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Searching for fresh start
Mariota passed for 1,203 yards, seven touchdowns and two interceptions across six games as the Titans' starter in 2019.
Analysis: Mariota was benched after leading the team to a 2-4 record to begin the season. Though he avoided turnovers, he struggled to get the ball out in rhythm, taking 25 sacks in his short stint under center. Mariota is likely to hit the open market this offseason as his rookie contract has expired, and the team appears poised to commit to Ryan Tannehill as its starter in 2020. Though Mariota has disappointed relative to his status as the number two overall pick in the 2015 draft, he has shown flashes…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 25 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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Sent to bench
Mariota will be replaced by Ryan Tannehill as the team's starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: There were rumblings after Mariota was replaced by Tannehill late in Sunday's game that he could be heading for the bench, and coach Mike Vrabel confirmed that notion. Mariota played turnover-free football the first five games of the campaign, and completed 61.7 percent of passes during the Titans' 2-3 start. Things took a turn for the worst in Denver, when the former No. 2 overall pick completed just seven of 18 passes for 63 yards and two interceptions. Mariota had started 61 of 62 games for…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 6:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting run could be over
Coach Mike Vrabel said that he'll decide later Monday or Tuesday on whether Mariota or Ryan Tannehill will start at quarterback Week 7 versus the Chargers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: Mariota played turnover-free football for the first five games of the season but was only adequate from an efficiency standpoint during the Titans' 2-3 start, completing 61.7 percent of his throws for 7.9 yards per attempt. Things fell apart Sunday in Denver, however, as Mariota tossed two interceptions and completed only seven of 18 attempts for 63 yards before being pulled from the contest in the third quarter. Mariota's tenuous hold on the starting job may have been aided by Tannehill…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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Replaced by Tannehill
Mariota was replaced by Ryan Tannehill in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Prior to being pulled from the contest, Mariota completed seven of 15 passes for 63 yards and two picks. Tannehill will now look to help bring the Titans back from a 13-0 deficit, and if he shows well, he could enter the Week 7 starting conversation.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Faces regular pressure in loss
Mariota completed 13 of 22 passes for 183 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in Week 5 against Buffalo. He also added five rushes for 13 yards.
Analysis: Despite the return of Taylor Lewan (suspension), Mariota faced consistent pressure and was sacked five times. He did manage a 57-yard completion, though that came on a screenplay to Jonnu Smith with the entirety of the yardage coming after the catch. As has been the case for much of the season, the Titans appeared intent on limiting Mariota, as he now has under 30 pass attempts in four of five games. A big performance doesn't appear likely in Week 6 either, as he will head to Denver to take on…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Three-touchdown performance
Mariota completed 18 of 27 pass attempts for 227 yards and three touchdowns in Week 4 against Atlanta. He also added three rushes for 22 yards.
Analysis: Mariota jumped out to a hot start, completing 14 of his 19 first-half pass attempts, accounting for all three of his touchdowns and 189 yards. He formed a particular connection with rookie wideout A.J. Brown, delivering touchdowns of 55 and 11 yards to him. With the Titans in command of the game throughout the second half, the team focused on running the ball, slowing Mariota's big performance. Still, his effort -- and the team's victory -- should keep him under center for the foreseeable…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't lose job yet
Coach Mike Vrabel said Mariota isn't in danger of losing his starting job right now, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: The Titans are off to a 1-2 start, with Mariota taking 17 sacks and completing just 60.9 percent of his passes. Tennessee's offensive line may be part of the problem, but Mariota has shown a disturbing tendency to hold the ball for too long. His average time from snap to throw (2.97) is fourth-longest in the league, putting him on track for a second straight season leading the NFL in sack rate (15.6 percent this year, 11.3 percent in 2018). The Titans may consider a switch to Ryan Tannehill at…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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Plenty of yardage in loss
Mariota completed 23 of 40 passes for 304 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in the Titans' 20-7 loss to the Jaguars on Thursday. He also rushed six times for 34 yards and fumbled once but recovered.
Analysis: The final yardage numbers were certainly encouraging from a fantasy perspective, but Mariota couldn't parlay them into any trips to the end zone. The Titans' one touchdown came on a Derrick Henry one-yard run in the fourth quarter, while the majority of Tennessee's other drives were halted and unproductive for the most part, thanks in large part to the nine sacks the Jaguars managed versus the fifth-year quarterback. Mariota did author a 12-play, 81-yard march late in the game, but that…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Thursday
Mariota (quad) does not carry an injury designation for Thursday's game against the Jaguars, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Through the Titans' first two games, Mariota has achieved a degree of fantasy utility by recording 402 passing yards and a 4:0 TD:INT ratio to go along with eight carries for 56 yards. He'll take aim Thursday at a Jacksonville defense that allowed 40 points to the Chiefs in Week 1 but tightened up this past Sunday in a 13-12 loss to the Texans.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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Slated for full practice
Coach Mike Vrabel said prior to Tuesday's practice that Mariota (quadriceps) would be a full participant, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: When the Titans released their estimated practice report Monday, Mariota was listed as a non-participant on account of the quad issue, creating some uncertainty about his status heading into the Thursday night matchup with the Jaguars. Assuming Vrabel's comments hold true, Mariota will likely avoid an injury designation entirely in Week 3. Mariota has yet to commit a turnover through his first two starts while completing 63.5 percent of his passes for 7.7 yards per attempt and four touchdowns.
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with quad issue
Mariota (quadriceps) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Given that the Titans played Sunday, the team didn't have a formal practice Monday, but the noted designation makes Mariota's status worth monitoring in advance of Thursday's game against the Jaguars. Mariota was sacked four times in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Colts, the same number of times he was taken down in Week 1's 43-13 win over the Browns.
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest production in loss
Mariota completed 19 of 28 passes for 154 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Colts. He added 32 yards on five carries.
Analysis: Who doesn't love a fat-guy touchdown? Mariota provided one to open the second quarter Sunday, finding offensive lineman David Quessenberry in the back of the end zone for a one-yard score. The good times slowed after that as Mariota ended the game with a measly 5.5 yards per attempt after an opener versus the Browns in which he made some big plays downfield. A Thursday-night showdown with the Jaguars should help determine which Mariota -- the Week 1 or Week 2 variety -- fans can expect moving…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses three TDs in blowout win
Mariota completed 14 of 24 passes for 248 yards and three touchdowns while adding 24 yards on three rushing attempts in Sunday's 43-13 win over Cleveland.
Analysis: Mariota looked jittery in the pocket throughout the first half, as the offensive line failed to provide much protection against Cleveland's pass rush without left tackle Taylor Lewan (suspension). He got more comfortable with his team playing from ahead in the second half, finding Derrick Henry out of the backfield for a 75-yard score on which Henry did most of the work before hitting reliable tight end Delanie Walker for touchdowns of 11 and seven yards. Despite this strong performance,…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Quick exit Sunday
Mariota did not complete any of his three pass attempts before exiting Sunday's 18-6 preseason loss to Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Mariota was removed after just two brief drives, only contributing points for Pittsburgh (a safety). The signal caller barely had any time to operate behind an offensive line that was abused by the Steelers defense. That may be why Mariota was pulled by head coach Mike Vrabel so early, as to not risk his oft-injured starter's health in an unfavorable situation. The 25-year-old was recently confirmed as the team's starter, but Mariota has a lot to prove in the final year of his rookie contract…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Still the team's top QB
Mariota remains in line to be the Titans' Week 1 starter at QB, backed up by Ryan Tannehill, Joe Rexrode of the Athletic reports.
Analysis: That's a notion also put forth by Erik Bacharach of the Tennessean. Mariota's perch atop the posted depth chart is not something we expected to discuss at this stage, but as John Glennon of the Athletic notes, there's been some recent speculation that a QB competition between Mariota and Ryan Tannehill could be brewing. Tannehill is one of the NFL's more qualified backups, but his presence doesn't seem to be a threat to the short-term job security of Tennessee's incumbent starter. The story…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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Efficient in quarter of play
Mariota completed six of nine pass attempts for 63 yards, while throwing an 11-yard touchdown pass to Delanie Walker during Saturday's 22-17 loss to the Patriots. He also executed a successful two-point conversion with a two-yard run.
Analysis: Mariota's rush on the two-point play had Titans players and coaches waiting with bated breath, as the fifth-year quarterback escaped unscathed from a John Elway, Super Bowl XXXII-esque helicopter landing. His performance in the preseason to this point has been somewhat indicative of the player he's been over the course of his career -- establishing a high completion rate with few explosive downfield throws. He's coming off a season in which 68.9 percent of his attempts were caught, but he…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Not likely to play much, if at all Thursday
Mariota "won't play much" in Thursday's preseason opener against the Eagles, "if he plays at all," Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: In last season's preseason opener, Mariota played just one series and he's not likely to see extended duty this time around as well. Per the report, third-stringer Logan Woodside figures to see plenty of action Thursday night.
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Impressing with arm and legs
Mariota looked sharp in 7-on-7 drills and also scrambled for a nice gain Sunday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Mariota made a number of strong passes, including a 20-yard completion down the field to tight end Anthony Firkser. He also scrambled for a gain after freezing Harold Landry on a pump fake. Mariota is heading into a pivotal season and worked to gain weight in the offseason in an effort to start 16 games for the first time in his career. While very early, he seems to have gotten off to a strong start in training camp.
Published: Sun, Jul 28 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Adds weight to stay healthy
Mariota put on five to 10 pounds during the offseason, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports. "I'm a little bit heavier," Mariota said Monday. "When it comes down to it, being able to absorb the hits and be healthy for a full year, those things haven't happened yet."
Analysis: Mariota has missed at least one game in each of his four NFL seasons and is coming off a 2018 campaign marred by injuries to his neck, right elbow, right shoulder, back, oblique, rib and foot. He played 14 games (13 starts) en route to finishing the year with career highs for rushing yards (357) and completion percentage (68.9), but his injuries forced the Titans into an uber-conservative approach at times. The team spent big money this offseason on slot receiver Adam Humphries and guard Rodger…read more
Published: Mon, Apr 15 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Recovering from numerous injuries
Mariota (neck) dealt with a slew of injuries that flew under the radar in 2018, including a sprained AC joint in his shoulder, a cracked vertebra, a strained oblique, a broken rib and a significant tear of the plantar fascia in his foot, Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville reports.
Analysis: In addition to the issues that largely went unnoticed, Mariota missed Week 2 with an ulnar nerve injury in his throwing arm and Week 17 with a neck stinger. While yet to play a full 16-game season, the 25-year-old has started 55 of 64 possible games since Tennessee made him the No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. The Titans recently invested in a better backup quarterback, swapping out Blaine Gabbert for Ryan Tannehill a couple weeks ago. There won't be any question about the Week 1…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 26 at 6:44am by Rotowire.com
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Joined by Tannehill in Nashville
The Titans are trading for Ryan Tannehill, who could challenge Mariota (neck) for playing time if the 25-year-old struggles in 2019, Erik Bacharach of The Nashville Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Mariota should still be locked in as the Week 1 starter, but he'll feel a bit more pressure than he did in 2018 when Blaine Gabbert was the No. 2 quarterback. It makes sense for the Titans to invest in a high-end backup, considering their starter has yet to play a 16-game season through four years in the NFL. The team has also made an honest effort to improve the talent around Mariota, signing guard Rodger Saffold and slot receiver Adam Humphries earlier this week. Working his way back from a…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 15 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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On pace for OTAs
Head coach Mike Vrabel said Mariota (neck) is on pace to be ready for OTAs in April, Erik Bacharach of the Nashville Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Mariota took a seat in Tennessee's regular-season finale in order to protect a neck injury that was causing nerve issues in his throwing hand. The injury apparently wasn't severe enough to require surgery or treatment of any kind, though, so Mariota only had to rest and lay low in order to recover. It sounds like that plan has worked swimmingly thus far, and it will set Mariota up for a full offseason to lead the Titans offense in adjusting to life under new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith.
Published: Thu, Feb 28 at 7:40am by Rotowire.com
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Facing smooth transition
Mariota (neck/foot) will work with the same playbook terminology in 2019 after the Titans promoted Arthur Smith to replace the departed Matt LaFleur as their offensive coordinator, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Mike Vrabel said he didn't want to subject Mariota and his teammates to massive changes for a second straight offseason. Of course, the Titans still have a lot of work to do on the offensive side, coming off a 2018 season in which they ranked 27th in points (19.4 per game) and 25th in yards (312.6 per game). The team seemed to find an identity with running back Derrick Henry's late-season explosion, but the bigger picture shows a campaign defined by Mariota taking sacks and having trouble…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 23 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Told not to play by doctor
A spine doctor told Mariota (neck/foot) he shouldn't play in Sunday's game against the Colts, Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville reports.
Analysis: Mariota suffered a stinger on the right side of his neck the previous week, leading to numbness and tingling in his throwing arm for a third time this season. He dealt with similar symptoms in September and then again in November, though the first time it was reported as an elbow injury rather than any problem with his neck. Mariota likely will require additional medical evaluation during the offseason, not to mention a prolonged period of rest. His fifth-year option for 2019 is guaranteed for…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 31 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Mariota (neck/foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: With Mariota inactive, Blaine Gabbert will start Sunday night's win-or-go-home contest, with Austin Davis on hand to serve as his backup.
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play Week 17
Mariota (neck), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, isn't expected to play in the contest, Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Ian Rapoport of NFL Network previously relayed that Mariota would warm up with the intention of playing through the stinger on the right side of his neck in the regular-season finale, but Mortensen's report suggests the Titans aren't yet comfortable clearing him for action. Citing sources, Mortensen notes that Mariota's stinger puts him at risk of further damage to his neck, so it's expected Tennessee will err on the side of caution, even with a playoff berth up for grabs. Mariota's status…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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Will test injury before game
Mariota (neck/foot) will participate in a pregame warmup with the intention of playing Sunday against the Colts, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Mariota, who is questionable with a stinger in the right side of his neck, will have a better idea about his status after warming up. He's not expected to be 100 percent for the contest but is hoping to play with a spot in the playoffs on the line. Given that the Colts and Titans are playing in the last game of the regular season at 8:20 p.m. EST, fantasy players in active season-long leagues wouldn't have any ideal alternatives at quarterback on hand beyond Andrew Luck and Blaine Gabbert in…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 29 at 8:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for finale
Mariota (neck/foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Colts after practicing in a limited fashion both Thursday and Friday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: With Mariota still limited after suffering a stinger Week 16, coach Mike Vrabel indicated the team will have further discussions regarding who will start at quarterback in Sunday's win-and-in showdown against Indianapolis. "About the same as it was yesterday," Vrabel said of Mariota's practice performance Friday. "(He was) limited, and we gave him some stuff to do, and he did some stuff. So we'll kind of just keep seeing where it goes, and figure out who gives us the best chance, and how he…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 28 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Considered 'limited' Friday
Coach Mike Vrabel called Mariota (neck/foot) a "limited" participant at Friday's practice, Travis Haney of The Athletic reports. "We'll just keep seeing where it goes and who gives us the best chance [Sunday against the Colts]," Vrabel said regarding the quarterback situation.
Analysis: Mariota more or less looked the same Friday as he did at Thursday's session. After that one, Vrabel mentioned to Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site that Mariota "didn't take the reps that he would normally take." On Friday, Vrabel told Turron Davenport of ESPN.com that Mariota will participate in a workout Saturday to determine where he stands with his stinger. According to Wyatt, Vrabel hasn't ruled out keeping Mariota, Blaine Gabbert and Austin Davis active Sunday. However, with the AFC…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 28 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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Officially limited Thursday
Mariota (neck/foot) was officially limited at practice Thursday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Mariota missed practice Wednesday due to a stinger that he suffered in Week 16, but he returned to the field Thursday and "did some stuff," per coach Mike Vrabel, who added that the QB "didn't take the reps that he would normally take, but he took enough to feel like we can move on to (Friday) and see where we're at there." With a playoff spot at stake, Mariota has indicated that he'll do everything he can to play this weekend, but there's a decent chance he'll end up officially listed as…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 27 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Able to throw Thursday
Mariota (stinger) was able to get some throwing in at Thursday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: We'll have to see how the Titans officially list Mariota's participation level, but his presence on the field Thursday and ability to throw in the process, would appear to bode well for the QB's chances of giving it a go Sunday against the Colts. Per John Glennon of The Athletic, Mariota, who appeared to split reps with fellow signal-caller Blaine Gabbert, was able to make both "short and long throws, probably less velocity than normal."
Published: Thu, Dec 27 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Could play without practicing
Coach Mike Vrabel said Mariota (elbow) could play in Sunday's game against the Colts without practicing at all this week, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: The Titans haven't ruled out a Thursday return to practice, but there also isn't a ton of cause for optimism on that front. Held out of Wednesday's session, Mariota revealed in a radio interview that the right side of his body was numb and tingling after he hurt his throwing elbow during Sunday's 25-16 win over the Redskins. The Titans have already added fellow quarterback Austin Davis to the 53-man roster, essentially admitting there is serious concern about Mariota's availability for a…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 26 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice Wednesday
Coach Mike Vrabel hopes that Mariota (stinger) can practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: Mariota didn't practice Wednesday, instead undergoing treatment related to the stinger he suffered in Week 16. His status for Sunday's win-or-go-home contest against the Colts won't be clarified until later this week, but the quarterback previously stated that he intends to give do whatever he can to give it a go. In Mariota's absence at practice, Blaine Gabbert handled first-team reps.
Published: Wed, Dec 26 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Week 17 status shaky
Mariota said Wednesday in an interview with 104.5 The Zone Nashville that the elbow stinger he suffered in Saturday's 25-16 win over the Redskins resulted in the right side of his body becoming "numb and tingly," Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports. "I'll do everything in my power to see if I can go [Week 17 against the Colts]," Mariota said. "Again, it is just taking it one day at a time."
Analysis: Mariota's comments regarding the injury aren't nearly as optimistic as those from coach Mike Vrabel two days earlier, when Vrabel indicated the quarterback's latest elbow setback wasn't related to the one from earlier in the season that limited him to a backup role Week 2 against the Texans. The 25-year-old noted that a better idea regarding his availability for a de facto play-in game for the postseason this weekend won't come into focus for a few more days, with Mariota's activity in…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 26 at 7:19am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with stinger
Coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Monday that Mariota is dealing with a stinger, but noted the injury isn't related to the one he dealt with earlier in the season, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per Travis Haney of The Athletic, Vrabel relayed that Mariota feels better than he did after games against the Dolphins in Week 1 and Colts in Week 11, when the quarterback suffered an elbow injury and stinger, respectively. Mariota is slated to go through individual work over the next couple days before the Titans reassess his status, but based on Vrabel's early evaluation, it doesn't sound like the signal-caller is at major risk of missing the regular-season finale versus Indianapolis. It's…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Leaves game early, awaiting tests
Mariota (elbow) left Saturday's contest against the Redskins late in the second quarter with a stinger. He finished 10-of-13 on pass attempts for 110 yards and no touchdowns in the 25-16 victory.
Analysis: Mariota was labeled as questionable to return at halftime, but he never came back from the locker room. Head coach Mike Vrabel said that the team is still awaiting the results of tests done by the medical staff, according to Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site. Blaine Gabbert (101 yards and a touchdown) finished off Saturday's win, and would be in line to start the final game of the regular season against the Colts if Mariota's injury forces him out of action.
Published: Sat, Dec 22 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Mariota is questionable to return to Saturday's contest with a stinger, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: There was some chatter that Mariota might be able to return following an injury late in the second quarter, but the quarterback has missed the first two possessions of the second half and is currently still undergoing tests in the locker room. Mariota previously missed time in Week 11 with a stinger and was unable to return to the game. Blaine Gabbert has been fielding snaps under center in his stead.
Published: Sat, Dec 22 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves game with injury
Mariota left Saturday's game late in the second quarter and was taken to the locker room with an unidentified injury, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Late in the second quarter, Mariota was sacked by the Redskins' Jonathan Allen and appeared to come up groggy. While it's unclear exactly what Mariota might have hurt, he did land on his elbow and immediately walked off to the locker room. More information regarding the injury and the quarterback's status for the rest of the contest should be available prior to the start of the second half.
Published: Sat, Dec 22 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Upgrades to full participation
Mariota (foot) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The upgrade from a limited showing Tuesday answers any questions about Mariota's availability for a home game against Washington on Sunday. He attempted just 44 passes the past two weeks, allowing Derrick Henry to do all the heavy lifting.
Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Has foot injury
Mariota was listed as a limited participant on the Titans' injury report Tuesday due to a foot injury, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Mariota has played through elbow, neck, hand and abdominal issues already this season, so it's fairly safe to say he's not in danger of an absence Saturday against the Redskins due to his listing on Tuesday's practice report. That said, his status still should be watched closely as the week goes on.
Published: Tue, Dec 18 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet performance
Mariota completed 12 of 20 passes for 88 yards with no interceptions and no touchdowns in Sunday's 17-0 win over the Giants. He also rushed the ball twice for 11 yards.
Analysis: Mariota attempted only 20 passes due to poor weather conditions, even though the Titans' held the ball for over 35 minutes and ran 67 offensive plays. Even when he did put the ball in the air, Mariota struggled to work with any efficiency, averaging just 4.4 yards per pass attempt seeing his longest completion go for a modest 17 yards. While weather played a factor, the performance continued his up-and-down campaign, marking the third time he's failed to thrown for more than 100 yards and…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Mariota (abdomen) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Giants, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The QB was added to the team's injury report after logging a limited practice Friday, but evidently the abdomen issue that led to that participation downgrade is not enough of an issue to affect his Week 15 status. Over the course of 12 games this season, Mariota has recorded a 11:8 TD:INT while averaging 194 passing yards per game. However, his modest aerial numbers in that span have been supplemented by 61 carries for 339 yards and two TDs. His fantasy prospects Sunday hinge on game planning…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 14 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Friday
Mariota (abdomen) was limited at Friday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: We'll have to see how the Titans officially list Mariota for Sunday's game against the Giants, but so far there is nothing to suggest that his Week 15 status is in any danger.
Published: Fri, Dec 14 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays complementary role in win
Mariota completed 18 of 24 passes for 162 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Titans' 30-9 win over the Jaguars on Thursday. He also rushed four times for 13 yards.
Analysis: Mariota had a front-row seat for Derrick Henry's record-setting 238-yard, four-touchdown night, a caliber of effort that also left him playing a complementary role. The 25-year-old did see his modest two-game streak of two touchdowns apiece come to an end, but he was highly efficient while completing 75.0 percent of his passes. Mariota has now connected on greater than 70.0 percent of his throws in five of his last seven contests, and he'll look to continue his solid play when Tennessee faces…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 6 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Updating a previous report, Mariota (right hand) practiced fully Tuesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: Mariota's assertions that his Week 14 status is not in jeopardy were validated by Tuesday's official injury report in advance of Thursday night's game against the Jaguars. He's put up solid fantasy numbers over his last two games, but Mariota faces a challenge this week while going up against a Jacksonville defense that dominated the Colts in a 6-0 victory in Week 13.
Published: Tue, Dec 4 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Says he'll play Thursday
Though he was limited in practice Tuesday, Mariota (hand) indicated that there are no doubts about his status for Thursday's game against the Jaguars, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: We'll have to see if the QB ends up with an injury designation for the contest or is removed from the Titans' Week 14 injury report altogether come Wednesday, but based on Mariota's comments, it looks safe to roll with him as usual in fantasy lineups this week.
Published: Tue, Dec 4 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed on Monday injury report
Mariota (hand) is listed as a limited participant on the Monday practice report, Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville reports.
Analysis: The Titans didn't actually practice, but if they had, they estimated Mariota would've been limited by an injury to his throwing hand. He didn't seem to have any trouble in Sunday's 26-22 comeback win over the Jets, completing 20 of 35 passes for 282 yards, two touchdowns and an interception. Mariota did have issues with his throwing elbow and hand earlier this season, so it's worth keeping an eye one as the Titans continue to prepare for Thursday's game against the Jaguars.
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Surpasses 300 total yards
Mariota completed 20 of 35 passes for 282 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 26-22 win over the Jets. He also rushed four times for 43 yards.
Analysis: Mariota got off to a slow start -- highlighted by a pick-six -- failing to lead a scoring drive on the Titans' first five offensive possessions. However, he rebounded to lead a 68-yard touchdown drive to close the first half, capped off by a 12-yard pass to find the end zone. Mariota also led the game-winning march, ultimately finding Corey Davis for a score with only 36 seconds remaining in the game. He's now managed multiple passing touchdowns in four of his last five games, and his…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Completes 19 straight in loss
Mariota completed 22 of 23 passes for 304 yards and two touchdowns in Monday's 34-17 loss to the Texans. He also rushed six times for 28 yards.
Analysis: Mariota incredibly connected on his first 19 attempts, lasting until just over a minute remained in the game before misfiring. In addition to his elite precision, both of Mariota's touchdown passes came from deep, as he found Jonnu Smith for a 61-yard catch and run in the first quarter, then hit Corey Davis for a 48-yard score in the third. What arguably made Mariota's efficiency most impressive, however, was that he was regularly under pressure, as Houston sacked him six times on the night.…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 26 at 8:49pm by Rotowire.com
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All clear for Monday night
Mariota (neck) doesn't have an injury designation for Monday's game at Houston, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: Mariota began the week as a limited practice participant but faced no limitations the past two days as he was dealing with some numbness in his right arm caused by a stinger. Coach Mike Vrabel indicated Friday the 25-year-old should return to his starting role given his full practice participation, and avoiding a setback Saturday clears the way for Monday's divisional tilt.
Published: Sat, Nov 24 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully Friday, likely to start
Mariota (neck) progressed to a full practice Friday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: ESPN's Turron Davenport relays that Mariota is on track to start Monday night's game against the Texans, though coach Mike Vrabel has yet to officially confirm that likely outcome. "I would imagine that Marcus is going to be the starting quarterback after being not limited, and full, and probably hope to start," Vrabel said of Mariota following Friday's practice. "It looked good today, but that's why you practice. You try to always improve and get better."
Published: Fri, Nov 23 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Mariota (neck) was listed as limited during Thursday's walk-through practice session, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: The QB has been dealing with some numbness in his right arm as a result of a stinger that he suffered this past Sunday against the Colts. With that in mind, coach Mike Vrabel indicated that the team should have a better handle on Mariota's status for Monday night's contest against the Texans as the week progresses. "I think that we'll see on Friday as he comes back out," Vrabel noted Thursday of the Titans' starting signal-caller. "We'll have to throw the football tomorrow; I don't think we…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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Labels self as day-to-day
Mariota (neck) said Wednesday that he only threw during the individual period of the Titans' practice and considers himself day-to-day in advance of Monday's game against the Texans, Travis Haney of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Perhaps more notably, Mariota shed light on the specifics of his neck injury, which he said is unrelated to the nerve issue he dealt with in September that impacted his ability to throw and grip the football. Mariota supported that statement by completing his throws Wednesday without the aid of a glove, per John Glennon of The Athletic, which the quarterback hadn't been able do while playing through the previous injury. Though Mariota's availability for Week 12 hasn't been confirmed, he's…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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On field for practice
Mariota (neck) was present for the open portion of Wednesday's practice and was seen throwing short passes to a team trainer, John Glennon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Blaine Gabbert was the only Titans quarterback that threw to receivers during individual drills, but Mariota's presence on the field in any capacity can be taken as a good sign after he was diagnosed with a stinger coming out of Sunday's loss to the Colts. Since the Titans will travel to Houston to face the Texans on Monday Night Football in Week 12, Tennessee won't unveil its first practice report until Thursday. The extra day off between games should help Mariota's chances of being available…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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Diagnosed with stinger
Mariota has been diagnosed with a stinger, rather than the elbow injury previously reported, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: A stringer can cause shooting pain down the arm, perhaps explaining why it felt similar to the elbow injury Mariota suffered early this season. Both issues do involve a nerve on the right side of his body, so there is still some cause for concern regarding the quarterback's status for Week 12 against the Texans. Mariota was removed from Sunday's 38-10 loss to Indianapolis in the second quarter, finishing 10-of-13 passing for 85 yards and an interception. Blaine Gabbert will get the nod against…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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May have aggravated nerve issue
The elbow injury that resulted in Mariota's early departure in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Colts may be related to the nerve issue the quarterback dealt with earlier in the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The prior nerve problem most notably affected Mariota's ability to grip and throw the football, both of which significantly hindered his effectiveness. Though he only missed out on one start while battling the elbow injury, it's probably not a coincidence that Mariota averaged a mediocre 6.7 yards per attempt and completed only 63.6 percent of his passes through the Titans' first six games of the season before turning his performance around between Weeks 7 and 10 once he was further removed…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 7:51am by Rotowire.com
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Injury update on tap Monday
An update on Mariota's elbow injury that forced him out of Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Colts will be provided Monday, ESPN's Turron Davenport reports.
Analysis: Coach Mike Vrabel relayed after the contest that Mariota -- who also dealt with an elbow issue earlier this season -- indicated after exiting Sunday's game that he was okay, but the team decided to stick with Blaine Gabbert with protecting Mariota's health in mind. At the very least, we expect the issue to impact Mariota's practice participation leading up to next Monday's game against the Texans.
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits game with elbow injury
Mariota was forced out of Sunday's game against the Colts with an elbow injury, John Glennon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: After exiting Sunday's game in the second quarter, Mariota -- who dealt with an elbow issue earlier this season -- was back on the Titans' sideline to start the second half. However, Blaine Gabbert remained in the contest for the team's first third-quarter series on offense.
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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Exits Sunday's game
Mariota (undisclosed) exited Sunday's game against the Colts in the second quarter, John Glennon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mariota was spotted shaking his right arm/shoulder following the play that preceded his exit. He was replaced in Sunday's contest by Blaine Gabbert.
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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Tosses two early scores in win
Mariota completed 16 of 24 passes for 228 yards and two touchdowns while rushing twice for 21 yards and adding a 21-yard reception in Sunday's 34-10 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Mariota finished each of Tennessee's first two drives with a passing touchdown -- first finding Jonnu Smith from four yards out and then Corey Davis from 23. The Titans never relinquished that lead, relying mostly on the run to chew clock in the second half. Mariota will lead his team into a pivotal Week 11 road game against the division rival Colts after consecutive efficient, two-touchdown outings in wins.
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals three touchdowns in win
Mariota completed 21 of 29 passes for 240 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 28-14 win over the Cowboys. He also rushed 10 times for 32 yards and another score but lost two fumbles.
Analysis: Mariota got off to a rough start, fumbling on Tennessee's first two possessions, but he rallied with back-to-back touchdown drives afterward. While Derrick Henry ran in the team's first score of the night, Mariota found fellow tailback Dion Lewis on an 18-yard screen pass to put the Titans ahead in the second quarter. Although Dallas would quickly answer with a touchdown of its own, Mariota's seven-yard shuffle pass to Jonnu Smith gave his team a third-quarter lead it wouldn't relinquish, and…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 5 at 8:22pm by Rotowire.com
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