The Tennessee Titans completed what will be their final practice of training camp on Wednesday, with the team now moving to a regular schedule once they complete the preseason on Friday night.
The Titans were indoors for the session and saw multiple players return to practice, including quarterback Will Levis and wide receiver Kearis Jackson, both of whom were sporting wraps on their leg.
Levis left last Thursday’s practice early with a lower body injury before not playing in preseason Week 2, while Jackson took part in the game but left early due to what was reported to be a knee injury.
Unfortunately, there was no sign of tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo, who left Tuesday’s practice early.
Former Titans tight end Delanie Walker and defensive coordinator Dean Pees were both in attendance, and Walker addressed the team at the conclusion of the practice.
#Titans TE coach Tony Dews with former Titans TE Delanie Walker. pic.twitter.com/oCKWlT6Hou
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
Former #Titans DC Dean Pees attended today’s practice.
Pees is retired, but he admits he misses football. 🏈 pic.twitter.com/oH8xWH20YK
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 23, 2023
Now, a look at the biggest takeaways from the Titans’ final practice of training camp, and the final practice before the preseason finale.
Absences and returns
Titans go indoor for practice.
Not spotted: Burks, Philips, Okonkwo, Haskins, Thompson, Byard, Ward, Key, Rice, Ojukwu, Shelvin, Duncan.
Returning: Levis, K. Jackson.— John Glennon (@glennonsports) August 23, 2023
Chig Okonkwo not at practice today. Will Levis was back, as was Kearis Jackson. No Kevin Byard today, likely a vet day off.
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 23, 2023
Mike Vrabel said everything is fine with Kevin Byard. Mentioned that Byard reached out to him to let him know he had something to take care. Byard missed today's practice.
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
A close up of #Titans QB Will Levis with wrap on his left leg. pic.twitter.com/6pm5h3vUQr
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans WR Kearis Jackson has a sleeve on his left calf. pic.twitter.com/e9QDNRmc6O
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
Michael Badgley bounces back
Michael Badgley field goals indoors. #Titans
33 good
39 good
43 good
45 good
40 good
48 good
33 good
51 good
33 good
33 good53 wide right end of 2:00
47 good in 2:00— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 23, 2023
Another good day for Amani Hooker
Amani Hooker a standout at today’s #Titans practice. Two INTs – both on Ryan Tannehill.
First was a really bad decision thrown up into double coverage. Second was a pick six after Colton Dowell ran the wrong route.
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) August 23, 2023
Kick returners
#Titans kick returners today:
– CB Eric Garror
– RB Tyjae Spears
– WR Reggie Roberson Jr.
– WR Kearis Jackson— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) August 23, 2023
Two TDs for Levis
#Titans camp notes 8/23 (2)
-Will Levis beautiful drop in bucket to Tre’Shaun Harrison for TD vs Anthony Kendall. Then Kevin Rader for a TD vs. Luke Gifford 7v7
-Amani Hooker pick 6 on Tannehill pass to Colton Dowell. Looked like Dowell either ran wrong rte or cut it short.— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
8-ball corner pocket 🎱
Presented by @SeatGeek pic.twitter.com/KE6cXHpLNJ
— Tennessee Titans (@Titans) August 23, 2023
QB notes
Jim Wyatt, Titans Online: “Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill saved his best for the last period of the day, when he completed 4-of-6 passes to set up a field goal attempt in a two-minute period. Tannehill finished the day 9-of-21, and he finished the 13 open practices of camp 128-of-204 in 7-on-7 and team periods combined in practices, not counting the work against the Vikings.”
Wyatt: “Titans quarterback Malik Willis was also solid in the two-minute drive at the end, as he completed 4-of-7 passes to drive the team into field goal range. Willis finished the day 6-of-13, and by my count he was 91-of-159 in 7-on-7 and team periods combined in camp.”
Wyatt: “Levis moved pretty well on Wednesday, and he had a solid day. His best ball of the day was a beautiful pass to receiver Tre’Shaun Harrison, which he dropped in for a touchdown. Levis was 5-of-8 on the day in 7-on-7 and team periods combined, and by my final tally, he was 84-133 in those periods during the 13 open practices.”
Tannehill, Hopkins connection strong again
Wyatt: “Receiver DeAndre Hopkins has had some eye-opening practices the past two days. Hopkins caught a bullet from Tannehill for a touchdown in a red zone 7-on-7 period, and he later scored on another scoring strike from Tannehill in a red zone team period. It turns out this Hopkins guy is pretty good…”
DB highlights
Wyatt: “Defensive backs Kristian Fulton, Elijah Molden, Tre Avery, Tyreque Jones, Shyheim Carter and Mike Brown, along with linebacker Chance Campbell, had nice break-ups in early 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 periods.”
Wyatt: “Avery had an especially good day. In addition to his play on 2-on-2s, he also broke up a Willis pass intended for Dowell before knocking the ball out of Racey McMath’s grasp near the goal line on a textbook defensive play.”
Practice videos
#Titans DB coach Chris Harris stretching out like he's about to line up. pic.twitter.com/jTZyCnkaSg
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans WR DeAndre Hopkins #NoDaysOff pic.twitter.com/pUXSMtjpKG
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
Here’s a look at #Titans QB Will Levis, who was back at practice today. Coach Mike Vrabel said yesterday that he expects the second-round pick to play in Friday’s preseason finale vs. New England: pic.twitter.com/FAm9Ik5NK9
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) August 23, 2023
A look at #Titans RB @KingHenry_2 on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/L5v37zwO5E
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 23, 2023
#Titans edge rushers. pic.twitter.com/fG5OJzRkqc
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 23, 2023
A look at Caleb Murphy #Titans pic.twitter.com/k7kHUUyKgl
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans RBs. pic.twitter.com/JztHIpoTTy
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans WRs coming into your screen. pic.twitter.com/1d28FadYt5
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans Jeffery Simmons, Teair Tart, Naquan Jones pic.twitter.com/O2qBl57wfi
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans DL TK McLendon, Kyle Peko pic.twitter.com/cXCKwKm4sI
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
Former #Titans Pro Bowl TE @delaniewalker82 addressing the team as training camp ends pic.twitter.com/oIIvt4Uuqj
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 23, 2023
Player, coach comments
Mike Vrabel doesn’t have a plan for #Titans QB Ryan Tannehill on Friday yet. pic.twitter.com/MnhAhl88bT
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) August 23, 2023
#Titans HC Mike Vrabel when asked if DeAndre Hopkins is where they expected him to be at this point.
“Continue to give him the things that he needs.” pic.twitter.com/ffeqeIsi9T
— 104-5 The Zone 📻 (@1045TheZone) August 23, 2023
#Titans HC Mike Vrabel: Not sure of plan for QB Will Levis for Friday night.
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 23, 2023
Mike Vrabel said punt return position is still fluid with Kyle Philips out for a while.
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 23, 2023
Vrabel on Amani Hoooker, who has piled up camp interceptions: pic.twitter.com/yoPtHFlwhX
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) August 23, 2023
Ryan Tannehill just wants @IamCalebFarley to know his teammates love him and are praying for him and his family. pic.twitter.com/AESJGa0iVh
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
Ryan Tannehill said he's good regardless of whether or not he plays in the final preseason game. pic.twitter.com/Mk7Zf4BvMz
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
Ryan Tannehill said he's always admired DeAndre Hopkins from afar. Now that he's his teammate, Tannehill is glad Hopkins is making those plays for him. pic.twitter.com/KPiByvlm6m
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans QB Ryan Tannehill loves @tyjae22!
“I’m excited to have him on our team. He comes, he works each and everyday. He’s got a great skill set.” pic.twitter.com/RpCrf025po
— 104-5 The Zone 📻 (@1045TheZone) August 23, 2023
Ryan Tannehill is working to keep Treylon Burks and Kyle Philips engaged. #Titans pic.twitter.com/fLn8DwJ6m6
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 23, 2023
Titans’ Simmons evaluates team’s training camp: pic.twitter.com/ymjddtGz6S
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) August 23, 2023
Titans’ Simmons on Arden Key’s impact on pass rush: pic.twitter.com/slW3S5sjIw
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) August 23, 2023
Jeffery Simmons talks through a learning moment for Caleb Murphy. #Titans pic.twitter.com/adPhGVLKop
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 23, 2023
Titans Jeffery Simmons message to guys playing for spots on Friday night is simple. "Give em a reason." pic.twitter.com/ri2XN5CNiz
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 23, 2023
#Titans DL @GrindSimmons94 has already started watching @Saints tape.
The @Titans open the regular season on September 10 in New Orleans. pic.twitter.com/KN5MRqJF9L
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) August 23, 2023
Amani Hooker has three picks last two days at camp: pic.twitter.com/dqfUTIi3Uk
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) August 23, 2023
Andre Dillard on how chemistry is developing with the #Titans OL pic.twitter.com/bTQ4TTnVy5
— Mickey Ryan (@MickeyRyan1045) August 23, 2023
