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  • Tyjae Spears
  • RB #2
  • Tyjae
    Spears
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@DET: #2 vs opposing RB - 17.28 FPA
Bye Week5Rank53% Rostered48.2% Change-0.8WK 7 Pts0.00WK 8 Proj. Pts8.01
2024 Fantasy Stats
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2NYJ
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3GB
Loss, 14-30
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4@MIA
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6IND
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7@BUF
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2024 Fantasy Stats
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1@CHI,
L 17-24
21-11--7.20
2NYJ,
L 17-24
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3GB,
L 14-30
7-54--10.10
4@MIA,
W 31-12
391---11.90
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6IND,
L 17-20
27----2.70
7@BUF,
L 10-34
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News

  • Begins week with limited practice

    Spears (hamstring) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: This is a step in the right direction for Spears after he logged three DNPs leading up to his Week 7 absence against the Bills. If Spears ultimately gains clearance to suit up Sunday in Detroit, he would likely reclaim a change-of-pace role behind Tony Pollard in Tennessee's backfield.

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return for Week 8

    Speaking with the media Monday, coach Brian Callahan said Spears (hamstring) could return for Week 8 against the Lions, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Spears pulled his hamstring Week 6 against the Colts and missed this past Sunday's loss to the Bills. Tony Pollard had to briefly exit the Buffalo contest to be checked for a concussion, leaving Julius Chestnut as the Titans' de facto RB1 for a moment in time. Pollard eventually returned, and it sounds like Spears could be back sooner than later. He was unable to practice all last week, so a limited session Wednesday would be a step in the right direction.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Spears (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Spears will thus target a potential return to action Oct. 27 against the Lions. In his absence Sunday, Tony Pollard is in line to log the bulk of the Titans' Week 7 work at running back, with Julius Chestnut and potentially practice squad member Joshua Kelley also mixing in.

    Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another missed practice

    Spears (hamstring) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Spears, who also missed Wednesday's session, has one more chance to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Bills. If Spears is unable to play this weekend, offensive coordinator Nick Holz told Wyatt on Thursday that Tony Pollard would likely get bulk of the Titans' work at running back, with Julius Chestnut and possibly Joshua Kelley also mixing in.

    Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Spears (hamstring) won't practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Brian Callahan said Monday that Spears is viewed as week-to-week, so the running back's absence Wednesday isn't surprising. If Spears is unavailable Sunday against the Bills, Julius Chestnut would be next in line for work out of the Tennessee backfield behind Tony Pollard. The Titans would also likely elevate at least one of Joshua Kelley and Jabari Small from the practice squad to provide a third option out of the backfield if Spears is out.

    Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed week-to-week by coach

    Head coach Brian Callahan said Monday that Spears (hamstring) is considered week-to-week, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Spears injured his hamstring in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Colts. While the week-to-week label doesn't officially rule Spears out for this upcoming Sunday's game against the Bills, his chances of suiting up are probably less than 50 percent. Julius Chestnut received the only carry by a Tennessee running back other than Tony Pollard or Spears in the loss to Indianapolis.

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures hamstring Sunday

    Spears departed Sunday's game against the Colts due to a hamstring injury, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit in the third quarter, Spears posted six carries for 27 yards and wasn't targeted. Tony Pollard and Julius Chestnut are the Titans' healthy running backs for the time being.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in MNF win

    Spears rushed 15 times for 39 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for zero yards in Monday's 31-12 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Spears scored a seven-yard touchdown on a direct snap in the third quarter. He finished with seven fewer carries than Tony Pollard, who rushed 22 times for 88 yards and a touchdown of his own. Both running backs got robust workloads as Tennessee's running game benefited from a positive game script, but Pollard continues to see about a 60/40 edge in touches over Spears. That distribution is unlikely to change Week 6 against the Colts after Tennessee's Week 5 bye.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 8:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Effective as pass catcher

    Spears rushed the ball two times for seven yards in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Packers. He added four receptions on four targets for 54 yards.

    Analysis: Spears was active despite being on the injury report throughout the week due to an ankle injury. He had only seven yards from scrimmage and no catches at halftime, though he managed to spark a touchdown drive with a 29-yard catch midway through the third quarter. Spears remains firmly behind Tony Pollard in opportunity out of the Tennessee backfield.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 10:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active as expected

    Spears (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Packers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Spears injured his ankle during the Titans' Week 2 loss to the Jets, but he ramped up his practice activity throughout the week. He ultimately practiced in full Friday, suggesting he won't face significant limitations against the Packers. Despite the ankle injury, Spears saw an increase in his workload against the Jets, tallying six carries and eight total touches. Tony Pollard should still serve as Tennessee's lead back.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to suit up Week 3

    Spears (ankle) remains listed as questionable but is expected to play Sunday versus Green Bay, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Spears injured his ankle in a Week 2 loss to the Jets and sat out the Titans' first Week 3 practice Wednesday before upgrading to limited participation Thursday and then full activity Friday. His ability to take every rep in Friday's session seemingly sets the stage for him to play Sunday, though he won't be officially cleared until Tennessee releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff. Spears should continue to back up Tony Pollard at running back after totaling 41…read more

    Published: Sat, Sep 21 at 11:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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 presumably will continue to cede the majority of backfield touches to Tony Pollard, who has 43 combined carries and targets through two weeks to Spears' 16.

    Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice

    Spears (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

    Analysis: Spears, who didn't practice Wednesday, has expressed confidence that he'll be able to play Sunday against the Packers. Still, 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 said Thursday that he hopes to get both Spears and Tony Pollard involved moving forward in a timeshare that could result in the two seeing close to even snap counts, according to Jim Wyatt of the…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

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

    Analysis: Spears didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to the field a day later isn't surprising, given 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.

    Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out practice Wednesday

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

    Analysis: At first glance, Spears' lack of participation in practice to begin the week might be concerning, but the running back said that he plans to play Sunday against the Packers, according to John Glennon of NashvillePost.com. Prior to Wednesday's session, head coach Brian Callahan said that 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.

    Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice

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

    Analysis: Head coach Brian Callahan said 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 a larger portion of the backfield snaps and touches.

    Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts ankle Sunday

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

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 11:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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 team's official site reports.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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 fourth-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.…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 8:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Faces new competition in Pollard

    Spears faces a new backfield situation that's set to add Tony Pollard via a three-year, $24 million contract, while Derek Henry remains slated for free agency, Eric Edholm of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Spears, a 2023 third-round pick, is coming off a strong rookie season in which he compiled 838 yards from scrimmage and three total touchdowns, showcasing versatility and explosiveness despite only getting one chance to handle double-digit carries in a game. The Titans' decision to sign Pollard appears to simultaneously signal the end of Henry's era with the team. Spears could have an easier path to genuinely competing for touches with Pollard, whereas Henry was firmly entrenched as a true lead…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two scores to end rookie season

    Spears rushed the ball three times for 25 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-20 win over the Jaguars. He added three receptions (on three targets) for 31 yards and another score.

    Analysis: Derrick Henry dominated touches out of the backfield, though Spears showed big-play ability as the change-of-pace option by scoring twice on only six total touches. Spears' first trip to the end zone came on a 28-yard reception, during which he weaved his way through several Jacksonville defenders while balancing himself against the sideline. He followed that up with a more straightforward three-yard run for his second touchdown, though he did show strong balance while shaking off defenders.…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles on six carries

    Spears ran for zero yards on six carries and caught four passes for 29 yards on six targets in Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: The Titans were completely overmatched against Houston, and no aspect of the Tennessee offense gained much traction. Spears saw RB3 Jonathan Ward take three carries in this one, but the blowout was probably a factor in that outcome. Spears has no serious competition for the RB2 role alongside Derrick Henry, and Spears should continue to see most passing-down snaps as well as almost all of the non-Henry carries in the Tennessee offense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Earns 14 touches in Week 16

    Spears notched nine carries for 40 yards and five catches (on six targets) for 27 yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: The Titans have incorporated the rookie third-round pick more in the offense in the last three contests, as he has earned at least 10 touches on each occasion. The trend continued Sunday, and the current four-game stretch has yielded 174 yards on the ground and 136 yards through the air on 57 touches. Tennessee's lead runner Derrick Henry got back into a groove Sunday, though, with 20 touches for 99 yards from scrimmage and one rushing TD, so Spears seemingly will be capped in the lower teens…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 37 total yards

    Spears rushed the ball nine times for 30 yards in Sunday's 19-16 loss to Houston. He added one catch on one target for seven yards.

    Analysis: Spears saw his second-highest carry total of the season, though he lacked his typical explosiveness. He was limited to a long gain of only nine yards, and his 37 total yards from scrimmage was his lowest mark since Week 8. Spears should have the chance to bounce back in a Week 16 matchup against a susceptible Seattle rush defense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 total yards again

    Spears rushed the ball seven times for 29 yards in Monday's 28-27 win over Miami. He added six receptions on eight targets for 89 yards.

    Analysis: Spears had only 23 yards from scrimmage in the first half, but he emerged as a favorite target of Will Levis in the final 17 minutes of game time. That began with a 30-yard catch that set up a field goal at the end of the third quarter. Spears then delivered long catches of 21 and 12 yards on a touchdown drive to bring the Titans within one score in the middle of the fourth quarter. Overall, he managed at least 100 yards from scrimmage for the second consecutive game, with Monday's effort being…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 9:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could have chance as lead back

    Spears rushed the ball 16 times for 75 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Colts. He added four receptions on six targets for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Spears played his typical complimentary role for much of the contest, as 13 of his 20 touches came after Derrick Henry (head) was forced to exit. He made a positive impact on the game, as he picked up 20 yards on the Titans' game-tying drive late in the fourth quarter and also accounted for 27 yards on the team's overtime drive that led to a field goal. Spears has been efficient when given opportunity this season, and he could be in line for the lead-back role in Tennessee's Week 14 matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal opportunity in Week 12

    Spears rushed the ball two times for six yards in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Panthers. He added one reception on three targets for one yard.

    Analysis: Spears saw his lowest touch total of the season, and he's now been held under 20 rushing yards in four consecutive games. He's shown explosive ability at various points in his rookie campaign, but with such limited opportunity, his contributions on a weekly basis are unreliable.

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 10:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 26 yards

    Spears rushed the ball four times for 14 yards in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Jaguars. He added two receptions (on two targets) for 12 yards.

    Analysis: The entire Titans offense was limited, as they ran only 38 plays. That trickled down to Spears, who saw his lowest touch total since Week 8. While he has shown big-play potential at times in his rookie year, Spears will struggle to produce fantasy-viable stat lines due to the state of the Tennessee offense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 8:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 60 scrimmage yards in loss

    Spears rushed five times for 18 yards and brought in four of five targets for 42 yards in the Titans' 20-6 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Spears duplicated his modest rushing line from a Week 9 loss to the Steelers and gained all but three of his yards on one carry, but he made much more of an impact through the air. The rookie finished with a team-high reception total and was second only to Kyle Philips in receiving yards with a total that qualified as his best single-game figure yet. Spears has now played 77 snaps from scrimmage over the last two games, and it remains to be seen if he'll begin commanding a larger share of the…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nine total touches

    Spears rushed the ball five times for 18 yards in Thursday's 20-16 loss to the Titans. He added four receptions on six targets for four yards.

    Analysis: Spears put up his lowest yardage total since Week 3, though he was on the field for his highest snap rate (60 percent) and also saw the highest target total of his young career. That said, while his overall production is underwhelming, his usage was encouraging. He could continue to see growing usage if the Titans continue to lose and fall out of playoff contention.

    Published: Fri, Nov 3 at 11:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as full Tuesday

    Spears (ankle) was listed as a full participant on the Titans' estimated injury report Tuesday, Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Tennessee has held walkthroughs this week as it prepares for Thursday's contest at Pittsburgh, but Spears was able to follow up Monday's limited listing with all on-field work one day later. Meanwhile, Derrick Henry (ankle) remained limited Tuesday, potentially leaving the door open for Spears to handle more snaps Week 9 if the former is at all inhibited Thursday.

    Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by ankle issue

    Spears was listed as limited on Monday's estimated practice report due to an ankle injury, John Glennon of NashvillePost.com reports.

    Analysis: Like Titans starting running back Derrick Henry, Spears had a cap on his reps at Monday's walkthrough due to an ankle concern. With the health of the team's top two backfield options in some flux, it'll be key to keep an eye on the pair Tuesday and Wednesday to see if either player may be in danger of sitting out Thursday at Pittsburgh.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes big play in loss

    Spears carried the ball four times for 15 yards in Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Ravens. He added one reception for 48 yards.

    Analysis: Though not necessarily indicated by the final score, the Ravens dominated the game from the standpoint of plays run and time of possession. That limited the opportunity for Spears and all of Tennessee's skill position players, and he matched his season low in touches as a result. However, Spears still managed to showcase his playmaking ability when he took a quick dump-off pass for a 48-yard gain late in the fourth quarter while weaving his way through Baltimore's defense. Derrick Henry will…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • First career touchdown

    Spears rushed the ball seven times for 34 yards with a touchdown in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Colts. He added four receptions on five targets for 35 yards.

    Analysis: Spears had a career day, tallying his most touches (11) and total yards (69) as a pro through five games. He also found the end zone for the first time, as he took an end around 19 yards early in the third quarter. Derrick Henry will remain the lead back in Tennessee, but Spears has shown impressive efficiency as a runner early in the campaign, which could lead to additional opportunity moving forward.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Best all-around performance

    Spears recorded 40 yards on five carries in Sunday's 27-3 win over the Bengals. He added three receptions for 18 yards.

    Analysis: Spears tied for a career high with 33 offensive snaps in the Titans' blowout win. That helped him to his most productive performance as a pro and marked the second time he topped 50 total yards across four contests. Derrick Henry continues to lead the backfield, but Spears has shown the ability to be productive and has consistently seen between eight and 10 touches per game.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 6:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in tough matchup

    Spears carried the ball four times for six yards in Sunday's 27-3 loss to the Browns. He added four receptions for three yards.

    Analysis: Spears became the latest victim of the Browns' stifling defense early this season, as he narrowly managed more yards from scrimmage than touches in the game. There were some positives to take away from his role, however, as he was the back on the field for the entirety of a Titans drive just before halftime. The team continues to find ways to work Spears onto the field, though he is still clearly working behind Derrick Henry in the backfield.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works efficiently again

    Spears rushed the ball eight times for 49 yards in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win over the Chargers. He added two receptions (on two targets) for six yards.

    Analysis: Spears saw his relative role in the Titans offense shrink as compared to Week 1, as he managed 10 total touches to Derrick Henry's 28. He showed some explosiveness with his opportunity by tallying long gains of 14 and 11 yards. While clearly the second back on the depth chart, Spears has a role in the offense and should see high single-digit touches on a weekly basis.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 7:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in full practice Thursday

    Spears (groin) was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Spears was limited Wednesday, but it sounds like a non-issue for the rookie heading into Week 2 against the Chargers. He played 54 percent of the Week 1 snaps versus New Orleans, totaling just 28 yards on four touches while catching only one of his four targets.

    Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice Wednesday

    Spears (groin) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game versus the Chargers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: The exact nature of the injury he's dealing with isn't known, so it will be worth keeping an eye on Tennessee's Thursday and Friday injury reports for more clarity. If he misses time, Julius Chestnut will be in line to back up Derrick Henry.

    Published: Wed, Sep 13 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees four targets

    Spears carried the ball three times for 27 yards in Sunday's 16-15 loss to the Saints. He added one reception on four targets for one yard.

    Analysis: Spears was shockingly on the field more than Derrick Henry, as he played on 54 percent of offensive snaps as opposed to Henry's 46 percent clip. Their respective workload did not follow suit, though Spears' involvement in the passing game was noteworthy. The Titans have talked up the rookie's potential since minicamp, and it's clear they'll utilize him in a significant way as a complement to Henry.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 6:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works ahead of other backs again

    Spears had nine carries for 28 yards and caught two of three targets for 13 yards in Friday's preseason game against New England.

    Analysis: Spears got the start and took three carries for three yards on the opening drive while Ryan Tannehill was at quarterback. The rookie then stayed on to play four drives with Malik Willis, getting the first six carries of the game for Tennessee before Julius Chestnut and Jacques Patrick started mixing in. Spears threw a vicious stiff-arm on one of his runs and further cemented his status as the No. 2 back behind only Derrick Henry heading into his NFL regular-season debut Week 1 at New Orleans.

    Published: Fri, Aug 25 at 7:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Showcases explosiveness

    Spears rushed the ball seven times for 57 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 24-16 preseason over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Spears was the first back on the field and played three offensive possessions with Derrick Henry sitting out. He ended his appearance in style by ripping off a 33-yard touchdown, during which he hurdled a defender near the line of scrimmage before showcasing breakaway speed to find the corner of the end zone. Spears will enter the season as the backup to Derrick Henry but should offer big-play ability as a change-of-pace back.

    Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good showing in preseason debut

    Spears ran for 32 yards on six carries in Tennessee's preseason game against Chicago on Saturday.

    Analysis: The third-round pick out of Tulane started for the Titans, adding a four-yard reception on one target in addition to the solid rushing output. Spears might have volume limitations at around 200 pounds and with a concerning knee injury history, but his ability with the football is beyond questioning. Fellow backup prospect Julius Chestnut also did well for himself (seven carries for 46 yards), but given Spears' better pedigree he remains the favorite to back up Derrick Henry in 2023.

    Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues to impress

    Spears, who has regularly been "one of the most active players" this offseason, stood out once again during Tuesday's minicamp practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Though the 2023 third-round selection is clearly behind undisputed top back Derrick Henry in the pecking order, the rookie has a chance to secure a key complementary role this coming season. Along with Spears, 2022 fourth-round pick Hassan Haskins is also in the mix for work behind Henry, though offensive coordinator Tim Kelly told Wyatt that the team plans "to give [Spears] as much as he can handle." With that in mind, it will be worth monitoring how the competition between Spears and Haskins…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 7 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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