TYJAE SPEARS NEWS

Won't return Sunday Spears (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest versus the Patriots.

Impact Spears followed up a limited practice Wednesday with no work Thursday and Friday, which was enough for the Titans to rule him out for a third straight contest. Meanwhile, the team's top RB Tony Pollard (foot) didn't log any activity this week but still is listed as questionable for Week 9 action. If Pollard isn't able to suit up, either, Julius Chrstnut and perhaps even practice-squad member Joshua Kelley would be tasked with manning Tennessee's backfield.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tennessee Titans injury report: Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears both missing; who are the RBs? The Tennessee Titans are dealing with several injuries this week, including ones to both of their top running backs Tony Pollard and Tyjae S...

1 DAY AGO • TENNESSEAN.COM

Misses Thursday's practice Spears (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Spears was a limited participant in Wednesday's session, so his downgrade in participation a day later is concerning. Meanwhile, Tony Pollard has missed consecutive practices with a foot injury, leaving Julius Chestnut as the healthiest RB on the Titans' active roster, while Joshua Kelley and Jabari Small are currently on the team's practice squad. In any case, Friday's injury report will add valuable context with regard the composition of Tennessee's backfield ahead of Sunday game against the Patriots.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limited practice Wednesday Spears (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Spears has missed the last two games, but coach Brian Callahan noted Wednesday that the running back "should be good to go" Sunday against the Patriots. While Spears seemingly has a good chance to play this weekend, it's notable that fellow RB Tony Pollard missed Wednesday' session with a foot injury. Look for added context regarding the Titans' Week 9 backfield situation to surface no later than Thursday, when the team returns to practice.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Titans RB Tyjae Spears to sit vs. Lions The Tennessee Titans on Saturday announced that two players will be out for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions: running back Tyjae Spea...

OCTOBER 26 • SACBEE.COM

Missing another week Spears (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest against the Lions, John Glennon of NashvillePost.com reports.

Impact Spears managed to practice in limited fashion all week, but it wasn't enough to clear him ahead of a difficult matchup against the Lions. Expect Tony Pollard to once again see a healthy workload one week after racking up 18 total touches in the absence of Spears.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after three LPs Spears (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact Spears logged three consecutive limited practices as he tries to limit his absence due to this injury to just one game. If Spears suits up, he would likely return to a change-of-pace role behind Tony Pollard.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited Thursday Spears (hamstring) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice session, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Spears injured his hamstring during the Titans' Week 6 loss to the Colts. He was unable to practice all of last week which led to him being sidelined for Week 7 against the Bills, but the 2023 third-round pick managed to return to practice Wednesday. The fact that Spears has been able to participate in back-to-back practices to open the week is a positive trend, and Friday's injury report should provide a better idea of whether he'll be able to play Sunday against the Lions. If Spears cannot play, Julius Chestnut would serve as the Titans' backup running back Sunday while Tony Pollard serves as the clear lead back.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

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 website reports.

Impact Spears pulled his hamstring in Week 6 against the Colts and missed this past Sunday's loss to the Bills. Tony Pollard had to briefly leave 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.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Spears, who also missed Wednesday's session, has one more chance to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Bills. If he's unable to play this weekend, offensive coordinator Nick Holz relayed 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.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

No practice Wednesday Spears (hamstring) won't practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Impact Head coach Brian Callahan said Monday that Spears is viewed as week-to-week, so the running back's non-participation Wednesday isn't surprising. If Spears is unavailable Sunday against the Bills, Julius Chestnut would be next in line for carries for the Titans behind Tony Pollard, with Joshua Kelley and Jabari Small being potential practice squad elevations.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Titans RB Tyjae Spears (hamstring) week-to-week Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears is considered week-to-week with a hamstring injury, likely ruling him out for Sunday’s game at Bu...

OCTOBER 14 • THESTATE.COM

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

Impact Spears injured his hamstring in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Colts. While the week-to-week label doesn't rule Spears out for Week 7 against the Bills, his chances of suiting up are probably less than 50 percent. Julius Chestnut got the only carry by a Tennessee running back other than Tony Pollard or Spears against the Colts.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Going to Show Up and Do Our Thing | Tyjae Spears Media Availability Titans RB Tyjae Spears addresses the media on Thursday at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

OCTOBER 10 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

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.

Impact 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 in Week 6 against the Colts after Tennessee's Week 5 bye.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Tyjae Spears High-Steps in on Wild Cat TD for Tennessee | Game Highlights Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears high-steps in on wild cat touchdown for the Titans against the Miami Dolphins.

OCTOBER 1 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

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.

Impact 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 29-yard catch midway through the third quarter. Spears remains firmly behind Tony Pollard in opportunity out of the Tennessee backfield.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tyjae Spears Races Down Sideline on 29-Yard Catch and Run | Game Highlights Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears races down sideline on 29-yard catch and run.

SEPTEMBER 22 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

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

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to suit up Week 3 Spears (ankle) is expected to play Sunday versus Green Bay, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Spears injured his ankle in a Week 2 loss to the Jets and logged a DNP/LP/FP progression during Week 3 prep. He was deemed questionable on Friday's injury report but appears set to play against the Packers on Sunday. Spears should continue to back up Tony Pollard at running back after totaling 41 yards on 10 carries plus 22 yards on six receptions through the first two weeks of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

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.

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

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

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.

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE