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Titans Prioritize Protecting Cam Ward as 2-0 Colts Arrive

Tennessee pivots to a run-heavy plan to reduce third-and-longs against an Indianapolis offense rolling through two weeks.

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Overview

  • Indianapolis opened 2-0 without a punt in two games, with Daniel Jones completing over 71% for 588 yards plus two passing scores and three rushing touchdowns.
  • The Titans are 0-2 with eight straight losses dating to last season, and rookie Cam Ward has been sacked an NFL‑high 11 times without throwing an interception.
  • Head coach Brian Callahan is emphasizing the ground game to keep the offense on schedule after repeated third-and-long situations, with Tony Pollard coming off a 92-yard outing.
  • Protection remains a concern on Tennessee’s right side, as RT JC Latham (hip) missed the last game and RG Kevin Zeitler (biceps) sat out Wednesday’s practice, leaving roles for John Ojukwu or Oli Udoh possible.
  • After Ward’s across-body touchdown to Elic Ayomanor that Next Gen Stats rated a 14.2% completion with 42.3 yards of air travel, Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin said he hopes Ward attempts a similar throw again.