Titans trample the Vikings in a 24-16 preseason victory with 281 rushing yards

Tennessee Titans running back Julius Chestnut (36) high fives quarterback Malik Willis (7) after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 in Minneapolis. Tennessee won 24-16. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

by: Associated Press

Posted: Aug 20, 2023 / 03:13 PM CDT

Updated: Aug 20, 2023 / 03:13 PM CDT

MINNEAPOLIS — Malik Willis rushed for 91 yards and threw a touchdown pass while playing the entire game for Tennessee, and the Titans dominated at the line of scrimmage during a 24-16 preseason victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Rookie Tyjae Spears had a 33-yard touchdown run and Julius Chestnut rushed for 98 yards and a score. The Titans racked up 281 yards on the ground to give resting star Derrick Henry a good show. The Vikings did not play a single starter. Rookie DeWayne McBride had a touchdown run and Greg Joseph made all three field goals.