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Likely to suit up Week 3 Spears (ankle) is expected to play Sunday versus Green Bay, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Spears injured his ankle in a Week 2 loss to the Jets and logged a DNP/LP/FP progression during Week 3 prep. He was deemed questionable on Friday's injury report but appears set to play against the Packers on Sunday. Spears should continue to back up Tony Pollard at running back after totaling 41 yards on 10 carries plus 22 yards on six receptions through the first two weeks of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable despite full practice Spears (ankle) practiced fully Friday but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Spears and coach Brian Callahan both expressed optimism throughout the week that the running back would be available Sunday, and Spears' full participation Friday is further evidence in that direction, though there's still doubt hanging over his head due to the questionable designation. If Spears is cleared to suit up Sunday, he will presumably continue to cede the majority of backfield touches to Tony Pollard, who has 43 combined carries and targets through two weeks to Spears' 16.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Spears (ankle) is slated to be listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Spears didn't practice Wednesday, but returned to a limited session a day later, and per Turron Davenport of ESPN.com, coach Brian Callahan expects the running back to be available this weekend. If that ends up being the case, Spears would be in line to continue to work alongside Tony Pollard in the Titans' Week 3 backfield.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice Spears (ankle) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Spears, who didn't practice Wednesday, has expressed confidence that he'll be able to play Sunday against the Packers, but he'll probably need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid a Week 3 injury designation. Assuming the running back is available this weekend, offensive coordinator Nick Holz indicated Thursday that he hopes to get both Spears and Tony Pollard involved moving forward in a time-share that could result in the two seeing close to even snap counts, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Spears (ankle) returned to practice Thursday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Spears didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to the field a day later isn't surprising, giving his previous assertion that he'd be available Sunday against the Packers, per John Glennon of NashvillePost.com. That notion would be further solidified if Spears is listed as a full participant in Thursday's session.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Spears (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact At first glance, Spears' 'DNP' to start the practice week might be concerning, but for his part the running back plans to play Sunday against the Packers, John Glennon of NashvillePost.com reports. Supporting that notion is that prior to Wednesday's session, coach Brian Callahan reiterated that moving forward he wants to get more touches for Spears, who exited this past Sunday's loss to the Jets with an ankle injury that is not thought to be serious.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not seen at practice Spears (ankle) wasn't spotted during the media-access portion of Wednesday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Coach Brian Callahan indicated earlier this week that Spears was "day-to-day" with an ankle issue that's not believed to be serious, but the running back's absence from the early portion of Wednesday's session makes his status worth monitoring. If Spears is limited or out Sunday against the Packers, Tony Pollard would be in line for added touches in Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ankle injury seems minor Spears (ankle) avoided a major injury during the Titans' 24-17 loss to the Jets on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Spears rushed six times for 20 yards and caught two of his three targets for 11 yards before being forced off the field Sunday. Though Rapoport didn't offer more details about Spears' injury, it's encouraging that the second-year pro had dodged an major ankle issue. Spears will look to get back on the practice field in preparation for Tennessee's matchup against the Packers in Week 3, with the team's first official injury report slated to arrive Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ankle injury seems minor Spears (ankle) avoided a major injury during the Titans' 24-17 loss to the Jets on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Spears rushed six times for 20 yards and caught two of his three targets for 11 yards before being forced off the field Sunday. Though Rapoport didn't offer more details about Spears' injury, it's encouraging that the second-year pro had dodged a major ankle issue. Spears will look to get back on the practice field in preparation for Tennessee's matchup against the Packers in Week 3, with the team's first official injury report slated to arrive Wednesday. Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports that head coach Brian Callahan called Spears "day-to-day" on Monday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts ankle Sunday Spears exited Sunday's game against the Jets with an ankle injury, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Prior to being forced out of the contest, Spears carried six times for 20 yards and caught two of his three targets for 11 yards. In his absence, Julius Chestnut is available to handle snaps behind Tony Pollard.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Short end of committee Spears rushed the ball four times for 21 yards in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Bears. He added four receptions on four targets for 11 yards.

Impact The Titans insisted they would run an evenly split backfield between Spears and Tony Pollard to begin the season, but that didn't come to fruition. Pollard got each of the first eight carries for the team, while Spears didn't manage a carry until early in second quarter -- Tennessee's fourth possession. Spears did enter the game in obvious passing situations and as a breather back but ultimately saw 11 fewer touches than Pollard and played 11 fewer offensive snaps, per Turron Davenport of ESPN.com.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Short end of committee Spears rushed the ball four times for 21 yards in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Bears. He added four receptions on four targets for 11 yards.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Even split coming for Week 1 Spears is expected to split snaps evenly with Tony Pollard in the Titans' Week 1 matchup against the Bears, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact The Titans have consistently stated that Spears and Pollard are viewed as interchangeable, and offensive coordinator Nick Holz reiterated that again Wednesday. He did note that both backs have plays specifically installed in the offense for them, with preseason usage suggesting that the team prefers Pollard in short-yardage situations. That could hurt Spears' ability to find the end zone, though he'll likely have the opportunity to make up for that with his playmaking ability as a pass catcher.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tyjae Spears at Training Camp | Mic'd Up Titans RB Tyjae Spears was mic'd up during Training Camp at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Cedes key snaps to Pollard Spears rushed four times for 12 yards and caught his only target for 12 yards in Sunday's 30-27 preseason win over the Saints.

Impact Spears watched Tony Pollard play the opening drive and score a one-yard rushing touchdown before checking in for the second possession. While Spears played most of the second drive with the first-team offense, the Titans opted to put Pollard back in for a 4th-and-1, and Pollard rewarded that decision with a 14-yard catch to extend the possession. Spears also got a couple reps with second-string quarterback Mason Rudolph on the third drive, and his lone reception came on a pass from Rudolph. The team's decisions to start Pollard and bring the veteran free-agent signing in for a key fourth-down situation suggest Spears is running slightly behind in Tennessee's backfield timeshare heading into the Sept. 8 regular-season opener against the Bears, but both running backs are expected to play prominent roles as the Titans begin the post-Derrick Henry era.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Working One Day at a Time | Tyjae Spears Media Availability Titans RB Tyjae Spears addresses the media on Wednesday during 2024 Training Camp at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

AUGUST 15, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Keep on Building for the Future | Tyjae Spears Media Availability Titans RB Tyjae Spears addresses the media at Nissan Stadium after Preseason Week 1 win over the San Francisco 49ers.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Sees four touches to Pollard's six Spears rushed three times for two yards and a touchdown and caught his only target for two yards in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the Titans.

Impact Tony Pollard was the first back deployed in Saturday's exhibition, but Spears had his touches mixed in with the first-unit offense. The 23-year-old didn't do much with his four touches in comparison to co-starter Pollard (6-46-0), but he was able to cash in a short touchdown run behind a revamped offensive line. Both backs should continue to get plenty of run this preseason as they jockey for position atop Tennessee's depth chart.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tyjae Spears' TD Run Caps Titans' Second Score vs. Niners in as Many Drives | Game Highlights Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears rushes for a 4-yard touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Tyjae Spears' TD run caps Titans' second score vs. Niners in as many drives

AUGUST 10, 2024 • YOUTUBE

We Are All on the Same Page | Tyjae Spears Media Availability Titans RB Tyjae Spears addresses the media on Thursday during 2024 Training Camp at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

JULY 25, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

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JUNE 28, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Tyjae Spears OTA Practice | Mic'd Up Titans RB Tyjae Spears was Mic'd Up during the Titans OTA Practice.

JUNE 21, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Without Derrick Henry, Titans to unleash ‘1-2 punch’ of Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears

The Titans are banking on dual-threat backs Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears as their solution to replacing perennial Pro Bowler Derrick Henry.

JUNE 4, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Without Derrick Henry, Titans to unleash ‘1-2 punch’ of Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears

Pushing and Getting the Best Out of Each Other | Tyjae Spears Media Availability Titans RB Tyjae Spears addresses the media on Wednesday during OTAs at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

MAY 29, 2024 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

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Without Derrick Henry, Titans to unleash ‘1-2 punch’ of Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears