Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kyle Philips will be making his 2023 season debut on Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts.
The team announced on Saturday afternoon that it has activated Philips from injured reserve, where he started the season after sustaining a MCL injury during the preseason.
Buy Titans TicketsIn addition to Philips’ activation, the Titans are elevating both safety Dane Cruikshank and defensive lineman Jaleel Johnson from the practice squad for Week 5.
Johnson will provide extra depth with Tennessee not having defensive lineman Teair Tart, who was ruled out with a toe injury. The veteran defensive lineman has appeared in one game for Tennessee this year.
If he suits up, Cruikshank will be playing in his first game with the Titans since 2021. He spent last season with the Chicago Bears.
Philips’ return is even more welcomed this week, as the Titans won’t have wide receiver Treylon Burks in the lineup for a second straight game because of a knee injury.
On top of his receiving duties, Philips is expected to return to his role as the team’s punt returner, according to special teams coach Craig Aukerman.
