Mullings drew a holding penalty on a 2nd‐and‐3 drive‐stalling sequence, signaling the rugged path for a rookie RB who plusescs as pass blocker. His presence in the backfield hints at a multi‐role approach that could influence Ward’s dropbacks and Tennessee’s run‐pass balance.

Mullings sits behind Julius Chestnut but has earned a longer look and could be involved after halftime as the Titans gauge depth. He’s a classic late-slate, value-based play with the potential for more snaps if Tyjae Spears remains limited, presenting a payoff path in tournament formats.

Mullings led the Titans in rushing against Tampa Bay and could see increased usage with Tyjae Spears sidelined. The Falcons week offers an opportunity to push for a larger role, especially in a backfield that values Mullings' different skill set.

Mullings, a Michigan alum with 948 rushing yards and 12 TDs in his final college season, is positioned to inherit more backfield work if Spears is out. He brings a big-play profile and a path-to-touch upside in limited carries, especially in a spread-back Tennessee scheme looking for depth behind Pollard.

Mullings led Tennessee in rushing with 7 carries for 33 yards, showing explosiveness and downhill power in limited work. The former linebacker flashed as a versatile back who could contribute in rotation alongside Pollard-like tempo and Spears’ burst, suggesting a valuable depth piece for the Titans’ backfield.