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Titans Defensive Star Simmons Calls Out Offense's Discipline Issues
17 Nov
Summary
- Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons voiced frustration with team's false start penalties
- Simmons said he's "tired of sugarcoating it" and wants the team to play better, especially at home
- Titans had 5 false starts in the game, 3 by right tackle JC Latham
On November 17, 2025, Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons voiced his frustration with the team's lack of discipline, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. Simmons was seen on the TV broadcast going over to the offense and challenging them to play more complementary football after one of their drives resulted in a punt.
After the game, Simmons did not hold back, saying "I'm tired of sugarcoating it. We need to be better, especially at home. Can't have that many f---ing false starts. There's no way we should have that many false starts at home. I don't care. I'm tired of saving feelings. I'm tired of losing."
The Titans had 5 false starts in the game, 3 of which were committed by right tackle JC Latham. Quarterback Cam Ward acknowledged the issue but said it was just on one particular play. Simmons revealed the team had 4 false starts in Friday's practice as well, and the Titans were penalized 9 times for a total of 62 yards.
Despite the defensive efforts, the Titans still lost the game. Simmons, who returned to action after missing 2 games due to a hamstring injury, said the team needs to "attack every day with a better attitude" and that "everybody has to take the same approach." Outside linebacker Arden Key hinted that the team's accountability measures have become more challenging in the "new age" of the NFL.
