, offseason with reminder camp is coming

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JUNE 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Few veterans on hand in latest stage of Titans' offseason

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MAY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Make the Most Out of Every Opportunity | Darrynton Evans Press Conference  Titans RB Darrynton Evans speaks with reporters on Thursday during a virtual press conference after OTAs.

MAY 27, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Titans' Darrynton Evans expresses confidence in OC Todd Downing New Titans OC Todd Downing has also received an endorsement from Jonnu Smith.

MARCH 5, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Clear of shoulder injury Evans (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's wild-card round game against the Ravens after practicing fully Friday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site rep...

Impact Evans was limited Wednesday and Thursday but shrugged off the injury Friday and should be good to go for Sunday's playoff game. Barring an injury to Derrick Henry, the rookie third-round pick will feature almost exclusively on special teams.

JANUARY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Wednesday's session Evans (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Evans rarely sees the field on offense with Derrick Henry holding a near monopoly on touches in Tennessee's backfield, but the rookie third-round pick has carved out a sizable special teams role heading into Sunday's wild-card round game against the Ravens. He played 17 special teams snaps in the season finale and logged 16 yards on one kick return.

JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Role on special teams continues Evans did not record a rush or target in Week 17 against the Texans. He returned one kick for 16 yards.

Impact Evans was on the field for only one offensive snap and did not record a statistic. However, he did log 17 special teams snaps and continued to serve as the primary kick returner for the Titans. Evans had a quiet rookie year, in part due to a hamstring injury and also because of Derrick Henry's dominance. He'll look to make a special teams impact during the Titans' wild-card matchup with the Ravens.

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy on kick returns Evans ran the ball once for three yards, and he failed to haul in either of his targets during Sunday night's 40-14 loss to Green Bay. He also recorded 145 yards on six kickoff ret...

Impact Evans made his second game appearance since overcoming a hamstring injury and being removed from IR on Dec. 7. The third-round rookie enjoyed a significantly more effective outing in registering 57 scrimmage yards and a touchdown over 10 Week 15 touches against the Lions. Tennessee was pushed into a pass-heavy attack that mitigated Evans' involvement Sunday night, never leading in the game and falling behind by as many as 19 points in the second and third quarters.

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Darrynton Evans: It's Beyond Football Titans running back Darrynton Evans speaks with reporters during a virtual press conference on Thursday from Saint Thomas Sports Park.

DECEMBER 24, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Chasing AFC South title, 10 wins not enough for Titans

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DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores touchdown in garbage time Evans carried the ball eight times for 30 yards in Week 15 against the Lions. He added two receptions for 27 yards and a touchdown.

Impact Evans was active for the first time since Week 5 after battling a hamstring injury that placed him on injured reserve. He was the only back besides Derrick Henry to earn a touch on the week, though he didn't get an offensive touch until early in the fourth quarter. Regarded as a strong pass-catching back coming out of Appalachian State, Evans excelled in that role to record his first professional touchdown.

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Rexrode: Titans add 2, and need them, because playoffs are far from certain Darrynton Evans brought "some juice" and Adoree’ Jackson had nice moments off the bench in a defeat of the Lions.

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

RB Darrynton Evans TITANS vs LIONS Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM