Will Levis' Costly Turnover Raises Concerns for Titans

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis made a costly turnover for the second straight week, fumbling the ball in the red zone against the New York Jets.

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis' inexplicable turnover in the red zone against the New York Jets on Sunday has raised concerns about his decision-making and sparked criticism from fans and analysts.

In a game where the Titans were looking to extend their early lead, Levis took a snap and looked to create space through the pocket. Faced with pressure from Jets defenders, Levis was tripped and attempted a backward pass to running back Tyjae Spears. However, the pass was too low and fumbled, giving the Jets possession of the ball.

Will Levis' Costly Turnover Raises Concerns for Titans

Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams recovered the fumble, igniting criticism from NFL fans who took to social media to ridicule Levis' play.

This was the second consecutive week that Levis has committed a head-scratching turnover. Against the Chicago Bears last week, he threw an interception that was returned for a touchdown, leading to a Bears victory.

Will Levis' Costly Turnover Raises Concerns for Titans

Titans head coach Brian Callahan appeared to confront Levis on the sideline after the fumble, visibly expressing his frustration with the quarterback's decision-making.

Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, who provided commentary on the game, described the turnover as "a terrible decision." He emphasized that the potential upside of a successful pass was minimal, while the downside was a costly turnover.

Will Levis' Costly Turnover Raises Concerns for Titans

NFL analysts have also expressed concerns about Levis' recent mistakes. Craig Carton, Danny Parkins, Mark Schlereth, and Greg Jennings discussed the turnover on the "Breakfast Ball" program, questioning Levis' judgment and consistency.

Levis' turnovers have come at crucial moments in games, costing the Titans momentum and potential opportunities to score. These mistakes are particularly concerning given the Titans' struggles on offense this season.

In the loss to the Jets, Levis completed 15 of 25 passes for 170 yards with no touchdowns and one interception. He also rushed for 30 yards on five carries.

The Titans will need Levis to improve his decision-making and eliminate costly turnovers if they want to compete for a playoff spot this season. His recent performances have raised questions about his ability to lead the Titans offense and have cast doubt on the team's potential for success.

As the Titans prepare for their upcoming matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, Levis will need to demonstrate a significant improvement in his play. The turnovers must stop and his decision-making must become more consistent if the Titans are to turn their season around.