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  • Recovering from knee surgery

    Molden (knee) said Monday he is recovering from offseason surgery undergone to repair a right meniscus tear and expects to be fully healthy for training camp, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden said he's already recovered from the broken left fibula he suffered back in December, but he's been limited at voluntary OTAs due to his offseason knee surgery. The veteran safety inked a three-year, $18.75 million contract with the Chargers in February after having tallied a career-high 75 total tackles across 15 regular-season appearances in 2024. He also had seven passes defensed, including three interceptions, and two fumble recoveries last season.

    Published: Mon, Apr 28 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sticking in LA

    Molden (shin) signed a three-year, $18.75 million contract extension with the Chargers on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Chargers acquired Molden just before the start of the regular season, and he was on the field for a career-high 721 defensive snaps and 121 special-teams snaps during the regular season. He racked up 75 total tackles and three interceptions across 15 games and is now likely to be locked into a significant role in the Chargers defense for the next several seasons. Of the $18.75 million, $13.5 is fully guaranteed.

    Published: Thu, Feb 20 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moved to IR

    Molden (shin) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Molden fractured his fibula in last Saturday's win against New England. Though he'd technically be eligible to return if the Chargers make the Super Bowl, head coach Jim Harbaugh has already stated that the fourth-year safety will not play again this season, per Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site. Tony Jefferson is a candidate to step into a starting role in Molden's place, though that job could ultimately go to Alohi Gilman (hamstring), who was designated to return from IR on Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-ending injury confirmed

    Molden will not play again this season after suffering a broken fibula in the Chargers' win over the Patriots on Saturday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Molden's 2024 campaign will come to an early end , one in which the Washington product recorded a career-high 75 combined tackles and seven passes defended, including three interceptions, in 15 games. The Chargers will now likely turn to Eddie Jackson, who recently joined the team after being released by the Ravens in November, to fill in for Molden.

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers broken fibula Saturday

    Molden broke the fibula in his left leg during the Chargers' 40-7 win over the Patriots on Saturday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: Molden was carted off late in the third quarter of Saturday's game after suffering a non-contact injury to his left leg. Initial tests have revealed that he suffered a broken fibula, and if further tests confirm the diagnosis he will be sidelined for the rest of the 2024 campaign. Molden will likely end the regular season with 75 tackles (43 solo), seven pass defenses (including three interceptions) and two fumble recoveries across 15 games. Eddie Jackson will probably start at free safety in…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 28 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers non-contact injury Saturday

    Molden (shin) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Molden suffered a non-contact injury to his left leg late in the third quarter. While he's listed as questionable, it doesn't appear likely that he'll return to the contest given that he was carted off the field, coupled with the Chargers' large lead in the fourth quarter. Eddie Jackson will take over at free safety while Molden in sidelined.

    Published: Sat, Dec 28 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets green light

    Molden (knee) is available for Saturday's matchup with the Patriots.

    Analysis: Molden will return from a one-game absence due to a knee injury. Barring any setbacks with his knee, he figures to take on his usual responsibilities at free safety. Eddie Jackson would presumably be next in line if needed.

    Published: Sat, Dec 28 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to play New England

    Molden (knee) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's injury report and is questionable for Saturday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Molden was unable to play in the Chargers' Week 16 win over the Broncos due to a knee injury. He was listed as a limited practice participant all week, and his official status for Saturday's game may not be known until the Chargers announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. With Marcus Maye (ankle) played on injured reserve, Tony Jefferson would be slated to start at free safety alongside strong safety Derwin James if Molden is not cleared…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for TNF

    Molden (knee) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Molden wasn't expected to play Thursday due to a knee injury he likely suffered against the Buccaneers this past Sunday. The 2021 third-round pick will look to take advantage of the additional rest and be ready to go for the Chargers' Week 17 clash against the Patriots on Saturday, Dec. 28. Tony Jefferson and Marcus Maye are the top candidates to serve as the Chargers' starting free safety Thursday due to Molden's absence.

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for TNF

    Molden (knee) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough and is listed as doubtful to play against the Broncos on Thursday.

    Analysis: Molden has been absent from practice all week due to a knee injury he likely picked up during this past Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers. Assuming Molden is ruled out for Thursday's AFC West clash, Marcus Maye and Tony Jefferson would be the top candidates to start at free safety alongside strong safety Derwin James.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out practice

    Molden (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate.

    Analysis: Molden may have picked up a knee injury during Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers. It's worth noting the Chargers only held a walkthrough Monday, so the Washington product's participation level is only an estimate. A clearer picture of his status for Thursday's game against the Broncos will likely come closer to kickoff.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Past back issue

    Molden (back) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Molden upgraded to full practice Friday after beginning the week with consecutive limited sessions, indicating that he's recovered from his back injury. The Washington product has recorded 56 total tackles and three interceptions through the Chargers' first 12 games, and he's expected to start alongside Derwin James as part of the team's top safety duo in Week 14.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice Thursday

    Molden (back) was a limited participant at the Chargers' practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Molden has opened the week with back-to-back limited sessions, casting some doubt on his availability for Week 14. The 25-year-old will have one more opportunity to be a full participant Friday before the Chargers take on Kansas City on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records eight stops Sunday

    Molden racked up eight tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 27-17 Week 10 win against Tennessee.

    Analysis: Molden finished second on the Chargers in tackles behind linebacker Daiyan Henley. Molden's eight stops tied his season-high mark, which he first established in Week 4 against Kansas City. The defensive back has played at least 85 percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps each of the past three weeks and has tallied 19 tackles and an interception over that span.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another interception in win

    Molden recorded four tackles (three solo), and an interception in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Molden started at slot cornerback with Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) out, and he capitalized against rookie QB Bo Nix, recording his second interception of the season. Molden has played at both slot and outside cornerback during his first season with the Chargers, recording 22 tackles (13 solo), two interceptions and a fumble recovery.

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures interception in start

    Molden recorded seven total tackles (four solo), an interception and a pass defensed in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Molden stepped into a starting role at free safety with Alohi Gilman (knee) unavailable. Molden made the most of his opportunity, picking off Bryce Young in the second quarter while playing all 47 of the team's defensive snaps. The 25-year-old will likely draw another start in Week 3 versus the Steelers if Gilman remains sidelined.

    Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 6:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Traded to Chargers

    The Chargers acquired Molden from the Titans on Wednesday in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick.

    Analysis: Molden registered a career-high 73 tackles (47 solo), four passes defended and a pick-six across 15 regular-season games for the Titans in 2023. Despite the uptick in production, Molden was set to see less snaps in Tennessee's secondary with Amani Hooker, Quandre Diggs and Jamal Adams all getting work at safety, while Roger McCreary slots in at nickel corner. Molden will get a fresh start with the Chargers, and he should be utilized across multiple spots in the Bolts' secondary.

    Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Enters concussion protocols

    Molden has entered concussion protocols and is questionable to return to Sunday's preseason game against the Saints, John Glennon of NashvillePost.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden appeared to have sustained the injury early in the second quarter, and he will have to pass the league's mandated protocols in order to return. The 2021 third-round pick is competing against Amani Hooker for the starting free safety role in the Titans' secondary.

    Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rebounds for strong season

    Molden recorded 73 total tackles with four passes defended, including an interception, and a forced fumble across 15 regular-season games with the Titans in 2023.

    Analysis: Molden had his 2022 season derailed by a groin injury, but he rebounded with the highest tackle total of his three-year career in 2023. He also tallied the second pick-six of his career in Week 15. As the Titans' roster is currently constructed, Molden should be projected to start at strong safety for the Titans in 2024, the final year of his rookie contract.

    Published: Sun, Feb 11 at 8:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another solid outing

    Molden logged seven total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old safety has now played 100 percent of the Titans' defensive snaps over each of the last two weeks, and he's been fairly productive (13 total tackles). Molden has likely seen increased work on Tennessee's defense due to the team's elimination from playoff contention after its Week 15 loss to the Texans. On the year, Molden has appeared in 14 games, tallying 67 total tackles, three pass deflections and one pick-six. He'll go up against a Jaguars offense that could very well be…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets pick-six vs. Texans

    Molden recorded three tackles (three solo) and an interception, which he returned for a touchdown, in Sunday's 19-16 overtime loss versus the Texans.

    Analysis: Early in the second quarter, Case Keenum wasn't on the same page as running back Dare Ogunbowale and threw a pass behind him straight into the waiting arms of Molden, who then took the ball 43 yards the other direction to the house. With Tennessee now mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, the 24-year-old d-back will probably continue to garner a significant role down the home stretch of the season.

    Published: Tue, Dec 19 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes over for Byard

    Molden recorded seven tackles in Sunday's 28-23 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Molden was on the field for every defensive snap in the Titans' first game since Kevin Byard was traded to Philadelphia. His seven tackles were tied for third-most on the team and his second-highest mark of the season. Assuming he can maintain the role, Molden should remain a solid source of tackles moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 10:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant in practice

    Molden (hamstring) was a full participant in Tennessee's practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden did not travel to London for the team's Week 6 loss to the Ravens but is seemingly healthy again. The 24-year-old has played on both defense and special teams through four games this season compiling 20 tackles (13 solo) and a pass deflection, and he will look to add to those numbers versus Atlanta on Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out Sunday

    Molden (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against Baltimore, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden is one of three players that will not travel with the Titans to London, as he continues to recover from a lingering hamstring issue. After sitting out Week 4 with the same injury, the 24-year-old recorded three tackles while playing on only 15 percent of Tennessee's defensive snaps during the team's Week 5 loss to Indianapolis. Matthew Jackson is likely to see an increased role this coming Sunday with Molden missing time.

    Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full strength

    Molden (hamstring) was a full participant at practice Thursday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out in Week 4 versus Cincinnati, it appears Molden will be ready to go Sunday at Indianapolis. He figures to resume a depth role in Tennessee's defensive backfield in Week 5.

    Published: Thu, Oct 5 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out against Cincinnati

    Molden (hamstring) will not play in Tennessee's game against the Bengals on Sunday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden will be forced to miss his first game of the season due to a hamstring injury. The 2021 third-round pick has recorded 17 tackles (12 solo) through three games and Matthew Jackson should see increased playing time in his absence.

    Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovered from groin injury

    Molden (groin) is a full participant at OTAs this week, Joe Rexrode of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Molden appeared in just two games last season after battling a groin issue all year. He didn't need offseason surgery and is 100 percent for spring practices. With Kevin Byard absent from OTAs, Molden is getting some run at safety and has been approached by the coaching staff about playing a versatile role in the secondary this upcoming season.

    Published: Tue, May 23 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    Molden (groin) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Molden will make his second stint on injured reserve this season due to a groin injury that he's been dealing with since the summer. The second-year cornerback will be eligible to return after four weeks under a new rule that allows players to return from IR twice in a season. The Titans will continue to rely on Kristian Fulton, Roger McCreary and Tre Avery to shutdown opposing receivers with Molden out again.

    Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play at Philadelphia

    Coach Mike Vrabel said Friday that Molden (groin) won't play Sunday at the Eagles, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden continues to struggle to recover from his lingering groin injury, and he'll now have to wait until at least Week 14 versus Jacksonville for another opportunity to suit up. Veteran corner Terrance Mitchell should continue to see an expanded role in Molden's absence.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on injury report

    Molden (groin) logged a full practice for the Titans' on Wednesday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden has been nursing a groin injury for most of November. His full participation at practice indicates he is on track to suit up for the team's Week 12 matchup with the Bengals.

    Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 10:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined for TNF

    Molden (groin) has been ruled inactive for Thursday's game against the Packers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden was forced out of Sunday's win over the Broncos after aggravating a lingering groin injury, leaving him sidelined coming into Thursday Night Football. The 23-year-old recorded three tackles during his lone appearance of the season Week 10, and his absence will leave Tre Avery, Greg Mabin and Terrance Mitchell to fill out the Titans' secondary against Green Bay. Molden's next chance to play will come against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 27.

    Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered questionable for TNF

    Molden (groin) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against Green Bay, John Glennon of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden missed the first eight games of the campaign due to a groin injury and made his season debut in Week 10, but he was forced out of the contest after presumably aggravating the groin issue. The second-year cornerback is considered questionable, but even if he's available, he'll likely operate behind Roger McCreary and Kristian Fulton.

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full session Tuesday

    Molden (groin) practiced fully Tuesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden departed Sunday's contest versus the Broncos with a groin injury, after he had already missed the Titans' first eight games of the season tending to a groin issue. The 23-year-old's ability to log a full practice Tuesday implies that he'll be good to go for the team's Thursday night matchup in Green Bay, where he'll likely operate operate behind Roger McCreary (calf), Kristian Fulton and Terrance Mitchell.

    Published: Tue, Nov 15 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Forced out Sunday

    Molden (groin) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden missed Tennessee's first eight games of the season with a groin injury and was activated from injured reserve Saturday. While it's unclear if he aggravated this existing issue, the second-year cornerback will be sidelined for the remainder of his 2022 debut. With starting cornerback Kristian Fulton (hamstring) already ruled inactive pregame, the loss of Molden will leave the Titans' secondary even more short-handed against Denver.

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves IR ahead of Week 10

    Tennessee activated Molden (groin) from its injured reserve list Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus Denver, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After being placed on injured reserve ahead of Week 1, Molden is set to make his 2022 debut in Week 10. With Kristian Fulton (hamstring) questionable for Sunday, Molden could be in for a significant role as soon as he's back.

    Published: Sat, Nov 12 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return from IR

    Tennessee designated Molden (groin) to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Molden opened the campaign on IR due to a groin injury but took the next step toward making his season debut Wednesday. With the move, the Titans open a 21-day window for Molden to be added to the active roster. However, if he's not, he'll revert to IR for the remainder of the year.

    Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    The Titans have placed Molden (groin) on injured reserve, Jim Wyatt of the team's official website reports.

    Analysis: Molden was ruled out for Week 1 earlier in the day and will now have to miss at least the first four games of the season before being eligible to return. When healthy, he projects as a depth corner and special-teams contributor.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for season opener

    Molden (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's season opener against the Giants, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden didn't practice all week, so his unavailability doesn't come as a surprise. In his absence, Tre Avery and Caleb Farley are candidates to step up behind expected starters Roger McCreary and Kristian Fulton.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Battling apparent leg issue

    Molden has missed the last two days of practice after suffering an apparent right leg injury Saturday, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.

    Analysis: Molden slipped during a drill and landed awkwardly, rolling up his leg. It's early enough in training camp that his status for the regular season likely isn't yet in jeopardy. His absence gives rookie Roger McCreary expanded opportunity.

    Published: Mon, Aug 1 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    Molden was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden spent a week on the COVID list and missed the Titans' win over the 49ers on Thursday. Now healthy, he'll provide depth in the secondary for the Week 17 clash against the Dolphins.

    Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on COVID list

    Molden (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Molden is now in danger of missing Thursday's game against the 49ers, unless he can clear the health and safety protocols within the next couple days.

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racking up tackles in starting role

    Molden tallied eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 27-3 win over the Chiefs.

    Analysis: While stepping into a starting role over the past two games with Kristian Fulton (hamstring) moving to injured reserve, Molden has acquitted himself well in tough matchups against the Buffalo and Kansas City passing attacks. Though he hasn't recorded a pass breakup in either contest, Molden has racked up 17 tackles between those games, and his solid work in the secondary has had a hand in the Titans picking up a pair of wins to move to 5-2 on the season. Even if Fulton returns from IR in…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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2024 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1LV,
W 22-10
-----0.00
2@CAR,
W 26-3
4-1--0.00
3@PIT,
L 10-20
1----0.00
4KC,
L 10-17
5---10.00
5Bye-----0.00
6@DEN,
W 23-16
3-1--0.00
7@ARI,
L 15-17
1----0.00
8NO,
W 26-8
2----3.50
9@CLE,
W 27-10
2-1--9.00
10TEN,
W 27-17
4----6.00
11CIN,
W 34-27
2----3.00
12BAL,
L 23-30
2----4.00
13@ATL,
W 17-13
5----6.50
14@KC,
L 17-19
4----5.00
15TB,
L 17-40
6---19.50
16DEN,
W 34-27
-----0.00
17@NE,
W 40-7
2----3.00
18@LV,
W 34-20
-----0.00
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