NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Yes, the Titans are 3-2 and have won three in a row. They've been fighting through their deficiencies and finding ways.

They are rested, coming off a bye for a quick rematch for their top challenger in the AFC South. The Colts have a similar story, minus the rest, but they’ve lost four consecutive games to Tennessee and five out of six.

Derrick Henry

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Still, it’s difficult not to judge the Titans against the standards of their own fine play in recent years and the standards of quality football that will be required for playoff success. I don’t think I am alone in feeling that.

They’ve created high expectations.

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