Tennessee Titans: 5 Reasons Titans Win The AFC South In 2017

By Zach Ragan | Jun 23, 2017

Dec 20, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; Tennessee Titans Interim head coach Mike Mularkey speaks with Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker (82) as they play the New England Patriots in the second half at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Titans 33-16. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 11, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) carries the ball as Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) defends during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Running Game

The NFL might be a passing league now, but a strong ground game can certainly make the difference over the course of a season.

The Titans have two extremely capable running backs in DeMarco Murray and Derrick Henry.

Imagine playing against Tennessee and seeing Murray leave the game, only to see a bruiser like Henry step on the field. It really isn’t fair.

The Titans, thanks to their one-two punch of Murray and Henry, should be able to control time of possession more often than not in 2017. As a result, the Titans will be able to effectively wear down opposing defenses.

Rushing for four to five years a down might not be the sexiest play call, but it’s one that will allow you to keep playing deep into January.

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