After no media availability on Wednesday, the Tennessee Titans once again opened their doors to practice on Thursday for what was the third padded session of training camp.
For the first time in camp, the Titans practiced inside the bubble. The session started outdoors but was forced indoors due to lightning.
As has been the case all training camp long, the Titans’ defense won the day, but there were some highlights to speak of from the offensive side of the ball.
Unfortunately, right tackle candidate Jamarco Jones got into another scuffle with a defensive player, this time with linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, who didn’t take kindly to a dirty block on linebacker Chance Campbell.
The Jamarco Jones hit was on Chance Campbell, not Jack Gibbens. Glad @jwyattsports got a second look and was able to come give us the correction just now. https://t.co/ivakN75Q2G
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 3, 2023
Mike Vrabel on Jamarco Jones, who has been removed from practice early twice this week. #Titans pic.twitter.com/Yxocu8SAot
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
Jones was removed from the team period and was not spotted the rest of the day. This comes after Jones was booted from practice on Tuesday after a scuffle with Jeffery Simmons.
Now, a look at the biggest takeaways from Thursday.
Corey Levin out again, Luke Gifford returns
#Titans training camp notes 8/3 (1)
-No sign of Corey Levin.
-Luke Gifford returned, worked on side field.
-Started outside in rain, lightning forced them inside.
-Kristian Fulton had a strong 1 on 1 period. 3 straight PBUs.
-Defense shut down 7v7 even low red zone.— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 3, 2023
Peter Skoronski impresses
ESPN’s Turron Davenport: “Some solid reps from Peter Skoronski vs. bull rush from Denico Autry, Jeffery Simmons.”
#Titans OL coach Jason Houghtaling has been impressed with how Peter Skoronski has handled going vs. Jeffery Simmons. pic.twitter.com/Z5fxkoERRB
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 3, 2023
First-round pick Peter Skoronski at #Titans training camp today: pic.twitter.com/U5dXbyr1qF
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) August 3, 2023
Dr. Gibby someone to "keep an eye on"
Davenport: “Keep an eye on Jack Gibbens. Getting a lot of reps next to Al-Shaair.”
#Titans linebacker Jack Gibbens @johngibbens18 after Thursday’s practice. pic.twitter.com/OGy1abJBqR
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
Another great day for the defense
#Titans offense had a few good plays today, but overall this practice belonged to the defense. Even in 2 minute offense struggled with only the 3rd group finding the end zone.
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 3, 2023
This #Titans defense has some serious juice, and it’s not just Arden Key and Jeffery Simmons.
Azeez Al-Shaair has been a spark plug.
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) August 3, 2023
#Titans defense had total control of today’s practice making plays all over the field.
They let you know about it, too.
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
OLB work with great view of Harold Landry and Arden Key. #Titans pic.twitter.com/VHz6SNBh6T
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 3, 2023
#Titans Defensive Pass Game Coordinator/Cornerbacks coach Chris Harris on Kristian Fulton. pic.twitter.com/i5qNyoStzO
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
Kristian Fulton shines
Kristian Fulton’s strong start to #Titans training camp continues with multiple pass break ups & tight coverages in goal line drills.
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
#Titans cornerback Kristian Fulton after Thursday’s practice. pic.twitter.com/KoM0Ne3HJk
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
Will Levis with only TD drive in two-minute drill
Will Levis ended #Titans practice with a bang:
Levis drilled in a sideline TD pass to Reggie Roberson to end a 2-minute drill the length of the field
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
#Titans practice ends with 2-minute drills from all three units.
– Tannehill and the 1s with a turnover on downs on the goal line.
– Willis throws a 4th down red zone INT to Shyheim Carter.
– Levis connects with Roberson for a touchdown after defensive penalty extends drive.
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) August 3, 2023
Malik Willis rebounds after shaky start
Fun Titans practice with a lot of 2-minute. Levis, the one QB to lead a TD drive (with and against 3s). Malik Willis with a couple of the best throws he’s had as a pro. Kristian Fulton hamstring seems just fine.
— Joe Rexrode (@joerexrode) August 3, 2023
Malik Willis threw a bad pick to Anthony Kendall in red zone intended for Chig Okonkwo. And on fourth down on 2-minute he rolled left and threw a goal-line INT to Shy Carter.
But he made a lot of good decisions and throws in work with the twos on Thursday. #Titans.
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 3, 2023
Malik Willis led a promising 2-minute drill drive inside the red zone but ended with a bad INT over the middle to Carter
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
Caleb Shudak perfect on the day
#Titans kicker Caleb Shudak goes 8-for-8 from inside the bubble today. Longest make from 52 yards out.
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) August 3, 2023
Treylon Burks, Kyle Philips stand out
Treylon Burks physicality on display at #Titans training camp today. Multiple jump ball TD catches in goal line work
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
#Titans WR Kyle Philips looks to have taken his 3rd down chain moving skill set to goal line drills. Good development
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
Player comments
Ryan Tannehill said Treylon Burks is doing well, now learning another receiver spot so #Titans can move him around a bit. pic.twitter.com/zaZrCQf0Uk
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 3, 2023
Ryan Tannehill on communication with DeAndre Hopkins #Titans pic.twitter.com/XnOWCuTdQH
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 3, 2023
#Titans Azeez Al-Shaair discusses some practice tension and his energizing personality on the field. pic.twitter.com/TyPkOcYko5
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
Chris Moore said having a coach like Mike Vrabel is like having an OG in the locker room. Likes his he's so instructional and detailed. pic.twitter.com/1SZxhdSRFt
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 3, 2023
LT Andre Dillard talking leadership and #Titans offensive line. pic.twitter.com/wKORhEm36v
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
#Titans safety @amanihooker37 said communication in the secondary has been great in training camp. pic.twitter.com/3XqaZVadgY
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
Amani Hooker said the biggest difference for Kristian Fulton this year is how high his confidence is. Mentioned how Fulton has played vs. top WRs and held his own as a good reason for the confidence.
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 3, 2023
Coach comments
#Titans Pass Game Coordinator/QBs coach Charles London on @will_levis and @malikwillis. pic.twitter.com/JC1b8aOmls
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
#Titans OLB coach Ryan Crow on @HaroldLandry. pic.twitter.com/QO7lrT5jk9
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
#Titans WRs coach Rob Moore on @DeAndreHopkins. pic.twitter.com/WAGm9bd94d
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
Asked #Titans WRs coach Rob Moore about the receivers behind DeAndre Hopkins and Treylon Burks. pic.twitter.com/4HKchlJ1bE
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 3, 2023
#Titans WR coach Rob Moore on UDFA receivers Tre’Shaun Harrison and Kearis Jackson. pic.twitter.com/fXCmDeQUTP
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
#Titans DL Coach Terrell Williams on the improvement of Jayden Peevy: pic.twitter.com/U7A2Qp02nd
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 3, 2023
