First Quarter of the Season has been a Tale of Two Halves

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John Glennon, Denard Walker and David Boclair examine the disparity between the Titans' performance and production in the first and second halves, and Walker explains why it needs to be fixed. ... A similar disparity exists in the impression created by the nearly-identical stats of tight ends Austin Hooper (five catches, 48 yards) and rookie Chig Okonkwo (four catches, 49 yards, 1 TD). In the case of Okonkwo, who was a key contributor against the Colts, they feel really positive. Not so for Hooper, a free agent addition who created high expectations during the offseason and training camp. ... Four games are enough to grade what the Titans have done. So, the hosts each offer their grades for the offense and defense based on their respective performances thus far. ... Finally, a look ahead to this week's game against the Washington Commanders, an opponent that has a losing record yet presents challenges nonetheless.