The Tennessee Titans’ recent 24-17 loss to the New York Jets had a hauntingly familiar feel for fans and pundits alike. This defeat marked the second consecutive game in which the Titans squandered a halftime lead, had a punt blocked, and witnessed quarterback Will Levis commit a costly turnover.
In their Week 1 matchup against the Chicago Bears, Levis infamously threw a game-losing pick six, showcasing poor decision-making under pressure. Fast forward to Week 2, where Levis replicated his mistake by attempting a reckless backwards pass to Tyjae Spears in the red zone, resulting in a crucial turnover that thwarted a potential scoring opportunity.
Unsurprisingly, Titans head coach Brian Callahan didn’t mince his words in addressing Levis’ blunder, expressing his frustration with the young quarterback’s repeated errors. Callahan’s post-game comments reflected his disappointment, stating bluntly, “It was dumb. It was the same exact thing he did last week, and he cost us points in the red zone, and it is what it is.”
Callahan’s tenure in Nashville has been characterized by his unfiltered honesty, with no qualms about calling out his players when necessary. Last week, he even joked about punting on first down during second-half possessions, emphasizing the team’s defensive strength over offensive struggles.
While Levis has shown flashes of potential in his starting role, his lapses in judgment have proven costly for the Titans, leaving them winless at 0-2. As the team looks to regroup and address their recurring issues, it’s clear that Levis’ decision-making will be a focal point moving forward.