Entering the Week Nine matchup on Thursday Night Football, the focus for the Pittsburgh Steelers seems to be on stopping the dynamic duo of Tennessee Titans' running back Derrick Henry and rookie quarterback Will Levis. In an interview with Steelers.com, head coach Mike Tomlin emphasized the importance of slowing down Henry and not letting him control the game. Tomlin also acknowledged the threat of the Titans' play-action passing game, which relies heavily on Henry's talents.
Henry, who has rushed for 526 yards and three touchdowns this season, is a force to be reckoned with. The Steelers, however, have struggled to stop the run, allowing an average of 137.1 yards per game on the ground. Slowing down Henry will be crucial for the Steelers if they want to secure a victory.
On the other side of the ball, rookie quarterback Will Levis has been turning heads with his performance. In his NFL debut in Week Eight, Levis threw four touchdowns and showed impressive poise under pressure. The Titans will need more of Levis' playmaking abilities to pull off a win against the Steelers.
As the second half is underway, the Titans regain the lead with Levis connecting with Henry for a crucial 23-yard gain. The Titans will rely on this duo to secure a victory on the road.
Will Derrick Henry and Will Levis lead the Titans to victory against the Steelers? The outcome of this matchup will surely depend on their performance on the field.