.The initial local competition of the Brian Callahan age for the Tennessee Titans figures to become an unusual one.The Titans (1-3) bunch the Indianapolis Colts (2-3) in an AFC South showdown at Nissan Coliseum on Sunday (twelve noon CT, CBS). Neither crew enters into the game fully worked out in its own quarterback situation, along with Titans passer Will definitely Levis working through a shoulder injury and Colts passer Anthony Richardson handling a skew trauma. Each have actually been actually given votes of peace of mind from their trainers to send back as starters when well-balanced, yet it wouldn't be a shock to observe either of the corresponding experienced data backups Mason Rudolph as well as Joe Flacco as both children heal.For the Titans, Sunday is actually an opportunity to assemble a two-game winning touch as well as begin 1-0 in division action. Doing so will certainly imply making the most of a Colts defense that has actually battled by ultimately getting Callahan's passing offense to hit, along with taking advantage of a turnover-prone Colts offense.Here are actually The Tennessean's hunting record as well as forecasts for Sunday's game.ESTES|Levis gets roasted like a celeb. Can he participate in like one? Titans outburst vs Colts defense: Is going to Levis, pace management and also the boom-or-bust attackTurnovers will certainly remain to be actually the issue until there is actually reason to believe otherwise. The Colts ranking No. 6 in the NFL in takeaways, paced through a league-leading 5 fumbles recouped, and the Titans are still tied for final in free gifts and ranking dead final in free gifts every game.But remove the takeaways and the Colts' protection has actually been one of the league's worst by means of 5 full weeks. It has actually enabled the best lawns per game in the NFL and positions in all-time low 10 in purposes made it possible for every activity (25th), backyards permitted per play (29th), thrill yards made it possible for per game (31st), pass yards enabled every game (29th), pass backyards allowed per try (31st), 1st downs allowed per activity (31st), third-down conversion price permitted (28th) and also reddish zone touchdown fee enabled (24th). The Titans' passing away strike has actually let down so far. Levis will definitely possess even more chances to grow the outburst vertically against the Colts than he possesses recently, however the Titans have not precisely confirmed they can capitalizing on those possibilities. There's a course to the Titans regulating the pace along with a consistent dose of Tony Pollard as well as Tyjae Spears manages, however given the Colts' resist the elapsed, this week needs to represent a step forward for Levis and his receivers.Advantage: TitansTitans protection vs Indianapolis Colts offense: Don't let Joe Flacco hammered youLet's certainly not discount Flacco's capacity. Think it or not, he leads the NFL in passer score this period. He's still received an arm at 39 years of ages, and he has actually shaped a hookup with recipients Alec Pierce as well as Josh Downs. Yet he is actually also restricted in his movement as well as has been sacked 6 attend two video games. Combine those restrictions with the Colts' injuries up-front as well as running back Jonathan Taylor being actually confined through an ankle joint injury and also there should be actually an odds for the Titans to affix their ears back and also rush.If Flacco starts, that is actually. Richardson may be back and also could change the tactical plan. Richardson as well as Flacco both love to examine defenses vertically, so the anxiety on the Titans' safety and securities shouldn't be actually different. Yet Richardson' dual-threat skill places extra stress and anxiety on the Titans' linebackers to stay at home and advantage protectors to have. The other hand, certainly, is that Richardson has actually been actually intercepted 6 times to Flacco's no. Developing turn overs hasn't specifically been actually a Titans stamina this season, but Richardson's mistake-prone inclinations can offer the Titans help.Advantage: TitansTitans vs Colts wagering linePer BetMGM, the Colts are 1-point favorites to gain. The Colts' moneyline is -115 and also the Titans' moneyline is actually -105. The over-under points total is 42.5. Offensive Titan of the Game-- Is Going To Levis: It's time for the quarterback to break out. He still could switch the round over one or two times, however he'll additionally allow it loose.Defensive Titan of the Activity-- Harold Landry III: This game is a perfect possibility for the side rushers to produce some plays. Count on Landry to lead the charge.Surprise Titan of the Video Game-- Treylon Burks: Whether it's baffling to the enthusiasts or not, the Titans maintain returning to Burks on deeper shots. This time around, one or two are going to hook up for a critical play.Score prophecy: Titans 24, Colts 20It's tough to put a lot of religion in an unverified Titans' outburst. Yet the Colts' defense is having a hard time a little bit too much immediately. Levis as well as his allies appear just as good as they have through the air considering that his launching and also the Titans' protection makes just enough plays to find away along with an AFC South win.Nick Suss is the Titans defeated author for The Tennessean. Contact Scar atnsuss@gannett.com. 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