Malik Willis to Start for Titans vs. Texans After Ryan Tannehill Ankle Injury

According to Adam Schefter, the TennesseeTitans will start a rookies at quarterback against the Houston Texans on Saturday.

Ryan Tannehill has an ankle injury and won't be able to play.

According to Paul Kuharsky, Tannehill was likely done for the season, opening up the chance for Willis to make an impression.

He has made two starts this season and has a record of 1-2. The third-round pick out of Liberty has thrown for 177 yards and an interception and has been sacked six times. He's gained 80 yards.

"I think the previous experience helped a lot, as far as knowing what it takes and knowing what your routine is going to be in order to prepare," he said. Each week is different, who we play. Most of the time, the way you prepare is the same. It's just understanding what it takes to get there. It's just about getting better now that I have more reps.

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Malik Willis on being more comfortable in the scheme and keeping a positive mindset. Wise words beyond his years from the #Titans rookie. pic.twitter.com/jrXS3kxIFb

At a crucial juncture in Tennessee's season, with the 7-7Titans holding onto a tenuous one-game lead in the AFC South over the suddenly hot JacksonvilleJaguars, it will be a trial by fire for Willis at a crucial time.

TheTitans have lost four in a row.

The winner of the division will get the fourth seed in the playoffs.

If theTitans can't get past the Texans, they won't have a chance against the Cowboys in the final week of the season. At least this week, he gets a lot of attention.