Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Mon 9/23/24 4:40 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle recorded four receptions (on five targets) for 43 yards in Sunday's 30-14 loss to Green Bay.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle was on the field for 47 percent of offensive snaps, a similar role to what he earned Week 2. However, he was more frequently involved as a pass catcher, finishing second on the team in targets and tied for second in receptions. He's likely to continue to split snaps with Chigoziem Okonkwo, but Whyle could be the more productive fantasy option moving forward.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Mon 9/16/24 10:55 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle recorded two receptions on two targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Jets.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle saw his offensive snap rate rise from 30 percent in Week 1 to 42 percent Sunday. He was able to pick up his first catches of the season, highlighted by a 12-yard gain late in the first quarter that set up a touchdown two plays later. Whyle could continue to see his snap rate rise as the season progresses, as Chigoziem Okonkwo has failed to make a consistent mark on Tennessee's offense across the last three seasons.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Mon 9/9/24 10:26 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle was not targeted in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Bears.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle got moderate hype during training camp as he attempted to unseat Chigoziem Okonkwo as the top tight end in Tennessee. His usage in Week 1 made clear that didn't occur, as he saw only 18 offensive snaps (28 percent) while Nick Vannett earned 16. Whyle remains primarily a special teams contributor.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Wed 9/4/24 5:02 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle (concussion) wasn't on Tennessee's injury report Wednesday ahead of Sunday's Week 1 contest against the Bears, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle missed the latter part of August with a concussion, but it appears he's cleared protocol just in time for the Titans' Week 1 outing. With Whyle back at full health, he's expected to serve as Tennessee's top backup tight end behind Chigoziem Okonkwo this season.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Mon 8/26/24 3:56 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Head coach Brian Callahan told reporters Monday that he's hoping to get Whyle (concussion) back practicing this week, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
The second-year tight end has missed over a week with a concussion, but it appears he's nearing a return to the field after his head coach's comments Monday. Whyle appeared in 11 games in 2023, recording nine catches for 94 yards and one touchdown. He's expected to serve as the Titans' top backup tight end once he clears concussion protocol.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Sun 8/18/24 7:16 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Head coach Brian Callahan said Sunday that Whyle remains in concussion protocols but could return to practice later in the week, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
It's not clear when Whyle sustained the concussion, as he did not suit up for the Titans' 16-15 win over the Seahawks on Saturday. Whyle is competing against Nick Vannett and Thomas Odukoya for the backup tight end job behind starter Chigoziem Okonkwo.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Sun 8/18/24 2:09 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle entered league concussion protocol Sunday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
It's not clear when Whyle suffered the head injury. In any case, it means he's probably not going to see the field during Tennessee's preseason finale and will likely have to wait until Week 1 of the regular season to suit up again.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Tue 8/6/24 12:15 AM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle is listed as a co-starter at tight end on the Titans' first unofficial depth chart, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle is entering his second year as a pro and looking to carve out an expanded role after playing only 152 offensive snaps in 2023. His 6-foot-7 frame makes him an intriguing option near the goal line and potentially on third downs. Whyle has also apparently impressed enough on the field to push Chigoziem Okonkwo for his starting role, and this will be a position to monitor for the rest of the preseason.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Tue 5/21/24 5:37 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
Whyle (knee) participated in OTAs on Tuesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle closed last season on injured reserve, but he was back on the field participating in practice as the Titans held offseason workouts. The 2023 fifth-round selection looked bigger and sturdier than last year, according to Wyatt.
Josh Whyle TE TEN (10) Sat 12/30/23 2:07 PM
Josh Whyle
TE TEN (10)
The Titans placed Whyle (knee) on injured reserve Saturday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Whyle was originally listed as questionable for the Titans' Week 17 affair after sustaining a knee injury during Friday's practice, but it seems as if the issue is more serious than the team originally thought. The 24-year-old will miss the remainder of Tennessee's season, making way for Trevon Wesco and Kevin Rader to possibly see more work as reserve tight end options.