Titans Take Charge as Chiefs Face Quarterback Shuffle

Kansas City, USAMon Dec 22 2025
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In a surprising turn of events, the Tennessee Titans are leading the Kansas City Chiefs 16-6 in the third quarter of their Week 16 matchup. The Chiefs' starting quarterback, Gardner Minshew, has been ruled out for the rest of the game. Minshew, who had been struggling with mobility, was eventually taken off the field after a sideline evaluation. Minshew's performance before his exit was less than impressive, completing only 3 out of 8 passes for a mere 15 yards. With Minshew out, the Chiefs will rely on Chris Oladokun to lead the offense. If Oladokun also gets injured, Noah Gray is ready to step in as the emergency third quarterback.
The Titans, on the other hand, have been capitalizing on the Chiefs' struggles. They took a 9-3 lead in the first half thanks to a 7-yard touchdown pass from Cam Ward. The Chiefs managed to cut the lead to 9-6 with a field goal by Harrison Butker, but the Titans responded with another touchdown, this time a 1-yard pass from Ward to Chimere Dike, making the score 16-6. The Chiefs will need to regroup and find a way to overcome this deficit, but with their starting quarterback out and the Titans playing well, it won't be an easy task. It's a crucial game for both teams, as the Chiefs are fighting to secure a playoff spot, while the Titans are looking to solidify their position in the standings.
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