Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears Facing Extended Absence Due to Hamstring Injury
In a significant blow to the Tennessee Titans, standout running back Tyjae Spears suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts. The injury forced Spears to leave the game early in the second half, casting a cloud of uncertainty over his availability for the upcoming games.
According to Titans coach Brian Callahan, Spears’ injury will be evaluated on a week-to-week basis, indicating that the talented running back might miss a few contests. The Titans’ next matchup against the Buffalo Bills in Week 7 is a difficult road game, and Spears’ chances of suiting up for this game appear to be extremely low.
Physiotherapist Sebastian Fearon has provided a concerning timeline, predicting that Spears may be out for two to four weeks. This is a significant setback for the 24-year-old running back, who has already struggled this season, with Tony Pollard taking on the primary role in the Titans’ backfield.
Spears has managed just 114 yards on 33 rushes and a touchdown in five games, in addition to catching 12 passes for 76 yards. As the team prepares for Spears’ absence, Pollard and backup Julius Chestnut may see increased playing time in the weeks to come.
In a concerning sign, Spears departed the field during the third quarter of Sunday’s game, as the Titans led 17-10. Initially considered questionable to return, he was eventually ruled out of the game. While Spears attempted to downplay the injury after the game, stating that he would be "good," his admission that the injury would not have allowed him to continue playing suggests a more significant issue.
This is a worrying development for the Titans, who had high hopes for Spears following his impressive performance since being drafted with the 81st overall pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft. Known for his dual-threat abilities, Spears’ absence will undoubtedly impact the team’s performance in the coming weeks.