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Whatever I Can Do to Help the Team | Jeffery Simmons Press Conference  Titans DL Jeffery Simmons addresses reporters during a virtual press conference on Thursday from Saint Thomas Sports Park.

JUNE 10, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Grading the 2021 NFL Draft: AFC South report cards

Rob Rang breaks down the drafts of the AFC South teams, and the Jaguars aren't the only squad coming out with high marks.

MAY 6, 2021

Jeffery Simmons' 2020 PFF grade further proves he was a steal for Titans How does Simmons’ grade stack up against other defenders drafted in 2019?

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Jeffery Simmons: It Won't Stop Here Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons speaks with reporters following Tennessee's loss to the Baltimore Ravens Sunday at Nissan Stadium.

JANUARY 10, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

DT Jeffery Simmons TITANS vs RAVENS AFC WILD CARD Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021

JANUARY 10, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Jeffery Simmons on the Team's Playoff Mentality | Nissan Insider "Voice of the Titans" Mike Keith visits with Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons in this week's Nissan Insider.

JANUARY 8, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Titans' woeful defense sees postseason as fresh start

Postseason means a fresh start, and the Tennessee defense may be the unit most in need of just that opportunity

JANUARY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers' run defense faces major test against Titans, Henry

An inability to stop the run cost Green Bay a Super Bowl berth in January

DECEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

High-scoring ways has Titans closing in on AFC South title

Ryan Tannehill admits he was frustrated not hearing his name called for the AFC’s Pro Bowl team in arguably the best season of his career

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jeffery Simmons: It's a Great Challenge for Us on Defense Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons speaks with reporters during a virtual press conference on Wednesday from Saint Thomas Sports Park.

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Ready to rock Simmons (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Simmons sat out practice Wednesday, but it doesn't appear as though his knee injury was ever anything that really threatened his availability. The second-year pro looks set to draw his usual start at defensive end versus the Lions on Sunday.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Titans determined to focus only on Lions, not playoff math

Tennessee has gone 12 long seasons since last winning the AFC South, and the current Titans are in no mood to be distracted with this big goal so close at hand

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sits out practice Wednesday Simmons (knee) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Simmons battled a knee injury earlier in December but ended up playing through the injury. It's nevertheless concerning that the second-year defensive end sat out of practice altogether Wednesday. Thursday's practice capacity is important for his chances to play Sunday against the Lions.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Tannehill proving he's no 1-year wonder with Titans

Ryan Tannehill has done his best to put to rest the idea that he’s a one-hit wonder

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jeffery Simmons: Everybody Plays for Each Other Titans defensive lineman addresses reporters during a virtual press conference on Wednesday from Saint Thomas Sports Park.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Rings up seven stops Simmons posted seven tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 41-35 loss to the Browns.

Impact Simmons entered the weekend with a questionable tag due to a knee injury, but he showed no signs of impairment on the field, recording a career high for tackles in a game. The 2019 first-round pick continues to impress, as he's topped every notable stat from his rookie season, posting 44 tackles, three sacks, five pass breakups and two fumble recoveries over 11 outings.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

DT Jeffery Simmons TITANS vs BROWNS Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Jeffery Simmons: It's Always Frustrating to Lose Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons speaks with reporters following Tennessee's loss to the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at Nissan Stadiu...

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Good to go Sunday Simmon (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Impact As expected, Simmons will suit up Week 13 as the Titans look to maintain their lead in the AFC South. The second-year defensive end has been impressive this season, posting 37 tackles, three sacks, five pass breakups and two forced fumbles through 10 games.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Handed questionable tag Simmons (knee) is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Browns, John Glennon of BroadwaySportsMedia.com reports.

Impact Simmons has been deemed questionable, but he's on track to play Week 13. The 2019 first-round pick has been quite impressive this season, registering 37 tackles, three sacks, five pass breakups and two forced fumbles through 10 games.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Titans receiver Adam Humphries clears concussion protocol

Tennessee wide receiver Adam Humphries has been cleared from concussion protocol after missing four games and should be available Sunday against the Cleveland Browns

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jeffery Simmons: I Wake Up With a Fire on Gameday Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons addresses reporters during a virtual press conference on Thursday from Saint Thomas Sports Park.

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Notches third sack Simmons recorded four tackles, including one sack, and also defensed a pass in Week 12 against the Colts.

Impact Simmons recorded his third sack of the season early in the third quarter and ended a Colts drive. He also helped the Titans play stout run defense, stuffing Nyheim Hines and Jordan Wilkins on several occasions for short gains. Simmons has been a major part of the Titans defense this season, logging at least a 70 percent snap rate in all but one contest.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jeffery Simmons Rubs Belly After Sacking Rivers Tennessee Titans defensive end Jeffery Simmons has Thanksgiving-themed sack celebration.

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM