Titans Look to Turn Tide Against Belichick's Patriots
The Tennessee Titans will host the New England Patriots this Sunday in a critical Week 7 matchup, as both teams look to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Titans, reeling at 1-5, recently fired head coach Brian Callahan and will turn to interim Mike Vrabel to try to spark a turnaround.
Meanwhile, the Patriots have raced out to a 4-2 start under Bill Belichick's guidance. Rookie quarterback Bailey Maye has been a revelation, leading the NFL in several key passing metrics. The Titans defense, led by standout tackle Jeffery Simmons, will have its hands full trying to slow down Maye and the Patriots' high-powered offense.
Keys to the Game
Titans interim coach Vrabel will look to shore up his team's struggles on third and fourth down, where they've been routinely gashed by opposing offenses. The return of nose tackle T'Vondre Sweat should provide a boost to a defensive line that has otherwise played well.
Offensively, the Titans will need more consistent production from quarterback Ryan Tannehill and their ground game. Running back Derrick Henry has not yet found his dominant form, and the team's passing attack has sputtered. They'll need to establish a balanced attack to keep the Patriots' defense honest.
TL;DR
- The struggling Titans host the surging Patriots in a critical Week 7 matchup
- Tennessee fired head coach Brian Callahan and turned to interim Mike Vrabel
- Patriots rookie QB Bailey Maye has been sensational, leading the NFL in key passing stats
- Titans defense led by DT Jeffery Simmons must slow down Maye and New England's offense
- Tennessee needs more consistent production from QB Ryan Tannehill and RB Derrick Henry