Will Levis has solidified his position as the starting quarterback for the Titans, but his playing style poses concerns about his susceptibility to injuries.
During Monday night’s victory over the Dolphins, Levis absorbed several significant hits while running the ball. Rather than opting for safer sliding maneuvers to evade tacklers, he tends to attempt to power through them, exposing himself to potential harm. Titans head coach Mike Vrabel addressed this issue during a press conference on Tuesday, praising Levis’ competitive spirit but emphasizing the importance of self-preservation.
Vrabel indicated that the team may adjust their communication strategy to encourage Levis to prioritize his safety on the field. He mentioned plans to show Levis examples of quarterbacks effectively using sliding techniques and exploiting league rules to their advantage.
Mike Vrabel: Guess we'll show Will Levis QBs not sliding, getting shit knocked out of them. https://t.co/Nelc4eaGLD
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) December 12, 2023
However, Vrabel also humorously suggested that they might resort to showcasing footage of quarterbacks who failed to slide and suffered painful consequences.
Despite Levis’ promising potential, having only started seven NFL games, refining his playing style to ensure longevity in his career remains crucial. While it’s just one aspect of his game that needs development, focusing on injury prevention is a wise starting point. The effectiveness of the team’s new approach will be put to the test when the Titans take on the Texans in Week 15.
