QB Ryan Tannehill vs. Colts’ front seven

If there’s anything that adds the element of new to a divisional rivalry, it’s a change of starters, especially at very important positions. When the Colts and Titans reunite on Sunday, one team will have a new starting quarterback under center and it’s not the one some of you are thinking of.

Ryan Tannehill has watched his career receive new life as the Titans’ new starting quarterback and rightfully so. As their signal-caller, Tannehill led the Titans to a 4-1 record in their last five games, while instantly improving their offense. In fact, the Titans are averaging a full touchdown worth of points per game and increased their passing yardage by 50 yards per game, while also lowering their sacks per game total to 2.8.

But your confidence must be high if you’re a Colts fan. In recent weeks, you’ve watched this defensive unit continue to improve despite dealing with tough competition and an onslaught of injuries. You have to consider the fact pass rusher Justin Houston had a six-game streak with at least one sack and the secondary managed to hold it down, despite missing cornerbacks Pierre Desir, Kenny Moore, and Rock Ya-Sin at times.