Tennessee Titans @ Indianapolis Colts
Final Score: Titans 26, Colts 20
Writer: Steven Pintado (@coachstevenp)
Three Up
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Jonathan Taylor – The veteran running back dominated on the ground for the Colts, keeping their offense alive throughout the game. Taylor found the end zone but had other scoring opportunities where the Colts failed to get him the ball.
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Carnell Tate – We finally got to see rookie Carnell Tate score his first career touchdown. After a slow start, Tate bounced back nicely with a strong second half to help fuel the Titans’ comeback.
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Titans Defense/Special Teams – As mentioned, 6 sacks, 3 turnovers, a blocked punt, and several big special teams returns were the difference in this game. Without those contributions, the Titans likely wouldn’t have completed this comeback.
Three Down
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Cam Ward – Leadership can go a long way, but Ward’s production on the field was lacking throughout this game. Despite making a few solid throws among his 11 completions, it was a rough performance overall. Ward struggled to make plays consistently, and the Titans needed their defense and special teams to bail out the offense.
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Daniel Jones – Jones took too many risks as a passer and was inconsistent throughout the game. His 2 turnovers proved costly, taking away opportunities for the Colts to put more points on the board and extend their lead.
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Tyjae Spears – Spears was dealing with a minor knee injury, and it showed in his limited involvement. He finished with just 2 total touches after a strong receiving performance the previous week. It was a disappointing outing for a player who appeared to be gaining momentum in the Titans’ offense.
Tennessee Titans
Quarterback
Cam Ward: 11/22, 102 Yards, TD, INT | 3 Carries, 7 Yards
Ward should be grateful that the Titans’ defense and special teams bailed him out of trouble in this game. Ward was miserable to watch in the first half, lacking confidence in his throws and struggling to process the field. His interception came in the second quarter when he faced pressure and simply tossed the ball downfield for an easy pick. Things improved slightly in the second half, as Ward limited his poor throws and connected with Carnell Tate on a nice play-action touchdown, something Tennessee struggled to execute in the first half. However, Ward also missed a wide-open Calvin Ridley for a potential touchdown by not waiting a few more seconds for the play to develop, forcing the Titans to settle for a field goal. Overall, Ward did very little to impress in this game outside of showing some leadership on the sideline, but fantasy managers need to see much more from their young quarterback.
Running Back
Tony Pollard: 19 Carries, 76 Yards | 1 Target
Pollard handled most of the backfield touches, as Tyjae Spears‘ pregame knee injury appeared to limit his involvement more than expected. Pollard made the most of his volume, averaging 4.0 yards per carry throughout the game. He showed patience in finding running lanes before bursting through them and fighting for every extra yard. His best run came on a 16-yard gain, but his biggest contribution was helping the Titans drain the clock in the second half. Pollard continues to offer a solid floor for fantasy managers, but his limited explosiveness and touchdown opportunities keep his weekly upside in check.
Tyjae Spears: 1 Carry, 1 Yard | 1 Target, 1 Reception, 7 Yards
Wide Receiver/Tight End
Carnell Tate: 7 Targets, 6 Receptions, 70 Yards, TD
The rookie receiver bounced back nicely after last week’s disappointing performance. Tate was quiet for most of the first half but started making plays in the second half, around the time Sauce Gardner exited with an injury that kept him out for most of the remainder of the game. Tate looked impressive on shorter routes, creating extra yards after the catch and showing the playmaking ability we want to see from the rookie. He also made several impressive catches along the sideline, including his touchdown in the middle of the fourth quarter. However, his best play came early in the third quarter when he made a contested catch with a defender all over him while looking directly into the sun. It was an encouraging performance from Tate, but the inconsistency of the Titans’ offense makes it difficult to trust him as anything more than a boom-or-bust fantasy option.
Wan’Dale Robinson: 7 Targets, 3 Receptions, 22 Yards
Robinson had a quiet day on the field despite seeing 7 targets, which was encouraging for his opportunities in the passing game. Unfortunately, several of those targets came on poor throws from Ward, including a few overthrows that limited Robinson’s production. Most of his receptions came on short routes, where he helped the Titans move the chains and pick up a few first downs. The Colts presented a favorable matchup for slot receivers, but it was Tate on the outside who stole the spotlight in the passing game. Robinson continues to see enough opportunities to remain involved, but the inconsistency of Ward and the Titans’ passing offense limits his fantasy upside.
Elic Ayomanor: 2 Targets, 1 Reception, 3 Yards
Calvin Ridley: 2 Targets
Daniel Bellinger: 1 Target
Indianapolis Colts
Quarterback
Daniel Jones: 22/42, 269 Yards, TD, 2 INTs. | 3 carries, 30 Yards
Jones did not have a great game against the Titans, showing wild inconsistency throughout the contest. Most of his completions came on short throws, where he was able to find open receivers underneath. When Jones attempted to push the ball downfield, his only real success came on a 36-yard completion to Deion Burks. Outside of that play, his downfield passing was filled with inaccurate throws and turnover-worthy decisions. Both of his interceptions came from trying to force plays that simply weren’t there. His first came on a throw toward the sideline, where he attempted to squeeze the ball into a tight window, while his second was a short pass intended for Will Mallory that went directly to the defender covering his tight end. There were at least two other throws that could have easily brought his interception total to four. While Jones deserves plenty of blame, his offensive line didn’t give him much time in the pocket, often forcing him to scramble toward the sideline before making a throw. His few bright spots included a short play-action touchdown pass and his ability to make plays with his legs, finishing with 30 rushing yards. Although the Colts have already dismissed the possibility of benching Jones, he continues to struggle to replicate the level of play we saw from him in 2025.
Running Back
Jonathan Taylor: 21 Carries, 94 Yards, TD, Fumble (LOST) | 4 Targets, 2 Receptions, 57 Yards
Taylor delivered another strong performance against the Titans, finishing with 151 all-purpose yards. Taylor was effective on the ground, breaking off several big runs, including a 20-yard gain late in the second quarter that helped boost his yards per carry. However, there were times when the Colts seemed to take opportunities away from Taylor, especially in the first half. We saw more Seth McGowan on the opponent’s side of the field, while Indianapolis also opted for play-action passes in short-yardage situations rather than handing the ball to Taylor. Even though Taylor eventually found the end zone, he could have easily scored earlier when the Colts had the ball at the 1-yard line but chose to throw a touchdown pass to Mo Alie-Cox instead. In the passing game, Taylor made the most of his opportunities with two big receptions of 38 and 19 yards. Despite some questionable play-calling and the inconsistency of the Colts’ offense, Taylor remains an elite running back option for fantasy managers.
Seth McGowan: 4 Carries, 27 Yards
Wide Receiver/Tight End
Keenan Allen: 11 Targets, 8 Receptions, 82 Yards
Allen put together a solid performance against the Titans, serving as Daniel Jones’ safety blanket in the short passing game, especially with Tyler Warren sidelined. Allen did an excellent job making catches underneath, picking up additional yards after the catch, and helping the Colts move the chains with important first downs. At this stage of his career, Allen is no longer the explosive receiver he once was, but he remains a reliable option who can consistently find openings in the defense. His role as a short-area target gives him a steady opportunity to produce each week, making him a solid floor-based FLEX option for fantasy managers.
Josh Downs: 8 Targets, 4 Receptions, 40 Yards | 1 Carry, 7 Yards
Downs has been disappointing over his last few games, and those struggles continued against the Titans. Downs served as another short-area target for Jones, primarily working on out routes where he could turn upfield and pick up additional yards after the catch. His best play came on a contested catch over the middle of the field, where he secured the ball despite having a defender all over him. At this point, he remains a floor-based FLEX option most weeks with limited upside in this Colts offense.
Deion Burks: 2 Targets, 2 Receptions, 41 Yards | 1 Carry, 7 Yards
Rookie receiver Deion Burks may have put together his best performance of the season so far. All of his touches came in the first half, as the Colts moved Burks around the formation to create opportunities for him in the passing game. His most impressive play came on a 36-yard reception, where he beat Amani Hooper downfield and made a beautiful over-the-shoulder catch. Burks showed flashes of his playmaking ability and proved he can stretch the field when given opportunities. The Colts should look to get the former seventh-round pick more involved in the offense moving forward.
Laquon Treadwell: 5 Targets, 2 Receptions, 21 Yards
Treadwell is doing his best to provide a downfield threat for the Colts, but Jones continues to struggle with his deep-ball accuracy. Treadwell was targeted in the end zone on an inaccurate throw that he attempted to bring in, while several other targets sailed over his head, giving him little chance to make a play. His best catch came on a short out route in the second half, where he shook off a defender and picked up an important first down. Treadwell is showing some effort and playmaking ability, but Jones’ inconsistent accuracy is making it difficult for him to produce in the passing game.
Mo Alie-Cox: 1 Target, 1 Reception, 1 Yard, TD
Will Mallory: 6 Targets, 2 Receptions, 20 Yards
Pharaoh Brown: 1 Target, 1 Reception, 7 yards