Titans Offensive Line Dominates Against Browns' Defense
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The Tennessee Titans' offensive line showcased an impressive performance in their 31-29 victory against the Cleveland Browns, notably containing star defensive player Myles Garrett. According to Cleveland.com, Titans left guard Peter Skoronski drew motivation from NFL Films, recalling a moment when Michael Strahan set the single-season sack record.
Skoronski emphasized a collective goal to prevent Garrett, who entered the game with a league-leading 19.0 sacks, from breaking that record. The Titans executed a game plan focused on establishing the run, allowing them to open paths for their rushing attack.
The offensive line's efforts resulted in a total of 184 rushing yards, with Tony Pollard contributing 161 yards and two touchdowns, as noted by Music City Miracles. Defensive tackle Dan Moore Jr. utilized his past experiences facing Garrett to help strategize against him, limiting Garrett to just one sack throughout the game.
Interim head coach Mike McCoy acknowledged the necessity of a strong run game to neutralize Garrett's impact. The Titans' success in the run game was a stark contrast to their prior struggles, as they had the 31st-ranked rushing offense prior to this matchup.
This victory marks a crucial step in reshaping the Titans' offensive strategy as they continue to build momentum in a challenging season.