By BLAKE BEDDINGFIELD, special correspondent

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – If the Titans’ season is going to turn around it must continue Sunday against the Commanders. The rest of the season’s schedule gives them a chance in each game.

The Commanders are the last team with a winning record except for the Texans, who the Titans wil see again on the last day of the season.
  
The Titans played their best game of the season against the Texans and showed a balanced approach of explosive offense and a defense that can create turnovers and come up with big plays in critical situations.

Jeffery Simmons
Jeffery Simmons/ Courtesy Tennessee Titans

Leaders emerged with their production against the Texans. Jeffrey Simmons, Calvin Ridley, Tony Pollard and even Will Levis stepped up their games and proved they can make plays when the team needs it. 

Matchups that favor the Titans:

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