The Tennessee Titans are facing another setback following their 0-3 start to the NFL season, as they may lose starting cornerback Chidobe Awuzie to injured reserve due to a groin injury. Awuzie sustained the injury during the Titans’ 30-14 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 3, where the team struggled to keep pace after briefly tying the game 7-7 early on. The Packers took control of the game, building a 27-7 lead by the third quarter. After the game, NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported that Awuzie’s injury could land him on injured reserve, which would sideline him for an extended period.
Head coach Brian Callahan confirmed that Awuzie will miss time but didn’t rule out the possibility of him playing in Week 4 against the Miami Dolphins. Callahan stated, “We’ll see what that looks like as the week goes,” keeping the door open for Awuzie’s potential return. However, the Titans are bracing for the worst, considering the nature of groin injuries, which often require time to heal.
The injury to Awuzie adds to the Titans’ early-season struggles, as the team has failed to secure a win in their first three games. Head coach Brian Callahan took responsibility for the team’s poor performance, expressing his frustration and disappointment after the loss to the Packers. “I’ve not done a good job, I’m a 0-3 head coach. It’s embarrassing and disappointing,” Callahan admitted. He emphasized that he needs to be better and acknowledged the impact of offensive turnovers, which have plagued the team in recent games.
As the Titans prepare for their Week 4 matchup against the Miami Dolphins, Callahan is focused on improving the team’s overall performance and addressing the issues that have contributed to their winless start. While the potential loss of Awuzie is a significant blow to the defense, the Titans will need to regroup and make necessary adjustments to avoid further setbacks as the season progresses.
The Titans’ coaching staff and players will need to step up in Week 4, especially if Awuzie is placed on injured reserve, as the team looks to turn around their fortunes and get their first win of the season.
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