The Titans’ top two running backs, Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears, were both missing from Wednesday’s practice, which is always a red flag heading into a game. You see your key guys sidelined mid-week and your stomach drops, right? But then head coach Robert Saleh dropped a quote that might just calm down anyone panicking in Nashville.
The Backfield Suddenly Looks Thin
Man, when your leading rushers are both out on a Wednesday, that’s rough. Tony Pollard, dealing with a foot injury, has been a workhorse for the Titans, churning out 173 yards on 38 carries, plus snagging six receptions for 22 yards. Then there’s Tyjae Spears, nursing an ankle injury, who’s added 58 yards on 13 carries and four catches for 41 yards. Those are your primary weapons on the ground, and seeing them both off the field makes you wonder how in the world they’re gonna move the chains against anyone, let alone the Ravens this week.
Saleh’s Unshaken Confidence After Key Absences
Here’s where it gets interesting, and honestly, a bit surprising. Despite both Pollard and Spears sitting out, Coach Saleh told reporters he’s “not overly concerned about Sunday” for either player. That’s a bold statement, isn’t it? You usually expect a little more coach-speak about evaluating daily, but he went straight to a vote of confidence. And it wasn’t just the running backs. Defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers also missed practice with a back issue, but Saleh gave a similar shrug, saying he’s not too concerned about his availability either. This kind of calm from the coach, especially when key players are banged up, really makes you wonder if it’s pure confidence or a bit of mind games.
So, the Titans are heading into a big matchup against the Ravens with their top two RBs potentially questionable. Saleh’s playing it cool, saying he’s not sweating Sunday. We’ll find out soon enough if that confidence is warranted or if he’s gonna regret those words. This game could hinge entirely on who suits up and who doesn’t.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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