Titans WR Tajae Sharpe nominated for ‘Anything But Ordinary’ Award

The honor is something the NFL and Microsoft Surface have partnered on that highlights the passions and innovations of players throughout the league.

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Tajae Sharpe has been nominated for the first-ever “Anything But Ordinary” Player of the Year Award.

The honor is something the NFL and Microsoft Surface have partnered on that highlights the passions and innovations of players throughout the league.

Outside of football, Sharpe also pursues a music career as a rapper and a producer.

During the 2019 offseason, the wideout released a mixtape with his group GMR (Get Money Regardless).

Here’s a complete look at the list of nominees for the award.

AFC Nominees

Baltimore Ravens Justin Tucker, K Kansas City Chiefs Travis Kelce, TE
Buffalo Bills Tre’Davious White, CB Los Angeles Chargers Keenan Allen, WR
Cincinnati Bengals Carlos Dunlap, DE Miami Dolphins Christian Wilkins, DE
Cleveland Browns Jarvis Landry, WR New England Patriots Jonathan Jones, CB
Denver Broncos Von Miller, LB New York Jets Brandon Copeland, LB
Houston Texans Justin Reid, S Oakland Raiders Darren Waller, TE
Indianapolis Colts Anthony Castonzo, T Pittsburgh Steelers JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR
Jacksonville Jaguars Najee Goode, LB Tennessee Titans Tajae Sharpe, WR

NFC Nominees

Arizona Cardinals Larry Fitzgerald, WR Minnesota Vikings Adam Thielen, WR
Atlanta Falcons Grady Jarrett, DT New Orleans Saints Cam Jordan, DE
Carolina Panthers Christian McCaffrey, RB New York Giants Dalvin Tomlinson, DT
Chicago Bears Tarik Cohen, RB Philadelphia Eagles Brandon Brooks, G
Dallas Cowboys Dak Prescott, QB San Francisco 49ers Dee Ford, DE
Detroit Lions Romeo Okwara, DE Seattle Seahawks Tyler Lockett, WR
Green Bay Packers Jimmy Graham, TE Tampa Bay Buccaneers Mike Evans, WR
Los Angeles Rams Andrew Whitworth, T Washington Redskins Vernon Davis, TE

“NFL players are as dedicated to blazing unique paths for themselves off the field as they are to elite performance on the field,” Gina Scott, NFLPA Vice President, Partner Services said in a statement.

“Whether it’s business or technology or in the community, they have continually shown that they are ‘more than just football players.’ This award presented by Microsoft underscores that and will inspire more players to get involved in other pursuits.”

Finalists will be chosen through a fan vote which runs through Jan. 20. One lucky grand prize winner will win a trip for two to Super Bowl LIV and a chance to see the winner announced at NFL Honors on Feb. 1.

Fans can cast a vote at https://anythingbutordinaryaward.com/.

Studs and duds from Titans’ 38-28 loss to Saints

Here’s a look at just some players who stood out, and who might like to have a play or two back from today’s game.

The Tennessee Titans were unable to clinch or be eliminated from postseason contention in Sunday’s game against the visiting New Orleans Saints, but didn’t make anything easier on themselves as they fell, 38-28 in the final home game of the year.

Next week, the Titans will look to bounce back as they face the Houston Texans for the second time of the season.

Here’s a look at just some players who stood out, and who might like to have a play or two back from today’s game.

Stud: WR Tajae Sharpe

A.J. Brown was practically a non-factor in the game, not reeling in his first reception until the final minutes of the fourth quarter.

It was Sharpe who answered the call instead, catching five passes for 69 yards and two touchdowns. No wide receiver in the game accounted for more scoring receptions.

Titans WR Adam Humphries, CB Adoree Jackson miss Thursday practice

Here’s a look at the complete injury report.

The Tennessee Titans took the practice field on Thursday in preparation of this week’s matchup against the Oakland Raiders, but were missing some of their usual players.

Linebacker Daren Bates (shoulder), wide receiver Adam Humphries (ankle), cornerbacks Adoree Jackson (foot) and LeShaun Sims (ankle) and defensive tackle Jurrell Casey (not injury related) each did not practice.

Running back Derrick Henry (hamstring), center Ben Jones (thumb) and wide receiver A.J. Brown (calf) were all limited participants.

Wide receivers Corey Davis (not injury related) and Tajae Sharpe (hamstring) were marked as full participants.

Here’s a look at the complete injury report.

The Titans face the Raiders at 3:25 p.m. CT on Sunday in Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.

Titans WR Corey Davis, RB Derrick Henry miss Wednesday practice

Here’s a look at the complete injury report for both teams.

The Tennessee Titans took the practice field on Wednesday in preparation of this week’s matchup against the Oakland Raiders.

But the team was without some of its usual players.

Linebacker Daren Bates (shoulder), wide receiver Corey Davis (not injury related), running back Derrick Henry (hamstring), wide receiver Adam Humphries (ankle), cornerback Adoree Jackson (foot) and cornerback LeShaun Sims (ankle) did not practice.

Center Ben Jones (thumb) was a limited participant, and wide receiver Tajae Sharpe (hamstring) was listed as a full participant.

Here’s a look at the complete injury report for both teams.

The Titans are set to face the Oakland Raiders at 3:25 p.m. CT on Sunday in Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.

Titans announce inactives vs. Colts

Here’s a look at the complete list of inactives for the Titans.

The Tennessee Titans (6-5) look to extend their winning streak to three games as they face a visiting Indianapolis Colts team this week.

But, they will be without some players.

The team’s inactives list looked roughly as expected, and was released ahead of the game on Sunday.

Here’s a look at the complete list of inactives for the Titans, which includes wide receiver Tajae Sharpe, who was downgraded to questionable earlier in the week.

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The Titans and Colts are set to kick off at noon CT in Lucas Oil Stadium.

Titans WR Tajae Sharpe downgraded to questionable ahead of matchup vs. Colts

The Tennessee Titans have had their fair share of troubles with the injury bug this season, and it’s continued to affect the team into this week.

The Tennessee Titans have had their fair share of troubles with the injury bug this season, and it’s continued to affect the team into this week.

On Saturday afternoon, wide receiver Tajae Sharpe was downgraded to questionable ahead of Week 13’s matchup against the division rival Indianapolis Colts.

Sharpe was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice, and was a full participant on Thursday and Friday while dealing with a hamstring injury.

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So far this season, Sharpe totals 13 receptions for 194 yards and two touchdowns.

The Titans and Colts are set to kick off at noon CT in Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday.

Titans-Chiefs: a look at offensive snap counts

Here’s a complete look at the offensive snap counts from the victory.

The Tennessee Titans (5-5) entered Sunday’s contest against the Kansas City Chiefs (6-4) as heavy underdogs, but pulled off the 35-32 win in dramatic fashion in Nissan Stadium.

The Titans did a good job of feeding Derrick Henry the ball, and the rusher totaled 37 snaps.
Rookie A.J. Brown led wide receivers with 49 snaps, while Tajae Sharpe had 42 snaps, Adam Humphries played for 34 snaps and Kalif Raymond saw action for 10 snaps.
Raymond was also very involved on special teams, on the field for 47%, with tight end MyCole Pruitt next in line at 38%.

Here’s a complete look at the offensive snap counts from the victory.

The Titans face the Jacksonville Jaguars next at 3:05 p.m. CT on Sunday in Nissan Stadium.