Jeffery Simmons' Return Boosted Titans' Run Defense

Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons returned from a mid-season injury, significantly improving the team's run defense during the second half of the season. This improvement occurred under defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson, who is now moving to the Giants. The Titans' unit, despite overall defensive struggles, saw a notable boost against the run following Simmons' return, highlighting his critical impact on the team's performance.