Press Conference Focus

Titans offensive coordinator Brian Daboll discussed run game strategy and QB Cam Ward's performance after a disastrous loss to the Texans.

Early Down Production

Daboll emphasized early down execution as critical for both run and pass games to manage third downs effectively.

“I’d say early down production is important (to getting this offense going) . Whether it’s the run game or the pass game.… Executing on early downs, keeping third downs to manageable situations, or skipping some of those third downs (entirely ), but being able to effectively do everything is what we’re striving for.”

Shotgun Run Game

Daboll stated shotgun formations allow flexibility for any run but require balance with under center usage for effectiveness.

“I think you can call any run you need to out of shotgun. Now, there are certain elements that go with the shotgun run game, whether that’s an RPO or you’re just blocking force... But I think there’s a balance. Under center usage is good if you’re effective with it, and the same thing with shotgun.”

QB Cam Ward Usage

Ward has 85 percent of snaps from shotgun, but Daboll noted early downs were balanced relative to that mark last week.

“If you look at the first three quarters (of last week’s game), on early downs it was pretty balanced relative to that (85 percent mark) . But if we think that’s the best thing to do for him, we’ll certainly do that.”

QB Cam Ward Confidence

Daboll expressed confidence in Ward’s mental toughness despite early career challenges and poor results.

“I have a lot of confidence in the young man. It has not been easy, you know, the start of his career… I have a lot of belief in him, in the things he can do, and how he approaches it every week.”

Rookie WR Carnell Tate

Tate adjusted to NFL season ebbs after a strong performance in Baltimore followed by one catch in Week 5.

“We talk a lot, and I’ve coached receivers for a long time in the league. And I’d say the receiver position is one where you have to have really good mental toughness.”

Tate's Adaptation

Tate demonstrated maturity and perspective on life and football despite early career challenges.

“Great. He’s such a mature young man. Outside of football, all the stuff the young man has been through in his life, he’s got a great perspective on life and the game for such a young player.”

LT Dan Moore Jr’s Viral Moment

Daboll avoided commenting on the viral clip of Moore blocking nobody while QB Ward got blitzed.

“Look, we need to do a better job all the way around. But in terms of the execution of that particular corner blitz, I’m not going to get into the scheme of all of those guys, but we can do a better job of that.”

Titans' Current Performance

Titans are 0-5 with the worst passing offense (164.8 YPG) and 27th rushing offense (82.6 YPG) after five games.

“The Titans are currently 0-5, their offense ranks 31st in passing offense (164.8 YPG), and 27th in rushing offense (82.6 YPG), all while having scored just 58 points through five games.”

Short-Term Hiring Concerns

Fans feared Daboll’s role was temporary due to head coaching interest elsewhere, but results may lead to his dismissal.

“Unfortunately, that may have been wishful thinking, because with results like that, he may be out at the end of the year anyway, but not the way everyone initially feared.”

QB Cam Ward's Confidence

Daboll expressed confidence in Ward’s mental toughness despite early career challenges and poor results.

“I have a lot of confidence in the young man. It has not been easy, you know, the start of his career… I have a lot of belief in him, in the things he can do, and how he approaches it every week.”

Rookie WR Carnell Tate

Tate adjusted to NFL season ebbs after a strong performance in Baltimore followed by one catch in Week 5.

“We talk a lot, and I’ve coached receivers for a long time in the league. And I’d say the receiver position is one where you have to have really good mental toughness.”

LT Dan Moore Jr’s Viral Moment

Daboll avoided commenting on the viral clip of Moore blocking nobody while QB Ward got blitzed.

“Look, we need to do a better job all the way around. But in terms of the execution of that particular corner blitz, I’m not going to get into the scheme of all of those guys, but we can do a better job of that.”

Titans' Current Performance

Titans are 0-5 with the worst passing offense (164.8 YPG) and 27th rushing offense (82.6 YPG) after five games.

“The Titans are currently 0-5, their offense ranks 31st in passing offense (164.8 YPG), and 27th in rushing offense (82.6 YPG), all while having scored just 58 points through five games.”