The Titans’ Offense: A Work in Progress
The Tennessee Titans’ new head coach, Brian Callahan, was brought in to revolutionize the team’s offense with quarterback Will Levis at the helm. With Callahan’s impressive track record of working with top-notch quarterbacks like Peyton Manning and Matthew Stafford, expectations were high. However, five games into the season, the results have been underwhelming.
Stuck in Neutral
Despite Callahan’s efforts, the Titans’ offense remains largely unchanged from previous seasons. The loss of All-Pro running back Derrick Henry has been a significant blow, but the team has managed to find some success on the ground, averaging 118.2 yards per game. However, the passing offense has struggled, ranking second worst in the league with only 135 yards per contest.
Levis’ Struggles
Quarterback Will Levis has faced criticism for his performance, completing only 16 of 27 passes for 95 yards in Sunday’s loss to the Indianapolis Colts. His league-high seven interceptions have raised concerns, and his average yards per completion have dropped by 1.5 yards compared to last season. Despite this, Callahan remains committed to Levis as the starter.
Finding a Balance
Callahan acknowledges that the team needs to find a better balance between running and passing. “You’ve got to throw the ball in the NFL to win,” he said. “We’ve got to find ways when the game is tight and throw it to make enough plays to give us a chance to win the game.” The team’s playcalling has become more conservative, with a focus on getting Levis to manage situations better.
A Glimmer of Hope
Levis remains optimistic, feeling that Callahan’s plan is making him a better quarterback. He’s capable of distributing the ball to multiple receivers, and with more reps, he’s confident he’ll be able to identify bigger play opportunities. “I’m seeing things well,” Levis said. “The more that I get reps in this offense, the more I’ll know when I can see when those bigger plays are there.”
The Road Ahead
The Titans face a tough road ahead, with games against the Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions in the coming weeks. Levis will need to step up his game if the team hopes to compete with the league’s top quarterbacks. As Callahan said, “The best teams have the best quarterbacks usually, and the guys that are playing for division championships and conference championships and Super Bowls are usually the best quarterbacks in the league.”
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