Titans-Jets Final Injury Report: Who Has the Advantage?
The Tennessee Titans look to extend their lead in the AFC South as they face the winless New York Jets on Sunday. There are some notable injuries on both sides. Who is out? How will it affect the outcome of the game? Titans Injuries & Impact: Bud Dupree, Rusher/OLB: Dupree will be inactive following very […]
The Tennessee Titans look to extend their lead in the AFC South as they face the winless New York Jets on Sunday. There are some notable injuries on both sides.
Who is out? How will it affect the outcome of the game?
Titans Injuries & Impact:
Bud Dupree, Rusher/OLB: Dupree will be inactive following very little action in Week 3. Look for more Ola Adeniyi as a rusher, and Harold Landry III will need to continue his strong play against a beat-up Jets offensive line.
Caleb Farley, Cornerback: The rookie has not played much of a role at all so far this season, so expect the secondary to look pretty similar to what it has through three weeks. They should be able to still produce against rookie Jets QB Zach Wilson. He has struggled mightily so far this year.
Larrell Murchison, Defensive Lineman: Murchison has flashed at times for the Titans so far this year. His absence will hit the depth of Tennessee, but it will open the door for more production for Jeffery Simmons, Denico Autry, and co.
A.J. Brown, Wide Receiver: Speculation all week has been that Brown will miss Sunday's game, and that has become the case. It may also give even more opportunities to the running backs and tight ends in the passing game.
Julio Jones, Wide Receiver: The lack of Jones for the Titans is similar to the absence of Brown. This will force players like Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Chester Rogers, and possibly Marcus Johnson to put up some numbers this week.
Brett Kern, Punter: This loss most likely means newly-signed punter Johnny Townsend will get the reps at punter. Kern is one of the best punters in the league, but the Titans probably hope they don't have to punt too much against New York.
Jets Injuries & Impact:
Marcus Maye, Safety: Maye is arguably the best Jets defender along with DL Quinnen Williams. This will most likely slide Jarrod Wilson into a starting role. Wilson has mostly been a depth piece for his entire career, so the Titans may want to take some deep shots against him and fellow safety Adrian Colbert.
Elijah Moore, Wide Receiver: New York's rookie WR hasn't had a ton of production to open the season. He has just eight catches through three weeks. This will give more snaps to Jamison Crowder in the slot for the Jets. It could also open the door for more opportunities for former Titans WR Corey Davis.
Jeff Smith, Wide Receiver: Smith has only averaged about 15% of offensive snaps in the first three games of the season. His absence won't really affect the outlook for the Tennessee defense this week.
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