The Facts: The Titans aren't in any rush to bump Mariota up to full participation after last year's fractured fibula, but they don't want to let the entire offseason go by without him getting some work with the team's new receivers. HC Mike Mularkey said the Titans "may do more 7-on-7s than we ever have done" in order to get Mariota on the field for work that won't risk further injury.
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“You’re talking about timing in the passing game, that’s one way to be able to do it without a rush in his face and having to move,” Mularkey explained. “It’s one way. We’re working on other ways to get the work done. ...” The Titans drafted wide receiver Corey Davis in the first round and added wide receiver Taywan Taylor and tight end Jonnu Smith in the third round, leading Mularkey to think about ways to develop chemistry with the newcomers during OTAs. It's a smart approach. Remember, Mariota isn’t the only player on the mend. Davis is recovering from ankle surgery and did individual work during the team’s rookie minicamp.