Tony Pollard is officially a go for Sunday’s game against the Ravens, which is massive news for the Titans’ ground game after he sat out Wednesday with a foot injury. Talk about a quick turnaround, right? The dude practiced fully on Friday and now has no injury designation heading into a critical matchup.
Pollard’s Green Light: A Much-Needed Boost
Seriously, this is a huge relief for the Titans. Pollard being out on Wednesday definitely raised some eyebrows, so seeing him not just practice, but practice *fully* on Friday, means he’s ready to roll. He’s been putting in work this season, too, with 38 carries for 173 yards and adding 6 receptions for 22 yards. Having him available brings that proven punch back to the backfield. You gotta wonder what kind of adjustments they were making earlier in the week without him, but now it’s full steam ahead with their top back.
Spears’ Ankle Injury: A Lingering Question Mark
Now, while the Pollard news is all good, the other side of the coin for the Titans’ backfield is Tyjae Spears. He’s listed as questionable for Sunday’s clash, thanks to an ankle injury. Spears did get back to limited work on Thursday and even had full participation on Friday, so that’s a positive sign. But “questionable” always leaves you wondering, doesn’t it? He’s been an active part of their offense, picking up 58 yards on 13 carries and grabbing 4 receptions for 41 yards. Losing him would definitely thin out their options on the ground.
Other Injury Updates: Good News and More Worries
Beyond the running backs, there are a couple of other injury notes from the Titans’ camp. Safety Kevin Winston Jr. didn’t practice at all on Friday and is questionable for Sunday because of a shoulder injury that just popped up on Thursday. That’s a tough break right before game day. However, defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers, who was dealing with a back issue, returned to full participation on Friday and is good to go. At least they get one key piece back on the defensive side of the ball.
So, the Titans are rolling into Sunday’s game against the Ravens with their primary back in Tony Pollard ready to lead the charge. But the big question mark hanging over their heads is Tyjae Spears. Will he suit up? His ankle status is gonna be a game-time decision, and it could seriously impact how they run their offense. Keep an eye on that one; it’s gonna be a crucial call.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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