Titans Off to Rocky Start, Despite 4-1 Record

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The Titans moved to 4-1 on the season after defeating the Texans 49-35 in week 6, however serious concerns remain about this team's ability to contend. Sophomore QB Jamie Newman has thrown a staggering 15 interceptions through 5 games, including 5 in the first half of the Sunday's game. To his credit, he did protect the ball during the second half but that can be chalked up to Derrick Henry completely taking the game over. Henry had started the season slow but broke out in a big way, finishing with 300 yards and 5 touchdowns. The lone bright spot in this passing game is the 2nd year standout receiver from Alabama, heisman winner Devonta Smith. Drafted in the 2nd round, Smith came over from Cincinnati in the blockbuster trade that saw Jamal Adams depart Tennessee. He has all the makings of an elite deep threat and the production is starting to match the talent (Smith had 6 grabs for 160 yards and a touchdown Sunday).

The other side of the ball is a different story. While teams have put up plenty of points on the Titans defense, they have been getting standout performances from their talented rookies.  Safety Aashari Crosswell had 2 interceptions against the Texans and now has 4 on the season. Linebackers Braxton McFadden and Anthony Hines have impressed as well, completely reshaping the middle of this defensive unit. 

The good news for the offense is there is plenty of time to figure things out and the 4 wins are banked for the season. Coach Herman Boone indicated that he planned to focus heavily on the passing attack in practice and he expressed confidence in Newman's ability to get the job done. 
 

The Titans face off against Buffalo in week 7 and will look to keep pace with the Jaguars who are off to a 5-1 start and have some very impressive wins. This AFC South race promises to be just as intriguing as last season, so long as the Titans can find some harmony on offense.