The Tennessee Titans have a massive divisional clash awaiting them this weekend against a hobbled Houston Texans team that will be without some key players.
Headlining that list of key players is quarterback C.J. Stroud, who is doubtful and highly unlikely to play. Veteran Case Keenum is reportedly expected to start in Stroud’s place.
That’s good news for a Titans team that is trying to win its first division game since Oct. 30, 2022. Since then, the Titans have dropped six straight division contests, including three this season alone.
The Titans are also looking to win back-to-back games for the first time, something this team hasn’t accomplished since Weeks 10 and 11 of 2022.
Believe it or not, there is a path to where the Titans can end the week being just one game back of the final wild card spot, although they’ll need a lot of help to get there.
While the playoffs are highly unlikely, it will at least give the Titans something to chase over the final couple of weeks.
In order to notch a victory and keep their slim postseason hopes alive, the Titans are going to have to win three specific battles. Here are the key matchups to watch for Week 15.