Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (knee) has been ruled out for Week 15 against the Houston Texans for the second straight week. Defensive tackle Denico Autry (knee), linebacker Jack Gibbens (back) and safety K'Von Wallace (quadriceps) are questionable for Sunday's game. Simmons was injured in Week 13 against the Indianapolis Colts. The Titans rush defense has been around the middle of the pack this year in terms of rushing yards allowed per game (110.2) and overall they've been entirely off the fantasy radar. They'll be pretty vulnerable on the ground on Sunday, and expect the Texans to test it with running backs Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary, especially with rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud (concussion) doubtful to play.
Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons (knee) is expected to miss a few weeks after suffering a knee injury in the Week 13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts. The two-time All-Pro's absence is a big loss for the Titans' defensive front, especially heading into a matchup with the explosive Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. Simmons posted 44 tackles and 5.5 sacks through his first 12 games of the 2023 campaign. In his absence, Titans' key pass-rushers Denico Autry, Harold Landry, and Arden Key will look to step up and generate pressure on Tua Tagovailoa in Week 14.
Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. At the time of his departure, he had logged two sacks. Until he can return, Jaleel Johnson should tally more snaps at the defensive tackle position.
Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons (ankle) had his ankle "cleaned up" in the offseason but said he feels fine now. Simmons' ankle injury caused him to miss two games last year, but he should be good to go for training camp this summer and the start of the 2023 season after signing a four-year, $94 million contract extension this offseason. The 25-year-old former first-round pick (19th overall) in 2019 has been an All-Pro the last two seasons and finished with 54 tackles (25 solo), 7.5 sacks, nine tackles for loss, 14 QB hits, seven passes defensed and one forced fumble in 15 starts for the Titans last year. He has 16 sacks for Tennessee the last two years and will remain a key part of their defensive line in 2023.
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons has signed a new contract with the organization. The two sides have agreed on a four-year, $94 million extension. Simmons was set to play out his fifth-year option before heading to free agency next offseason. Obviously, the Titans didn't want that to happen as they lock up their former first round pick through the 2027 season. Simmons has earned back-to-back Pro Bowl selections and is a force on the d-line. Last season, Simmons recorded 54 tackles, 7.5 sacks, and one fumble forced in 15 games with Tennessee. The 25-year-old doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon.
Titans Have Had Extension Discussions With Jeffery Simmons
The Tennessee Titans and defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons have had talks about a long-term deal. Simmons is currently scheduled to play the 2023 season on his fifth-year option at $10.753 million, but he has outplayed that. He recorded 7.5 sacks and 27 pressures from the interior last year and has been a Pro Bowler in back-to-back seasons. On top of it, the 25-year-old pass-rusher battled through an ankle injury in 15 starts in 2022. In the last two years with Tennessee, Simmons has 67 solo tackles, 21 tackles for loss, 30 QB hits, 16 sacks, 13 passes defensed and a forced fumble in 32 games started.
Tennessee Titans defensive end Jeffery Simmons (ankle) is listed as questionable for the Week 12 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Pro Bowl pass rusher sat out in Week 10, but played last week against the Green Bay Packers. He was limited during practice this week, so the team might wait until warmups to make a final decision. Through nine games, Simmons has 35 tackles, 6.5 sacks, and one fumble forced this season. His absence would certainly be a benefit to the Cincinnati running game.
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (ankle) is expected to play on Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers, according to sources. Simmons is one of the top defensive linemen in the NFL and is set to return after missing the Week 10 win over the Denver Broncos. Simmons was listed as questionable on the final injury report. The 25-year-old has been having a great season, racking up 5.5 sacks, 30 tackles (16 solo), six tackles for loss, nine QB hits, four passes defensed and one forced fumble in eight games for the Titans. His return is bad news for quarterback Aaron Rodgers and company as they look for their second straight win.
Titans Pick Up Fifth-Year Option On Jeffery Simmons
The Tennessee Titans exercised the fifth-year option for defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons on Wednesday, which will keep him under contract with the team through the 2023 season. Simmons was a first-round pick by the Titans in 2019 and is coming off his first Pro Bowl while recording a career-best 8.5 sacks in 2021. He also led the team with 58 QB pressures and was second with 12 tackles for loss. The 24-year-old pass-rusher also finished with 54 tackles (42 solo) and six passes defensed in his best NFL season over 17 regular season starts. Simmons will once again be a key part of Tennessee's defense in his fourth NFL season in 2022.
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (knee) did not take part in practice on Wednesday. Simmons will need to get in some practice time later this week if he hopes to play in Week 16 against the Packers. While Tennessee's defense should be avoided for this matchup against Green Bay's high-powered offense under Aaron Rodgers, Simmons has been a borderline fantasy starter in IDP leagues at the defensive line position this season. The 23-year-old hasn't had a sack since Week 12 against the Colts, but he does have 47 combined tackles (three for loss), 12 QB hits, five passes defensed, a forced fumble, three fumble recoveries and three sacks on the year. Tennessee will need Simmons on Sunday to try and slow down the Packers.
