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The Titans are expected to open RB Tyjae Spears' 21-day practice window this week, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Spears landed on IR entering the season because of a high ankle sprain suffered back on Aug. 9. The window means he could practice for as much as three weeks before the team has to decide whether to activate him.

Titans HC Brian Callahan is handing off play-calling duties to QBs coach Bo Hardegree. It's an interesting decision to go with Hardegree rather than OC Nick Holz. The Titans offense has been a mess through three games, ranking 28th in points, 31st in total yards, and dead last in yards per play. The offensive line has struggled with injuries to OT J.C. Latham and G Kevin Zeitler, while WR Calvin Ridley has been far too quiet. Hardegree's only play-calling experience came in nine games for the 2023 Raiders as interim OC. That team averaged 22.9 points per game under Hardegree -- up from 15.8 over the first eight games. We'll see what Hardegree does for the Titans going forward, but it's tough to imagine the offense getting any worse. The unit should at least benefit from an easier schedule after Week 4. Tennessee has opened with a gauntlet of defenses: Broncos, Rams, Colts, Texans.

The Titans are placing RB Tyjae Spears on IR, knocking him out for the first four games of the season, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Spears suffered a high-ankle sprain in Tennessee's preseason opener on August 9. It was obviously a significant injury to land him on IR. Spears was still in a walking boot this past weekend.

“It remains to be seen” if Titans RB Tyjae Spears will be able to suit up for Week 1, per beat writer John Glennon. The third-year back sustained a high-ankle sprain on August 9. Even if Spears returns for Week 1, he’s not someone to trust in fantasy lineups. He is a fine long-term stash as an RB4, especially at a depressed ADP.

Titans RB Tyjae Spears suffered a high right ankle sprain in Saturday's exhibition game against Tampa Bay. ESPN's Turron Davenport called it an "initial" diagnosis. But we'd bet that diagnosis sticks and that the only lingering aspect is determining the severity.

Titans RB Tyjae Spears suffered an apparent lower-body injury in Saturday's preseason game. He was able to limp off the field but was eventually carted back to the locker room. We'll update Spears' status when we know more. A significant injury would be a big boost to RB Tony Pollard's fantasy stock.

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, RB Tyjae Spears is poised for an uptick in workload this season. Pollard missed five games last year but if he can stay healthy, more work should be available.

Titans HC Brian Callahan said Tuesday that he's looking for a more even distribution of touches this season between RBs Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. He added that he might even get a third RB — Julius Chestnut or Kalel Mullings — involved.

Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) is listed as questionable for this weekend's game vs. the Texans. He put in limited practices on Wednesday and Thursday before sitting out on Friday. HC Brian Callahan labeled him a game-time decision. Pollard is pushing to play to pick up the 83 more rushing yards he needs to earn a $250,000 incentive. We'll get Tennessee's inactives around 11:30 am ET on Sunday. RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) has been ruled out, so the Titans will be down to RBs Julius Chestnut and Joshua Kelley if Pollard can't play.

Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) got in a limited practice on Wednesday. That should have him on track to return for this weekend's game vs. the Texans. Pollard needs 83 more rushing yards to earn a $250,000 incentive. RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not practice on Wednesday and isn't expected to play on Sunday.

Titans RB Tyjae Spears sustained a concussion in the third quarter of Sunday’s game vs. the Jaguars – his second concussion of the season. HC Brian Callahan said afterward that Spears will not play in Week 18. We’ll see if RB Tony Pollard makes it back for that one. If not, Julius Chestnut would likely operate as Tennessee’s lead back vs. the Texans.

Titans RB Tyjae Spears left in the third quarter of Week 17 to get checked for a concussion. Without Spears (and Tony Pollard), the Titans are down to RBs Julius Chestnut and Josh Kelley.

Titans RB Tony Pollard is officially out with the flu and is not traveling with the team to Jacksonville for Sunday’s game. This places Tyjae Spears as the lead back for the gam

Tyjae Spears beat Tony Pollard in carries, receptions, total yards, and fantasy scoring in Sunday's loss to the Colts. The biggest differentiator was Spears claiming both of the team's rushing scores, which came late in the third quarter and late in the fourth.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) is expected to play vs. the Colts today. Schefter doesn't make any mention of Pollard being limited, but we'd be surprised if he handled his usual workload after missing practice all week. We're projecting RB Tyjae Spears to handle most of the passing-down snaps, while also cutting into Pollard's early-down work. See where both guys sit in the Week 16 RB Rankings.

Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) did not practice all week and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game vs. the Colts. He’s been playing through injuries for much of the season, but this is seemingly the worst shape he’s been in. Pollard will be a risky fantasy play if he ends up active. If not, RB Tyjae Spears figures to handle most of the backfield work and would be a viable fantasy start.