Titans’ RB Derrick Henry, who left Sunday’s game in the fourth quarter to be checked for a concussion, is in concussion protocol.

Related players: Tyjae Spears, Julius Chestnut

That will leave his status for this week's game in Miami in doubt. The trend this year is players tend to miss a week after entering protocol, but it isn't always the case. If Henry has to miss the game, Spears would seem to be a solid replacement option. He could benefit in the passing game if the Titans fall behind against a powerful Dolphin offense. Spears had 20 touches against the Colts, including 16 carries and four receptions.

Titans practice report for Thursday ahead of Sunday vs Jaguars.
-No sign of DeAndre Hopkins, Denico Autry, Treylon Burks, Andre Dillard, Derrick Henry.

Related Players: DeAndre Hopkins, Chris Moore, Chigoziem Okonkwo, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Kyle Philips

Burks is still dealing with a concussion, and is fighting an uphill battle to play in Week 11. Hopkins remains the only fantasy option we should consider this week in the Titans' pass-catching group, as he looks to rebound from a 3-27-0 Week 10.

Derrick Henry made it clear that he isn't frustrated about not getting the ball in the season opener as much as he usually does.

"I trust the coaching staff, what we do," Henry said. "Everybody needs to touch the ball. It's not all about me."

When asked about Henry's involvement going forward, Vrabel said the Saints game was an outlier.

"We're going to need Derrick and everybody so we can figure out what we can do consistently," Vrabel said. "Derrick will be a huge part of that, I can assure you."

Spears' 33 snaps were five more than Henry, who saw the field for 28 plays, the story pointed out. The team also used Spears in a spot with about six minutes left in the game and down by a point. Typically, that would have been Henry's time to shine, but Henry had just five carries in the fourth quarter for 12 yards. Spears only had three carries for the game, but did produce 27 yards. Spears also added a catch for one yard. Henry should still have a big part in this offense, but it looks like the Titans may have a back in Spears they also trust.

What has changed: Tyjae Spears has served notice: He is the most talented running back acquired by the Titans since they drafted Derrick Henry in the second round in 2016. He’s going to matter this season.

I thought Jonathan Ward would make this team as the No. 2 third-down back, with Julius Chestnut essentially backing up Henry. But Ward hurt his knee in the preseason opener and, though Hassan Haskins is also nicked up now, he and Chestnut do enough on special teams to both make the team.

The story went on to say: Chestnut was the star Saturday with 98 yards rushing and a touchdown rushing and receiving. His TD catch was excellent, and everyone should listen to Vrabel when he says Chestnut, “embodies what we believe in.” It seems like a crowded backfield behind Henry, but it sounds like Spears could have a role in the offense with, perhaps, Chestnut an injury away from a significant role.

Titans GM Ran Carthon told reporters that he has not received calls about trading star RB Derrick Henry.

Related Players: Hassan Haskins, Julius Chestnut

Even with the team looking at a tough season ahead, they will likely need to address their running back room with or without Derrick Henry. Henry could be high on the list of big moves later this week during the NFL Draft.

Titans star RB Derrick Henry (hip) isn’t expected to play tonight. He is officially listed as doubtful and is not set to play as a precautionary step, joining many of the other Tennessee starters. He is fully expected to play in Week 18.

Related Players: Hassan Haskins

As was predicted throughout the week, the Titans are taking a precautionary route in a game that truly doesn't matter for their playoff-seeding implications. Hassan Haskins will take 11 career carries into this game, so we'll see if they ride him as they would if Henry were out there. Haskins is an acceptable Flex play for Championship matchups.

Titans RB Derrick Henry is DOUBTFUL to play Thursday against the Cowboys.

Related players: Hassan Haskins, Julius Chestnut, Trenton Cannon

It's actually a pretty meaningless game for both teams, so resting Henry does make some sense - unless you own him and you're in your fantasy league finals, of course. For the Titans, a loss on Thursday night still sets up a divisional showdown in Week 18 against the Jags. So it would appear Tennessee is possibly saving Henry for that game. Haskins should be in store for a big workload if Henry is out on Thursday night, so those in need of a replacement should probably act now.

After being limited at practice Wednesday due to his ankle injury, Titans’ QB Ryan Tannehill did not practice today.

Related Players: Malik Willis, Derrick Henry

There's no reason to expect the Titans to do anything but pound the rock if Tannehill is forced to miss Week 9. We don't currently have a single Tennessee receiver ranked in the top 50.

Derrick Henry, who landed on the injury report with a foot issue, said there is nothing wrong with his foot, and he will play on Sunday.

Related Players: Dontrell Hilliard

The Titans showed that they have no interest in showcasing Malik Willis as a passer, as he attempted only ten throws in Week 8. Even against a high-powered Chiefs offense in Week 9, expect Tennessee to funnel the offense through Henry as much as humanly possible.

In regard to his reduced usage on third down, I think the Titans just love Dontrell Hilliard as a pass-catching option out of the backfield. The trust in him has only grown since he played a critical role filling the Derrick Henry void last season.

The author pointed out Henry had 21 carries, a little below the number of 25 the story mentioned as what the team likes to give him. Henry was also ineffective and only ran nine times in the second half. Henry is still expected to get his share of the work, but it seems like Hilliard has carved out a role for himself as well. He led the team in receiving yards and could certainly be at least a flex option in typical fantasy leagues if this workload continues.