The Tennessee Titans (5-3) have felt the absence of starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill in a major way since he suffered an ankle injury against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 8.
With Tannehill watching from the sidelines in the team’s last two games, the offense has suffered from one dimensionality with back-up quarterback Malik Willis filling in. Though Willis managed to go 1-1 in his first two starts of his career, there is hope that Tannehill will be back in the saddle for Sunday’s matchup with the Denver Broncos (3-5).
Tannehill logged a full practice session on Thursday, putting him in line to start against the Broncos this weekend.
Titans’ QB Ryan Tannehill was a full participant in practice today, putting him on track to start Sunday vs. the Broncos.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 10, 2022
Even if Tannehill isn’t 100 percent, he poses a threat in the passing game, something the Titans never had with Willis.
His return should open things up for Derrick Henry in the run game as well. Defenses were able to key on the run and load the box, making life difficult on King Henry. Safeties now must respect the pass, keeping them from creeping up to play the run.
#Titans QB Ryan Tannehill with a little pep in his step 👀 pic.twitter.com/ULSFWcjkih
— Kayla Anderson (@KaylaAndersonTV) November 10, 2022
Tannehill’s return under center is critical as the Titans are staring down the barrel at a brutal four-game gauntlet.
Week 10: vs Denver Broncos
Week 11: at Green Bay Packers
Week 12: vs Cincinnati Bengals
Week 13: at Philadelphia Eagles
A lot can happen over the span of three days in the NFL, but all signs are pointing towards Tannehill getting the starting nod on Sunday.
#Titans Injury Report on Thursday — @ryantannehill1 a full participant. pic.twitter.com/nqWoLS6IUE
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) November 10, 2022
Featured image via George Walker IV / Tennessean/com / USA TODAY NETWORK
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