In seeking to continue a recent surge in the Titans’ passing-game production, coach Mike Vrabel has chosen the promise of youth over the experience of a veteran.
Vrabel said Tuesday that rookie quarterback Will Levis, who has started the last two games in place of an injured Ryan Tannehill, will retain that role, saying, “We think that this is the best opportunity for our football team right now.”
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