The Tennessee Titans have had a rough start to the season, going 0-3, and now face another setback. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Titans have placed starting cornerback Chidobe Awuzie on injured reserve, dealing a significant blow to their defense.
Awuzie, known for his solid coverage and playmaking ability, hasn’t made a major impact this season, with just four tackles in three games. However, his absence might not be as damaging as it seems on paper. To fill the gap, Tennessee will likely turn to Darrel Baker Jr., a recent waiver claim from AFC South rival Indianapolis Colts.
Status updates:
— #Colts ruled out CB Kenny Moore II and DE Kwity Paye.
— #Titans placed CB Chidobe Awuzie on IR.
— #Texans RB Joe Mixon (ankle) is back at practice.
— #Lions TE Sam LaPorta (ankle) is back at practice.— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 27, 2024
Baker will line up alongside star cornerback L’Jarius Sneed as the Titans prepare for a tough Week 4 road game against the Miami Dolphins. Fortunately for Tennessee, Miami’s quarterback situation is uncertain, with Tua Tagovailoa out due to a concussion and Skylar Thompson dealing with a rib injury.
Despite the challenges, the Titans desperately need a win to avoid an 0-4 start, which rarely leads to a successful season. They’ll aim to secure their first victory on Monday night at 7:30 p.m. EST on ESPN.
