Marcus Mariota not expected to play vs. Indianapolis Colts; stinger puts QB's long-term throwing ability at risk
Titans QB Marcus Mariota is not expected to start Sunday night against the Colts primarily because of a nerve condition caused by a stinger, which has his overall playing status in jeopardy, sources told ESPN.
ESPN: Marcus Mariota Not Expected To Start Tonight For Titans
ESPN NFL reporter Chris Mortensen is reporting that Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, who has been battling a nerve issue, is not expected to start in tonight’s win-or-go-home regular season finale against the Indianapolis Colts.