Tennessee’s biggest concern entering Week 2 is an offense that hasn't yet shown it can consistently protect Cam Ward or sustain scoring drives. The Titans scored 10 points during their season-opening loss to the New York Jets. Ward completed 19 of 32 passes for 140 yards and one touchdown, but he was sacked three times as Tennessee struggled to produce consistently.
That gives Philadelphia’s defense a clear opportunity.
Vic Fangio was dissatisfied with the Eagles’ pass rush against Washington, calling the overall performance inconsistent and “not good enough.” Philadelphia recorded one sack and frequently allowed Jayden Daniels to escape when pressure reached the pocket.
Ward presents some of the same mobility concerns, but Tennessee’s protection
remains vulnerable.
The offensive line features Dan Moore Jr. at left tackle, Peter Skoronski at left guard, Austin Schlottmann at center, rookie Fernando Carmona Jr. at right guard and JC Latham at right tackle. Skoronski is an established interior blocker, but the unit is still developing chemistry. Philadelphia should be able to create favorable individual matchups for Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis and Moro Ojomo inside. Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith Jr., Arnold Ebiketie and potentially Jonathan Greenard will be responsible for generating pressure without opening escape lanes.
Tennessee has useful skill players in Calvin Ridley, Wan’Dale Robinson, Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. Those weapons become less threatening if Ward is consistently forced to speed up his process. The Eagles cannot assume pressure will arrive automatically. Their rushers must improve after Week 1 and turn Tennessee’s protection issues into sacks, hurried throws, and takeaway opportunities.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Titans’ biggest weakness entering their Week 2 game with Eagles
