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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – While the Titans are hopeful DeMarco Murray (hamstring) will practice Friday, the wise call could be to give him Sunday vs. Seattle off and look to ensure his hamstring is completely right before he returns.

The team remains committed to Murray as its lead back. But the drafting of Derrick Henry in the second round in 2016 wasn’t just about the future and having a quality No. 2 in the present. It served as identity insurance.

If Henry starts and gets the bulk of the work Sunday, the Titans should be just fine in terms of running the ball against a defense that’s surrendered 5.2 yards a carry through two games.

There are areas of concern, and if Henry gets hurt there is a big dropoff to David Fluellen. Still, Tennessee ought to ride with Henry this week.

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