Big Cat Country predicts this Friday’s Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans showdown after Jacksonville’s recent trade spree. With safety Jessie Bates and defensive tackle Jordan Davis sidelined, the Jags face a Titans squad that just lost safety Amani Hooker to Buffalo. The article links to the latest Jaguars mailbag, a press conference with Liam Coen, and notes that Bates and Davis will miss the game. It also rounds up other NFL headlines, including the Commanders’ steal of a win over the Giants and Mike Evans’ practice status.
Sportsnaut previews the 2027 NFL offseason, flagging eight potential trade magnets. Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. logged 21 targets and a 43% snap rate in 2026; with two years left on his contract, Kansas City or Las Vegas may pay a third‑round pick for him. Titans QB Cam Ward, a 4‑21 starter with a 60.7% completion rate, is likely to be moved by February as Tennessee eyes draft capital and a new passer. Cardinals safety Budda Baker, a four‑time All‑Pro entering a contract year, could be dealt before April as Arizona rebuilds. Colts RB Jonathan Taylor, still 28, may be shipped to a contender like the Giants or Broncos after the season ends. Jets’ Breece Hall also tops the list, along with other unnamed stars, as teams prepare for a blockbuster trade market.
Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate will miss his second consecutive game due to a shoulder injury, coach Robert Saleh confirms. The report also sidelines guard Peter Skoronski (hamstring), linebackers Anthony Hill (neck) and Cody Barton (concussion), plus punter Tommy Townsend (knee), though none are on IR yet. Cedric Gray gets the full defensive snap in Hill’s absence. Meanwhile, the Jaguars bench safety Jessie Bates and DT Jordan Davis, offering the Titans a slight roster advantage for Thursday’s matchup.
The Tennessee Titans announce five absentees for Week 10 versus the Jacksonville Jaguars: WR Carnell Tate, LB Anthony Hill, LB Cody Barton, OL Peter Skoronski, and P Tommy Townsend. Tate, the No. 4 overall 2026 draft pick and a former five‑star recruit, misses his second game after also sitting out Week 8; he has logged 34 catches for 413 yards and a touchdown in seven appearances. The other injuries leave the linebacker, offensive line, and punting units shorthanded for the matchup.
The Jacksonville Jaguars, fresh off three major trades at the 2026 deadline, will sit out recent acquisitions Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates III for their Week 10 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Coach Liam Coen says the players would forfeit a bye week by playing now, so the team is preserving rest and allowing them to learn the playbook before debuting in Week 11. The move underscores Jacksonville’s strategic approach to integrating new talent while managing fatigue.
Trade deadline acquisitions Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates III will be inactive for the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday when they face the Tennessee Titans on the road.
Jaguars head coach Liam Coen announces that recent acquisitions defensive tackle Jordan Davis and safety Jessie Bates will sit out Week 10 against the Tennessee Titans, citing that neither had a bye week with their previous teams. Backup DT Davon Godchaux, who did have a bye with the Saints, will start instead. Davis, the 2022 No. 13 overall pick and 2022 Chuck Bednarik and Outland Trophy winner, has appeared in nine games for the Eagles this season with 31 tackles and 1.5 sacks. Bates, a former Bengals second‑rounder now with Jacksonville after a trade from Atlanta, logged 60 tackles, three forced fumbles and an interception in nine games for the Falcons. The moves come as Jacksonville navigates roster depth ahead of the Thursday night matchup.
Facing a 29th‑ranked passing defense, the Buffalo Bills scramble to clear cap space and trade for safety Amani Hooker before the November 12 deadline. General manager Brandon Beane and Titans GM Mike Borgonzi seal a deal at a Notre Dame‑Miami game, sending Hooker and a 2027 fifth‑rounder to Buffalo for a 2027 second‑round pick. To fund the $4.47 million 2026 cap hit, the Bills restructure offensive tackle Dion Dawkins' contract, freeing $5.3 million. Hooker, tied for the league lead with five interceptions, joins a 7‑1 Bills team looking to shore up its secondary.
The Titans head into Week 10 against AFC South‑leading Jaguars with three must‑perform players in focus. QB Cam Ward, fresh off a career‑high 300‑yard, two‑TD effort vs. the Bengals, aims to exploit Jacksonville’s stout defense. Rookie WR Carnell Tate, the October Offensive Rookie of the Month, returns after a bye and missed practice but has built strong chemistry with Ward, offering the playmaking edge needed. RB Tony Pollard, retained at the trade deadline, continues his streak of 100‑plus‑yard games and five touchdowns, providing a balanced attack. The article breaks down why these three stars are pivotal for Tennessee’s success.
Sharp Football Analysis releases its full Week 7 NFL injury report, covering practice status for every hurt player across all 32 teams as of Oct. 25, 2026. The daily‑updated tool lists DNP, LP and FP designations, with highlights such as the Steelers’ Ben Skowronek (calf) out, J.J. Watt on NIR/Rest/Calf, the Saints’ Alvin Kamara (back) limited, and the Ravens’ Lamar Jackson doubtful with an ankle issue. The Browns sit without Dillon Gabriel (QB) and have multiple DTs out, while the Titans list Calvin Ridley as questionable. Readers can scroll by team or search players, and bookmark the weekly Injured Reserve Tracker for ongoing updates.
The Tennessee Titans, sitting at 1‑7, brace for their first game of the season against a Jaguars squad vying for the AFC’s top seed. After the trade deadline, the Titans overhaul their depth chart, most notably placing quarterback Cam Ward in the spotlight. The matchup marks the 63rd meeting between the two clubs, with Tennessee holding a 35‑28 series edge, and could feature Jaguars rookie Jordan Davis. Fans are asked to weigh in on the looming changes as the teams clash in Week 10.
The Titans’ top trade‑deadline blunder, according to ClutchPoints, was keeping 29‑year‑old running back Tony Pollard after cashing in safety Amani Hooker. The Hooker deal netted a 2027 second‑round pick and cleared a fifth‑rounder, bolstering Tennessee’s draft stash to two first‑round and two second‑round selections in 2027. Yet Pollard, who posted 595 yards and six touchdowns and is in the final year of a $7.25 million contract, could walk away in March, turning potential compensation into nothing. Despite interest from the Giants and Broncos, Titans GM Mike Borgonzi chose to retain Pollard to protect rookie QB Cam Ward, a move critics say jeopardizes the rebuilding plan.
Titans' Safety Problems Go Beyond Losing Amani Hooker
The Colts execute a pre‑deadline fire sale, trading guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle, defensive tackle DeForest Buckner and receiver Keenan Allen to San Francisco, and Josh Downs to Kansas City, prompting QB Daniel Jones to voice disappointment but acceptance. Meanwhile, newly acquired Jacksonville DT Jordan Davis celebrates reuniting with former college teammate OLB Travon Walker. In Tennessee, WR Calvin Ridley details an airport valet dispute that left his family waiting late night, while Titans DC Gus Bradley urges continued growth for LB Cedric Gray.
After a 3‑6 win over the Colts, the Dallas Cowboys climb to 10th in the NFC at 4‑5 but still face a daunting Week 10 matchup against league‑leading 49ers. The guide highlights which NFC East, North and South games could benefit Dallas—Washington beating the Giants, Carolina beating Tampa Bay, and the Rams’ performance—all while noting key interconference picks like the Patriots vs. Lions and the Titans’ 1‑7 slump ahead of their showdown with Dallas. Fans get a quick snapshot of the playoff picture and the games to root for as the Cowboys chase a late‑season surge.
Week 10 arrives with the Philadelphia Eagles on a bye and a slim 0.4% playoff chance, turning the focus to the 2027 draft. The guide lists every game and advises fans which team to root for to improve Philly’s draft position. Key picks: back the Washington Commanders over the Giants, the Titans over the Jaguars (who Philadelphia now owns a first‑rounder), the Patriots to keep the Jaguars out of the playoffs, the Chargers, Falcons, Texans, Vikings, Dolphins, Saints, Jets, Raiders and Cardinals—all based on who threatens to leapfrog the Eagles in the draft order. The article also notes the Eagles' current 2‑7 record and draft‑related trades.
Fox's preliminary market maps show that Tennessee Titans fans in Knoxville and Chattanooga will miss this Sunday's 1 p.m. ET game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, with the local affiliates opting to air the national Minnesota Vikings–Green Bay Packers matchup instead. The 1‑7 Titans are ranked low enough that Fox believes more viewers will tune the higher‑profile Vikings‑Packers game. While the schedule could still change, the eastern third of the state currently faces a blackout of their hometown team, highlighting the impact of the Titans' struggling season on broadcast decisions.
A chance encounter at the Notre Dame‑Miami game in South Bend jump‑started the trade that sent safety Amani Hooker from the Tennessee Titans to the Buffalo Bills. Titans GM Mike Borgonzi revealed that Bills’ Brandon Beane had been pursuing Hooker for a week before the NFL deadline, but Tennessee initially balked. After the executives met at the game, talks accelerated and the Bills purchased Hooker for a 2027 second‑round pick plus a 2027 fifth‑rounder. Hooker, 28, leads the league with five interceptions, signing through 2028, while the Titans add valuable draft capital.
The Seattle Seahawks add former Bengals starter Cordell Volson to their practice squad, releasing safety AJ Finley to make room. The 28‑year‑old guard, a fourth‑round pick who logged 48 starts over three seasons in Cincinnati, missed last year with injury and has spent this preseason on stints with the Titans and Packers. Volson, a North Dakota State alum like center Jalen Sundell and lineman Grey Zabel, provides depth after the Seahawks’ recent trade for Quenton Nelson and his subsequent knee procedure. With rookie Beau Stephens and backup Anthony Bradford shifting positions, Volson could be elevated for Sunday’s game against the Raiders ahead of the team’s bye week.
Houston’s veteran running back David Montgomery returns to practice after a groin injury sustained against the Titans, but head coach DeMeco Ryans remains vague about his Week 10 availability. Montgomery has logged just five games this season with 138 rushing yards and two Week 1 touchdowns. Backup Woody Marks, who has shouldered the load with 341 yards and two scores, now limps out with mild knee discomfort, while linebacker Azeez Al‑Shaair and rookie Keylan Rutledge also sit out. The Texans, 3‑5, need a win against the Browns to stay afloat in the AFC South.
On the trade deadline, the Buffalo Bills sent a 2027 second‑round pick to the Tennessee Titans for safety Amani Hooker and a 2027 fifth‑rounder. The 28‑year‑old, who leads the NFL in interceptions and has captained the Titans, fills the safety void left by C.J. Gardner‑Johnson’s release and bolsters a secondary that has struggled with rookie Cole Bishop. Hooker’s versatility—splitting time between the box, deep coverage, and even slot defense—gives defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard more scheme flexibility and allows Bishop to play more freely. The deal also secures a potential long‑term pairing through 2028, signaling the Bills’ intent to win now.
The Seattle Seahawks add former Bengals guard Cordell Volson (28) to their practice squad, releasing safety AJ Finley in the same move. Volson, a 2022 fourth‑round pick from North Dakota State, played all 17 games with 15 starts for the Bengals in 2024 and was rated the 78th‑best guard by PFF. After a brief stint with the Packers and a one‑year, up‑to‑$4 million deal with the Titans that ended in a cut, he joins a practice squad roster that now includes Logan Brown, Michael Dansby, Andre Fuller, and others. The announcement was posted by Seahawks PR on November 12, 2026.
As Week 10 approaches, ClutchPoints highlights the fantasy‑football running backs you should start. Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) remains the top PPR option with 847 rushing yards, nine rushing TDs and 45 targets, despite a tough Patriots defense. Kenneth Walker III (KC) rebounds from a two‑week slump, posting 102 yards and three TDs last week and faces a Falcons defense that has given up big rushing numbers. Christian McCaffrey (SF) stays a reliable tier‑1 RB, riding a Cowboys secondary that yields the second‑most rushing yards to opponents. Sleepers include Tony Pollard (TEN), who’s hot after a bye and could capitalize against Jacksonville. Bye weeks for the Bears, Broncos, Eagles and Buccaneers also shape roster moves.
The Titans opted to keep running back Tony Polling instead of trading him at the 2026 deadline, prompting speculation about a new deal. After trading Jeffery Simmons and Amani Hooker for four draft picks, GM Mike Borgonzi left Pollard—now a 29‑year‑old in a contract year and the 22nd‑highest paid RB at $21.7 million over three years—on the roster to mentor rookie Cam Ward. With the RB market inflating after big contracts for Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs and Saquon Barkley, the article argues a two‑year, $20 million extension (about $10 million per year) would be a fair, low‑risk move for Tennessee.
The blog revisits the Jaguars‑Titans rivalry, highlighting 63 meetings with the Titans leading 35‑28. It chronicles four pivotal away wins for Jacksonville across the decades: a 30‑24 victory over the Oilers in 1997, a 28‑13 triumph in 2007, a 17‑6 win in 2010, and a dominant 25‑3 clash in 2025. Key performances include Mark Brunell’s 169‑yard passing game, Maurice Jones‑Drew’s 101 rushing yards in 2007, and Rashad Jennings’ touchdowns in 2010. A concise table of recent results from 2011‑2026 underscores the Jags’ recent surge in Nashville.