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Titans’ Sweat downplays his breakout performance

“No one runs on the Titans,” says T’Vondre Sweat.

Heading into Monday night, the Tennessee Titans knew they would need a big effort up front to stop the high-powered Miami offense from playing without star DT Jeffery Simmons. That is exactly what they got from DT T’Vondre Sweat and his running mates in the 31-12 victory. 

Sweat was dominant and announced his presence to the NFL in primetime. The mammoth rookie was a rock in the middle of the defense. He recorded six tackles (three solo) and two for a loss in his best game as a pro. 

When asked about the loss of Simmons and the loss of his impact on stopping the run, he seemed unfazed when asked about the comments that “no one runs on the Titans.”

“We set standards in our room, yeah, Jeff said that, but we set standards in our room, and that’s the standard.”

That is what Sweat and linemate Sebastian Joseph-Day did, holding dynamic RB Devon Achane to 15 yards on 10 carries. They stifled the Dolphins’ rushing attack with Simmons on the sideline with an elbow injury and forced them to rely on newly signed QB Tyler Huntley to beat them—something Huntley could not do. 

The Titans have an outstanding defense and played a tremendous game against the Dolphins without multiple starters. Led by players like Sweat, they will only get better as the year moves forward. 

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Titans vs. Dolphins Player of the Game: DT T’Vondre Sweat

The Titans defeated the Dolphins 31-12 in Miami on Monday Night Football, and there’s one player who earned Player of the Game honors.

The Tennessee Titans went to Florida and earned their first win of the 2024 season by defeating the Miami Dolphins 31-12.

In a game in which starting quarterback Will Levis went down with an injury, so many players stepped up that it was difficult to single out one player. However, defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat has earned this week’s Player of the Game honors.

Sweat recorded six tackles (three solo) and two for a loss. This is his most productive game thus far, and his energy is so infectious that everyone around him plays that much better.

Sebastian Joseph-Day recorded six tackles (three solo), one sack, one tackle for a loss and two quarterback hits.

Kenneth Murray Jr. had nine tackles (six solo) and one tackle for a loss.

But Sweat’s energy kept the defense going, allowing Joseph-Day and Murray Jr. to break through and make tackles. He is fast cementing himself as the foundation for this defense’s future. His play on the field, his energy, and his larger-than-life personality are all things we will see a lot of going forward.

Titans vs. Packers: 3 reasons for optimism in Week 3

The Tennessee Titans take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 3 and here are three reasons for optimism in Nashville.

The Tennessee Titans are preparing to face the Green Bay Packers in Week 3 action on Sunday at Nissan Stadium. The Titans (0-2) again failed to get over the hump and fell to the Jets in a competitive game that they could have easily won.

The Packers (1-1) rallied around backup quarterback Malik Willis and got their first win against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2.

There is a lot on the line and this should be an interesting game the Titans have three reasons to be optimistic that they can finally get into the win column.

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The defense is better than advertised

The Titans’ defense again answered the bell and did a good job holding the Jets in check. It wasn’t quite the dominant performance from Week 1, but the Jets have a better offense than the Chicago Bears. The Titans’ defense is ranked first in total defense after Week 2 and should present a challenge to the Packers, regardless of who takes the snaps. The Packers do have a strong running game, but they haven’t faced a tandem like Jeffery Simmons and T’Vondre Sweat in 2024.

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Green Bay’s quarterback situation

With starter Jordan Love battling a knee injury, the Packers may again turn to Willis. For the Titans, that shouldn’t matter. If Love plays, he will be limited from a mobility perspective, which could impact play-calling. If Willis is the man, the former Titans quarterback has only been in the system for a few weeks and will face a defense that understands his tendencies. Yes, he does add a mobility element that Love doesn’t have at the moment, but he is nowhere near as accomplished as a passer. This has to favor the Titans.

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The kicking game

Not the punting unit, that’s a whole other topic, but Nick Folk vs. Brayden Narveson. Narveson, who was also in training camp for the Titans, is young and inexperienced and a return to Tennessee should add a little tension during his attempts. In a game that is likely going to be a low-scoring affair, a missed field goal or extra point could change the entire complexion of the game. Folk may not have the biggest leg, but his experience could pay dividends in this match-up.

The Titans have many reasons to be optimistic, but we will have to wait until Sunday to find out if that optimism was warranted.

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Titans’ Dennard Wilson ‘loved the way’ defense played vs. Bears but…

Tennessee Titans DC Dennard Wilson “loved the way” his defense played in Week 1 but that comes with one major “but…”

Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson liked much of what he saw from his defense in Week 1.

The Titans lost the game but the Bears didn’t score a single touchdown on offense. The unit allowed Caleb Williams to throw for just 93 yards in his NFL debut but failed to force any turnovers.

“That’s the one thing that you come out of the game and say, we didn’t take the ball away,” Wilson told reporters on Thursday. “That’s a huge emphasis for us, and that’s a huge emphasis going into this game (in Week 2).”

The Titans did recover a fumble. but it came on special teams.

“If you wanna be a good defense in the league, you gotta take the ball away,” Wilson declared.

The first-year DC also praised rookie defensive lineman T’Vondre Sweat.

Sweat didn’t light up the stat sheet, collecting two pressures on 38 snaps. However, the massive Sweat dominated on the interior and helped stifle the Bears’ ground game.

Sweat received a stellar 77.7 PFF grade in his debut and earned a shoutout from Brian Baldinger.

“He’s the player we envisioned when we drafted him,” Wilson said of Sweat. “He keeps getting better and better.”

The Titans will need Sweat to play a larger role as the season progresses, which is exactly what Wilson envisions.

“In his mind, he wants to be one of the best defensive tackles in the National Football League and that’s what we want him to be,” said the coach.

Wilson’s defense will have a tough task in Week 2 as Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets come to town.

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Titans’ T’Vondre Sweat corrects Brian Baldinger: Nickname is ‘Meatloaf’

Titans’ DT T’Vondre Sweat appreciates Brian Baldinger’s nickname but prefers the one his Godmother gave him: Meatloaf.

Tennessee Titans rookie defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat made waves with his performance against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. He may not have recorded any numbers on his stat line from that game, but his presence was felt by Caleb Williams and the rest of the Bears’ offensive line.

His performance was strong enough that NFL analyst Brian Baldinger called Sweat “T-Pain” after the game. But Sweat actually prefers a different nickname.

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Looking through the comments, you can find this video of him explaining how he got his nickname.

When asked where he got the name, Sweat replied, “My Godmom.” And someone then asked if it was related to the dish, to which he said, “No, the crazy thing is I was playing a basketball game, I was playing in a basketball game when I was young. Outta nowhere she’s like, ‘Get him, Meatloaf!’ Since then, that’s been my nickname.”

So, the answer is no, Sweat did not get the Meatloaf nickname from eating a ton of meatloaf as a kid. Instead, his Godmother gave him the name randomly during a basketball game.

Whether you like T-Pain’s innovative and industry-changing use of auto-tune or Meat Loaf’s wide-ranging vocals and acting chops, T’Vondre Sweat’s athletic prowess is as unmatched as the talented artists he’s now referred to. He is fast drawing the attention of teams around the league who need to prevent him from disrupting their offense, and analysts are touting him as the next big thing defensively.

Sweat’s talents will be badly needed against the New York Jets on Sunday, and it will be interesting to see how the Jets handle Meatloaf’s power and athleticism.

‘He’s a dawg!’ Titans’ T’Vondre Sweat earns high praise

Tennessee Titans defensive tackle D’Vondre Sweat garnered some high praise from teammates and experts for his performance.

The Tennessee Titans defense was dominant at times Sunday during the 24-17 loss to the Chicago Bears. Not only did it stifle the Bears’ rushing attack, but it also kept rookie quarterback Caleb Williams off-balanced and frustrated most of the day. 

One player that stood out was defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat. Sweat was a beast throughout the game and was a force in the middle. The Titans’ young standout even received praise from analyst Brian Baldinger in his “Baldy’s Breakdowns.”

While he didn’t light up the stat sheet, showing 38 snaps and two quarterback pressures, his presence in the middle of the line made an impact that went beyond the stat sheet. The Titans’ 2024 second-round pick dominated the interior and forced the Bears to run the ball away from his area.

In the coming weeks, he should become even more comfortable in the system and even more dynamic. More importantly for the success of the defense, his continued growth should allow for fewer double-teams on standout Jeffrey Simmons as they develop into a fearsome duo. 

It’s hard not to overreact after a week, but with Sweat and Simmons on the defensive line, it’s hard not to envision success for the Titans defense. That growth will continue Sunday as the Titans prepare to face the New York Jets in Week 2. 

 

Titans rookie earns breakdown from legendary NFL analyst

Titans’ rookie drawing praise on “Baldy’s Breakdowns.”

Titans rookie T’Vondre Sweat is already catching eyes around the NFL.

The massive defensive tackle was the Titans’ second-round selection in the 2024 NFL Draft and should immediately play a key role in the defense.

This weekend, legendary NFL analyst Brian Baldinger singled out Sweat as a player he will be studying. Baldinger, known for his “Baldys Breakdowns” series, was watching Sweat’s preseason tape and was impressed by how the DT “takes up space.”

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Baldinger is a respected football mind, so catching his eye already is a great sign for Sweat.

During his final season at Texas in 2023, Sweat racked up 45 tackles, eight tackles for loss, and two sacks. Sweat was considered to be one of the top defensive linemen in the 2024 NFL Draft, and the Titans jumped on the former Longhorn in the 2nd round.

Sweat will be relied upon heavily as a rookie, starting next to Sebastian Joseph-Day and Jeffery Simmons on the Titans’ front.

Sweat and the Titans will kick off the 2024 season on September 8 against the Chicago Bears.

Jelly Roll sings with T’Vondre Sweat at Titans meeting

A surprise guest dropped in a Tennessee Titans team meeting

The mystery guest of the day isn’t at the Democratic National Convention. Rather, he appeared at a Tennessee Titans team meeting.

Jelly Roll rolled into the gathering and provided a duet — a huge one — with rookie T’Vondre Sweat.

Mr. Roll also provided an inspiring speech for the AFC South team.

Jelly Roll visits Titans, sings with T’Vondre Sweat

American musician Jelly Roll visited the Titans on Thursday and sang with defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat.

The Tennessee Titans got a surprise visit from Tennessee-native and award-winning musician Jelly Roll on Thursday. Head coach Brian Callahan introduced him to the team after practice.

Jelly Roll starts with a song, but first he’s heard that Titans’ rookie defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat wants to sing with him, so he brings the 6-foot-4, 362-pound tackle down to the front and they sing a few bars together.

After Sweat goes back to his seat, Jelly Roll talks about growing up in Antioch, Tennessee. He remembers when the Titans first arrived in Memphis, and he attended the first game. He also said that he comes from a family of bartenders, and once the Titans came, things changed.

“So as soon as the Titans came, we knew that Sunday was a money day,” he said. “I want y’all to think about that, too, when y’all go on that field Sunday, that y’all’s impact is bigger than on the field. It’s happening all around the city. That the vibrations of this are touching everywhere.”

He continued to talk about how the Titans’ impact extends far beyond the 65,000 people who show up on Sundays, that the whole city is counting on them. You could hear the pride in his voice when he talked about going down the wrong path but finding the right one again and getting to bring his daughter to a game the same way his dad brought him.

Because of his past, Jelly Roll knows there’s a juvenile detention center right across the street from the stadium. He aims to be the first person to bring the two sides together and do something really special to help kids see a brighter future.

At the conclusion of his short speech, Jelly Roll shook hands with a few players and hugged Callahan before departing.

Titans rookie T’Vondre Sweat showing up big in training camp

Titans rookie T’Vondre Sweat showing up big in training camp, answering pre-draft questions about his fitness and dedication

T’Vondre Sweat is a very large human. While playing at Texas, the defensive tackle used his massive frame very effectively but inconsistently. Sweat’s promise led the Tennessee Titans to select Sweat with the No. 37 overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Sweat was often projected as a likely first-round prospect before concerns about his weight and dedication to football, plus a DUI arrest, caused him to slide into the second round.

Some of the early reviews on Sweat from Titans camp are easing the fears about the 360-plus-pound defensive tackle. He’s looking engaged and polished for a rookie who missed the early offseason work.

This quick review from Titan Sized’s Will Lomas aptly sums up the reports coming out of Tennessee on Sweat,

Since the pads came on, it has become clear that even good NFL linemen are going to struggle to maintain their anchor against Sweat.

It’s early, of course, but so far Sweat seems to be everything the Titans wanted from their second-round pick.