TENNESSEE TITANS NEWS

Tannehill out with Titans not saying whether Will Levis or Malik Willis will start

The Tennessee Titans ruled veteran quarterback Ryan Tannehill out for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons with a high right ankle sprain

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chris Moore - Clears protocol, will play Sunday Moore doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Falcons after Tennessee head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Friday that the receiver cleared the NFL's five-step...

Impact Moore exited Tennessee's Week 6 game against Baltimore early after being diagnosed with the brain injury, but he was able to gain full clearance and practiced without limitations coming out of the team's Week 7 bye. He will have some combination of Will Levis and Malik Willis throwing to him Sunday, as starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill (ankle) has been ruled out against Atlanta.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roger McCreary - Questionable for Sunday vs. Falcons McCreary (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Atlanta, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.

Impact McCreary is in jeopardy of missing his first game of the season as he tends to a hamstring injury. If he can't play, Eric Garror could get called up from the practice squad to play at corner Sunday.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will Levis - Could be part of QB timeshare Head coach Mike Vrabel said Friday that both Levis and Malik Willis will take snaps at quarterback Sunday against the Falcons with Ryan Tannehill (ankle) ruled out for Week 8, Jim...

Impact Vrabel made similar comments about the Titans' quarterback situation earlier in the week when Tannehill's status for Sunday's game looked to be in doubt, and the coach hasn't named a fill-in starter even with Tannehill having now been officially ruled out. Given that Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Wednesday that Levis is being prepped for the start and is expected to see the bulk of the playing time behind center, the second-round pick out of Kentucky appears to be a higher percentage fantasy play than Willis, despite Vrabel's lack of commitment regarding how the playing time might break down between the two. Even if two quarterbacks don't alternate series and Levis does get the bulk of the playing time, the rookie could still cede snaps to the more mobile Willis when the Titans want to get more of a rushing threat on the field to complement lead back Derrick Henry. The uncertain playing-time outlook along with the fact that the Titans are likely to lean heavily on their ground game makes Levis a low-end lineup option at best, especially while all 32 teams are playing Week 8.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Whyle - Won't play vs. Falcons Whyle (concussion) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus Atlanta, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Even with the benefit of a Week 7 bye, Whyle will have to sit out at least one game as he recovers from the concussion he sustained in Week 6 against Baltimore. Kevin Rader will likely see increased snaps in Whyle's stead in Week 8.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Malik Willis - Likely part of QB timeshare Head coach Mike Vrabel said Friday that both Willis and Will Levis will take snaps at quarterback Sunday against the Falcons with Ryan Tannehill (ankle) ruled out for Week 8, Jim W...

Impact Vrabel made similar comments about the Titans' quarterback situation earlier in the week when Tannehill's status for Sunday's game looked to be in doubt, and the coach hasn't named a fill-in starter even with Tannehill having now been officially ruled out. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Wednesday that Levis is being prepped for the start and is expected to see the bulk of the playing time behind center, and even if that comes to pass, Willis is still expected to have a role in the game plan. If the two quarterbacks don't alternate series, the Titans could make use of the more mobile Willis by deploying him as a change-of-pace option behind Levis.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Tannehill - Won't play Week 8 Titans head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Friday that Tannehill (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact As anticipated, Tannehill won't be ready to play this weekend while he continues to recover from the right high-ankle sprain he suffered in the Titans' Week 6 loss to the Ravens before Tennessee went on bye for Week 7. Per Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site, Vrabel was unwilling to name a starting quarterback for Sunday, instead noting that he plans to have both Malik Willis and Will Levis get reps under center. After failing to practice in any fashion Week 8, Tannehill may struggle to gain clearance for Week 9, as the Titans are set to travel to Pittsburgh for a Thursday night game and are likely to hold walk-throughs or light practices leading up to that contest.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Music City after 10 years with the Titans is weird for Falcons coach Arthur Smith

Atlanta coach Arthur Smith acknowledged returning to coach against the Tennessee Titans after 10 years with the franchise will be weird

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

FOX Super 6 NFL contest: Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's Week 8 picks

The FOX Super 6 NFL contest has already given away $70,000. Will you be the next winner? If you need a little help with this week's question...

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Josh Whyle - Misses another practice Whyle (concussion) did not practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact The 24-year-old tight end out of Cincinnati recorded his second consecutive DNP at Thursday's practice, which increases the likelihood that he'll carry an injury designation into the weekend. Whyle has appeared in six games for the Titans this season, catching all four of his targets for 44 yards and one touchdown.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Tannehill - Not practicing again Tannehill (ankle) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Per Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site, Tannehill is dealing with what he described as a right high-ankle sprain, an injury that leaves the quarterback unlikely to play Sunday against the Falcons. If Tannehill ends up sidelined this weekend, head coach Mike Vrabel has said that both Will Levis and Malik Willis will be in line to see snaps in the contest. Levis is expected to start in such a scenario and would likely be in store to take the majority of the snaps at quarterback.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Henry, Chase Young, Brian Burns are among several star NFL players who could be on the move

The best team in the NFC already added an All-Pro to the secondary

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Falcons visit Titans with Derrick Henry poised to test Atlanta's run defense

The Atlanta Falcons are looking to cap a two-game road swing with a second straight victory after snapping an eight-game skid away from home

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Taylor Stallworth - Placed on injured reserve The Titans placed Stallworth (undisclosed) on injured reserve Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Stallworth will be out for at least the next four games after playing in just one game since signing with the Titans in early October. Kyle Peko should see increased playing time with Stallworth now out.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Elijah Molden - Full participant in practice Molden (hamstring) was a full participant in Tennessee's practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Molden did not travel to London for the team's Week 6 loss to the Ravens but is seemingly healthy again. The 24-year-old has played on both defense and special teams through four games this season compiling 20 tackles (13 solo) and a pass deflection, and he will look to add to those numbers versus Atlanta on Sunday.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Teair Tart - Full go in practice Wednesday Tart (toe) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Tart is healthy again after missing the past two games with a toe injury. The 26-year-old has logged 10 tackles (eight solo) in four games this season and will now return to his starting spot at nose tackle.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Gifford - Returns to practice Wednesday Gifford (hamstring) participated fully in Tennessee's practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Gifford has missed the team's past three games after injuring his hamstring but is now healthy again. The 28-year-old should be good to go for this week's game versus the Falcons where he'll look to contribute on special teams.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

K'Von Wallace - Claimed by Tennessee Wallace was claimed off waivers by the Titans on Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official website reports.

Impact Wallace was let go by the Cardinals on Tuesday, but he was quickly scooped up by Tennessee. The team traded starting safety Kevin Byard to the Eagles on Monday, so Wallace will provide them some additional depth at the position. The 26-year-old has compiled a career-high 43 tackles, and has also intercepted a pass and deflected four others over seven games with Arizona this season.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Titans vs. Falcons Injury Report – Week 8, 2023

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Titans prep QBs Levis, Willis even as coach hopes for Tannehill's return

Tennessee rookie quarterback Will Levis sure looks as if he will make his NFL debut Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chris Moore - No limitations in practice Moore (concussion) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports that Moore is still in concussion protocol after a bye week, though full participation Wednesday suggests he has good odds to be cleared Thursday or Friday. Treylon Burks' impending return from a knee injury combined with quarterback Ryan Tannehill's expected absence for this Sunday's game against the Falcons leaves Moore with an uncertain role and minimal fantasy appeal in Week 8.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Treylon Burks - Full participant in practice return Burks (knee) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Burks is thus set to rejoin the lineup after three missed games before the Titans went on bye Week 7. He won't have the best situation to put up numbers even if he faces no restrictions with his snap count, as Ryan Tannehill (ankle) appears set to miss at least Sunday's game. Head coach Mike Vrabel said Wednesday that both Will Levis and Malik Willis should take snaps at quarterback this Sunday against the Falcons, which could prompt the Titans to lean even more heavily than usual on the ground game.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Treylon Burks - Practicing this week Burks (knee) is taking part in practice Wednesday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Burks is back at practice after a Week 7 bye, potentially setting up a return to the lineup for Sunday's game against Atlanta. He hasn't played since Week 3, at which point Ryan Tannehill (ankle) was still healthy and under center. Head coach Mike Vrabel suggested both Will Levis and Malik Willis may get playing time at quarterback this week, with Levis shaping up as the probable starter.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Whyle - Misses practice Whyle (concussion) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Whyle suffered a concussion in Week 6 prior to the Titans' bye week, but it looks like he has yet to clear the league's protocol. More clarity on his status for Sunday's game against the Falcons will come as the week progresses.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE