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Tyjae Spears Downgraded to DNP on Thursday With Knee Injury
Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (knee) went from being a limited participant in practice on Wednesday to sitting out on Thursday due to a knee injury. Midweek downgrades typically are not good signs, and the 25-year-old is now trending in the wrong direction to play in Week 6 against the division-rival Indianapolis Colts on the road. Backfield mate Tony Pollard was rested on Wednesday but made his return to the practice field on Thursday and should be fine to play this weekend. If Pollard's knee injury keeps him out against the Colts at Lucas Oil Field, Pollard would have clear RB2 value for fantasy managers despite the Titans' lackluster offense. Spears resurfaced on the PPR waiver-wire radar this week after catching a season-high nine passes on nine targets for 28 yards in Sunday's loss to the division-rival Houston Texans, although he had just two carries for the second straight week. If Spears plays against Indy, he will be an intriguing PPR flex option against a Colts defense that has been vulnerable to pass-catching backs through five weeks.
Source: Titans PR
Source: Titans PR
Tony Pollard Not Present for Wednesday's Practice
Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (foot) is not present at the team's practice on Wednesday, according to Turron Davenport of ESPN. Pollard also missed practice last Wednesday before eventually returning to practice later in the week and playing in the Week 5 loss to the division-rival Houston Texans. The 29-year-old had 14 carries in that game for 52 yards and did not catch his only target in the passing game. Barring a setback with his foot/ankle injury, Pollard should suit up this weekend and continue to share the backfield with Tyjae Spears, who had a notable nine receptions in the loss to Houston. With Spears handling key passing-game work and with Pollard leading a rushing attack that is averaging only 82.6 yards per game on the ground, Pollard will continue to have minimal fantasy upside as a low-end RB2. He has yet to have a 100-yard game on the ground while averaging 4.0 yards per carry on 68 rushing attempts for 273 yards and one touchdown. Pollard has added eight catches for only 24 yards through five games.
Source: ESPN.com - Turron Davenport
Source: ESPN.com - Turron Davenport
Nicholas Singleton's Healthy Scratch Highlights Limited Role
Tennessee Titans running back Nicholas Singleton remains a speculative stash in deeper fantasy leagues, although his limited involvement through five weeks offers little reason for optimism in the short term. The fifth-round rookie has carried the ball just seven times for 12 yards across three appearances and was a healthy scratch for Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Houston Texans. Tony Pollard continues to lead Tennessee's backfield, while Tyjae Spears has maintained a significant role in the passing game, catching nine passes for 28 yards against Houston. Singleton has struggled to earn opportunities even with the Titans sitting at 0-5, and his absence from the Week 5 lineup raises further questions about when he might become part of the regular rotation. There is some longer-term intrigue surrounding Pollard's future, with speculation that Tennessee could consider moving the veteran ahead of the November 10 trade deadline. Such a move could eventually create additional opportunities for Singleton, although Spears would likely remain ahead of him. The 6-foot, 219-pound rookie is worth stashing in exceptionally deep leagues and dynasty formats, but he doesn't warrant a roster spot in most standard redraft leagues without a significant change in Tennessee's backfield.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tyjae Spears a Deep-League Stash Candidate as Trade Deadline Nears
Across five games so far in 2026, Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears has recorded 133 scrimmage yards and zero touchdowns on 31 touches. The 25-year-old has seen little usage as a rusher (17 carries), instead serving as the passing-downs complement to lead Titans back Tony Pollard. However, there's a chance that Spears works his way into a larger role in Tennessee. Pollard is currently in his age-29 season and his final year under contract with the Titans. Given their 0-5 record and their need for young talent all over their roster, the Titans looking to move Pollard to a contender ahead of the trade deadline would be a logical decision. If that happens, Spears could emerge as the featured back in Tennessee. In deeper leagues, fantasy managers may want to consider stashing Spears off the waiver wire ahead of a potential Pollard trade.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Carnell Tate Has Lackluster Showing vs. Texans
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Carnell Tate was quiet in Week 5, catching just one of five targets for six yards in a 26-3 Week 5 loss to the visiting Houston Texans. The rookie from Ohio State was questionable to play on Sunday due to a minor back injury but was cleared to play just before kickoff on Sunday. It's a disappointing effort after the 21-year-old had nine catches on 12 targets for 145 yards in a Week 4 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. To make matters worse, the Texans' passing defense entered Sunday's matchup allowing a whopping 260 yards per game. Tate will try to right the ship against a dismal Indianapolis Colts defense in Week 6, but was a bust for fantasy managers in a tough Week 5 loss.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Carnell Tate Officially Active Against Texans
Tennessee Titans rookie first-round wide receiver Carnell Tate (back) is officially active for Sunday's Week 5 game against the division-rival Houston Texans. Tate came down with a minor back injury in practice earlier this week, but it was never considered serious enough to keep him from playing this weekend. The 21-year-old fourth overall pick from Ohio State will be looking to keep things going after exploding for nine catches on 12 targets for 145 yards in last week's loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Through the first four games of his NFL career, Tate has caught 22 of his 32 targets for 268 yards, but he is still looking to find the end zone for the first time. That could happen this weekend against Houston in a battle of two unbeaten teams. The Texans have an exploitable pass defense, having allowed 260 yards per game through the air, the fifth-most yards allowed per game in the NFL. Tate is on the WR2/3 borderline for his fifth NFL game.
Source: Titans PR
Source: Titans PR
Carnell Tate "Definitely Moving" Toward Playing on Sunday
Tennessee Titans rookie first-round wide receiver Carnell Tate (back) is "definitely moving" toward playing in Week 5 against the division-rival Houston Texans on Sunday, a source told Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Tate was listed as questionable for this weekend's game due to a back injury that cropped up on him during Thursday's practice, but he should be active as the Titans search for their first victory of the 2026 season. The 21-year-old fourth overall pick from Ohio State had a breakout performance in the Week 4 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, catching nine of his 12 targets for 145 yards. Tate is now trending up ahead of Week 5 despite his back injury this week. Fantasy managers will want to check for confirmation soon that Tate is officially active, but if he is, he could have a second straight big game as an emerging receiving weapon for second-year quarterback Cam Ward in Tennessee. The Texans' defense has allowed the fifth-most passing yards per game (260) through the first four weeks of the 2026 season.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Nicholas Singleton Remains a Solid Stash with Future Backfield Uncertainty
Tennessee Titans running back Nicholas Singleton has just seven touches through the first four weeks of the season, but he continues to be an intriguing player to stash in dynasty leagues. Fantasy experts generally agreed that he came out of the NFL Draft with more dynasty value than a typical Day 3 pick, and he has a chance to take on a much larger role next year, even if it means he spends most of his rookie season in the third-string position. Singleton's backfield teammates, Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears, are both slated to hit free agency in March 2027, leaving Singleton as the only projected returner in this backfield (barring a contract extension for Pollard or Spears). While Tennessee will surely bring in at least one other running back to share volume with Singleton, it appears that he could have an opportunity to compete for a lead-back role next season, or at the very least, a fantasy-relevant role. Managers should stay patient and continue to stash Singleton throughout his rookie campaign. He's a great candidate for the taxi squad in dynasty leagues, since he probably won't have much fantasy relevance this year.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Calvin Ridley is Nearly Impossible to Trust in Week 5
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley has done almost nothing on offense through the first four games of the season. Heading into Week 5, Ridley has recorded three of his five targets for 48 yards and zero touchdowns. He'll now draw a tough matchup against the Houston Texans defense in Week 5. It's clear that Ridley isn't going to be a big part of the offense with Carnell Tate (back) and Wan'Dale Robinson being the primary options in the passing game. Ridley is probably worth holding in deep leagues, but he's not someone that should be trusted in starting lineups right now.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Elic Ayomanor Still Too Inconsistent for Fantasy Lineups
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Elic Ayomanor continues to make the occasional big play without receiving enough volume to matter consistently in fantasy. Ayomanor caught his only target for 22 yards against Baltimore and now has five receptions for 113 yards and one touchdown through four games. His 22.6 yards per catch is impressive, but he's been targeted only 10 times all season compared to 32 for Carnell Tate and 23 for Wan'Dale Robinson. He continues to see a healthy dose of snaps, averaging a 72% snap share over the past two weeks, but has still caught only about one pass per game. Houston's secondary has been extremely vulnerable thus far, ranking 28th against the pass and coming off a game in which Dallas threw for 335 yards. Ayomanor certainly has the ability to break off a big play or two, but his weekly output keeps him off the radar in standard leagues. He's a deep-league dart throw at best and should remain on benches or waivers in standard formats.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Gunnar Helm Stays off Fantasy Radar for Week 5 vs. Houston
Tennessee Titans tight end Gunnar Helm was barely involved against Baltimore, catching his only target for five yards before converting Tennessee's late two-point attempt. Helm has nine receptions for just 60 yards through four games despite playing nearly 79% of Tennessee's offensive snaps. He ranks third on the team in targets but has yet to receive a red-zone look, and he simply has not developed into a consistent weapon for Cam Ward in his second season. Helm appeared on the injury report Thursday with a knee issue and was limited, but he upgraded to full participation Friday and is good to go this weekend. The matchup is fairly neutral, with Houston allowing roughly middle-of-the-pack fantasy production to tight ends. Until Tennessee starts using Helm more aggressively downfield or near the goal line, there isn't enough upside to justify starting him outside of very deep or tight-end premium formats.
Source: Yahoo
Source: Yahoo
Tyjae Spears Remains an Easy Sit Against Houston
Tennessee Titans Running Back Tyjae Spears remained an afterthought in Week 4, with just three total touches against Baltimore and only 36% of snaps, tying his season low. Spears rushed twice for seven yards and caught his only target for a minus-one-yard gain, bringing him to just 15 carries and five receptions through four games. His role is unlikely to change in Week 5's matchup against the Houston Texans. Unlike previous weeks, Spears is healthy and no longer carries an injury designation. However, Tony Pollard has almost completely overtaken him in snaps, opportunities, and production, making Spears hard to justify as a fantasy option. Houston has also been one of the tougher teams to run against, allowing just 3.4 yards per carry and 83.8 rushing yards per game. Spears should remain on fantasy benches in Week 5 and is barely a valuable handcuff until his role increases significantly.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Tony Pollard Off Injury Report, a Low-End FLEX Against Strong Texans Run Defense
Tennessee Titans Running Back Tony Pollard (foot) finally found the end zone for the first time this season against Baltimore, rushing 16 times for 48 yards and a touchdown while adding two catches for two yards. Through four games, Pollard has 221 rushing yards on 54 carries, averaging 4.1 yards per attempt. Pollard sat out Wednesday's practice with his lingering foot issue but returned as a full participant Thursday and is off the injury report. The bigger concern is the matchup. Houston allows only 83.8 rushing yards per game, the fourth-best in the NFL, and opposing running backs average just 76.2 rushing yards per game against the Texans. As good as Tennessee's offensive line has been protecting Cam Ward, the same isn't true of its run-blocking, which has been near the bottom of the league so far this season. Against Houston's elite front seven, this will be a major problem. Pollard's workload keeps him in the flex conversation, but Tennessee's offense and a difficult rushing matchup make him a low-ceiling play.
Source: tennesseetitans.com
Source: tennesseetitans.com
Wan'Dale Robinson a Touchdown-Dependent PPR FLEX Despite Favorable Matchup
Tennessee Titans Wide Receiver Wan'Dale Robinson has 16 catches for 123 yards and two touchdowns through four games, but his fantasy production has been much more touchdown-dependent than expected. Coming into the season, Robinson looked like a safe PPR floor as a short-area security blanket for Cam Ward, but he's needed touchdowns in each of the last two weeks to produce solid fantasy lines. He caught three of five targets for only 19 yards against Baltimore in Week 4, with a three-yard touchdown accounting for most of his value. That is not an encouraging formula for a receiver whose appeal was supposed to come from steady volume and easy completions underneath. Houston does present a favorable matchup on paper, allowing 207.5 receiving yards per game to wide receivers, the second-most in the NFL. Rookie Carnell Tate (back) dominated Ward's looks this past week, catching 12 to Robinson's five. The former New York Giant can be a desperation FLEX in full-PPR leagues, but fantasy managers shouldn't view him as the safe-floor option many expected entering the season.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Carnell Tate Firmly in FLEX Consideration After Breakout Performance
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Carnell Tate finally delivered the type of performance his underlying usage and separation metrics had been hinting at all season. Tate caught nine of 12 targets for 145 yards against Baltimore, accounting for nearly two-thirds of Cam Ward's passing yardage. It was the most receiving yards by a Titans rookie since A.J. Brown in 2019. Tate now leads Tennessee with 22 receptions and 268 receiving yards through four games, including 21 targets and 203 yards over the last two weeks alone. His Week 4 target share was a massive 42.9%, and the rookie continues to win on his routes even when Ward doesn't always deliver the ball accurately or on time. Tate gets another appealing matchup Sunday, at least on paper. Houston ranks 28th against the pass and just allowed CeeDee Lamb to catch 17 passes for 189 yards and a game-winning touchdown last week. Tate dealt with some back tightness late this week and is still listed as questionable, but head coach Robert Saleh said he's "good to go." He is still not a completely safe fantasy start given Tennessee's offense and the talent Houston possesses in the secondary, but Tate is firmly in the WR3/FLEX conversation and is easily the best option among Tennessee pass-catchers.
Source: CBS Sports
Source: CBS Sports
