While quarterback Will Levis has shown some encouraging signs of progress in his last two starts, the Titans aren’t likely to make significant strides in solving the most basic offensive problem — a lack of points — until they start limiting sacks and penalties.
In losses to the Los Angeles Chargers and the Minnesota Vikings, Levis has completed a combined 35-of-54 passes (64.8 percent) for 470 yards, throwing for three touchdowns versus just one interception. He’s averaged 8.7 yards per attempt in those two contests, fourth-best among NFL quarterbacks who played in Weeks 10 and 11.
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