Titans defensive tackle Jurrell Casey did not practice Wednesday, but Titans coach Mike Mularkey told reporters he’s hopeful that Casey will be in the starting lineup Sunday vs. the Broncos.
Casey is dealing with a sprained foot, and Mularkey called giving him an extra day of rest “a smart decision” as the Titans prepare for Sunday and the stretch run. At 6-6, they’re in a three-way tie atop the AFC South with the Colts and Texans.
“I know Jurrell pretty well. I know he’s going to play if he can play,” Mularkey said. “We’ve got lots of time before [Sunday]. I think we’re handling it the right way the way we’re treating it and holding him out of some of the stuff. Again, it’s early in the week.”
Casey was named to his first Pro Bowl last season. He’s missed only one game in his six-year career.
The Titans are as healthy as they could hope to be coming off a Week 13 bye. Casey was the only player listed on their Wednesday injury and participation report. Running back DeMarco Murray has been getting maintenance days off over the last several weeks but was a full practice participant.
