Titans Prepare for Saints Showdown with an Unexpectedly Healthy Roster
The Tennessee Titans are gearing up to take on the New Orleans Saints in their Week 17 matchup, a game that marks the second-to-last of the season for the struggling Titans. With a dismal record of 3-12, the team has faced a barrage of injuries throughout the year. However, as the end of the season approaches, the Titans have placed the majority of their injured players on injured reserve, resulting in a surprising twist: a fully healthy 53-man roster ready to compete.
Healthy Scratchings Ahead of the Saints Matchup
As the Titans prepare to face off against the Saints, five players have been designated as healthy scratches for this crucial game.
DB Jerrick Reed
After making his debut last week in a surprising win against the Kansas City Chiefs, Reed finds himself back on the inactive list. In his place, Erick Hallett will take the field, marking his first appearance for the Titans.
OT Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson
Crenshaw-Dickson will not see action for a second consecutive week. His rookie season has been marred by inactivity, making the upcoming offseason a pivotal period for him to secure a spot with the Titans or another franchise.
OT Garrett Dellinger
Recently claimed off waivers from the Cleveland Browns, Dellinger is still awaiting his chance to make his Titans debut. With only one game left in the season, he will have one final opportunity to showcase his skills against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
OG Drew Moss
Moss has yet to make an appearance for the Titans after being claimed off waivers earlier in the season. Time is running out for him to prove himself before the offseason arrives.
DT Cam Horsley
Horsley was signed to the active roster from the practice squad last week but will sit out for a second straight game as a healthy scratch.
Saints Face Key Absences
The Saints will also be missing several key players as they head into this matchup. Notable inactives include defensive back Ugo Amadi, defensive tackle Bryan Bresee, wide receiver Mason Tipton, cornerback Rejzohn Wright, tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden, running back Alvin Kamara, and offensive lineman Cesar Ruiz.
The absence of these impactful players could provide the Titans with a strategic advantage. Both Ruiz and Bresee, former first-round picks, hold significant roles on the Saints roster, and Kamara has proven to be one of the league’s most effective running backs when healthy. With these players sidelined, the Titans may have a better shot at leveling the playing field.
As the Titans look to make the most of their healthy roster and capitalize on the Saints’ key absences, the anticipation for this matchup continues to build. Fans will be eager to see if the team can turn the tide in what has been a challenging season.
