Teair Tart Injury News & Updates
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Staying in Los Angeles
The Chargers are slated to sign Tart to a one-year, $5.5 million contract when the new league year begins Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart appeared in all 17 regular-season games for the Chargers in 2024 and finished with 29 tackles (15 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two pass defenses (one interception), one forced fumble and one fumble recovery. He'll bolster the Chargers' depth on the defensive line behind Otito Ogbonnia, Morgan Fox and Justin Eboigbe.
Jan 22, 2025
UFA after 29-tackle season
Tart finished the 2024 regular season with one sack among his 29 tackles (15 solo). He also had one interception among two passes defensed, forced one fumble and recovered one fumble.
ANALYSIS
Tart played in all 17 regular-season games and suited up for the Chargers' season-ending 32-12 loss to the Texans in the wild-card round of the playoffs, adding three tackles (two solo). The defensive tackle, who will turn 28 on Feb. 28, is set to be an unrestricted free agent in the offseason.
Aug 15, 2024
Joining Chargers
Tart is set to sign with the Chargers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart was released by Miami on Tuesday but didn't have to wait long to find a new organization. The veteran nose tackle played in 13 regular-season contests between Houston and Tennessee last year, totaling 24 tackles (17 solo), including one sack. He should have a role in the Chargers' defensive-line rotation when the regular season rolls around.
Aug 13, 2024
Let go by Miami
Tart was released by the Dolphins on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Tart signed with Miami in April, but he will now look for another opportunity elsewhere. The defensive lineman spent the 2023 campaign with the Texans and Titans, recording 24 total tackles, including a sack, over 13 contests.
Apr 5, 2024
Signing with Miami
Tart is signing a contract with the Dolphins on Friday, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart made 13 appearances between the Titans and Texans last year, totaling 24 tackles (17 solo), including a sack. Several teams expressed interest in the 27-year-old during the offseason, but he'll attempt to carve out a role in Miami in 2024.
Dec 18, 2023
Claimed by Houston
Tart (personal) was claimed off waivers from the Titans by the Texans on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart was waived Saturday after being reported as out for Week 15 the day before due to personal reasons. The 26-year-old spent the last four seasons in Tennessee, and his time there this year will end with 11 games played, 21 tackles (15 solo) and a a sack. It's not clear how big of a role he'll have in Houston, but he should at least bolster the team's depth on the interior of their defensive line.
Dec 17, 2023
Waived Saturday
Tart was waived by the Texans on Saturday, Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart's departure comes after he missled the Titans' Week 14 game due to personal reasons. It is unclear if that situation is what led to his release. The defensive tackle played 30 defensive snaps (43 percent) in Tennessee's most recent game. Jaleel Johnson is the most likely candidate to replace his nose tackle snaps.
Dec 15, 2023
Won't suit up vs. Texans
Tart (personal) is out for Sunday's game versus the Texans, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart will miss his third game of the season Sunday for personal reasons. Jeffery Simmons (knee) is also out for Week 15, and Denico Autry (knee) is questionable, so Tennessee could end up being vulnerable to a typically-tame Houston rushing attack.
Oct 25, 2023
Full go in practice Wednesday
Tart (toe) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart is healthy again after missing the past two games with a toe injury. The 26-year-old has logged 10 tackles (eight solo) in four games this season and will now return to his starting spot at nose tackle.
Oct 15, 2023
Not playing in London
Tart (toe) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens in London, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After sitting out the Titans' Week 5 loss to the Colts, Tart remained a spectator for the team's first two Week 6 practices before returning to the field as a limited participant Friday. Though Tart's on-field activity was enough for the Titans to list him as questionable heading into the weekend, he'll ultimately get some extended time off to heal up from the injury. With the Titans idle for Week 7, Tart should be ready to play when Tennessee returns to action Week 8 with an Oct. 29 home game versus the Falcons.
Oct 13, 2023
Questionable for Week 6
Tart (toe) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Tart upgraded to a limited practice session Friday after missing the previous two days, which could bode well for his chances of taking the field Sunday. If he does have to miss more time, however, Kyle Peko will stand to once again handle an increased role.
Oct 6, 2023
Won't play at Indianapolis
Tart (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game at the Colts, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart was able to play through the knee issue he's been dealing with in Week 4, but he'll now have to sit out at least one game as he works his way back. Kyle Peko could draw a start at defensive tackle with Tart sidelined.
Oct 1, 2023
Cleared for Week 4
Tart (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Tart practiced in a limited capacity twice to close the week, which is enough for him to suit up in Week 4. He's played in just over half of the team's defensive snaps this season and should continue to occupy a rotational role along the defensive line.
Sep 29, 2023
Gets questionable tag
Tart (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Bengals,.
ANALYSIS
Tart tallied back-to-back limited practices to close the week after being a non-participant Wednesday. He is looking like a true game-time decision Sunday. Naquan Jones would be the prime candidate to replace him at nose tackle should he not get the go-ahead.
Jun 5, 2023
Officially signs RFA tender
Tart signed his restricted free agent tender worth $4.3 million Monday, Mike Moraitis of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite not signing the tender, Tart was still participating in the Titans' offseason program after signing a waiver, per Jim Wyatt of the team's official site. The undrafted product out of Florida International has developed into a starter over the past three seasons and finished the 2022 campaign with 34 tackles, 1.5 sacks and an interception across 16 appearances (485 defensive snaps).
Dec 11, 2022
Will play Sunday
Tart (ankle) is active for Sunday's matchup against Jacksonville.
ANALYSIS
Tart was considered questionable heading into the contest due to an ankle injury, but he'll ultimately suit up. The second-year defensive tackle has yet to miss a game this season, totaling 20 tackles, five pass defenses and one interception across 12 appearances.
Dec 9, 2022
Questionable to face Jags
Tart (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart turned in limited practices throughout the week, leaving his status for Week 14 unclear. He's served as a rotational defensive lineman for Tennessee this season, regularly playing between 40 and 50 percent of defensive snaps.
Mar 9, 2022
Sticks with Tennessee
The Titans re-sign Tart on Wednesday, John Glennon of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart started 10 games last season -- including the first seven -- and totaled 16 tackles (10 solo). He'll join Harold Landry as returning members of Tennessee's stout defensive front.
Jan 22, 2022
Inactive Saturday
Tart (ankle) is inactive for Saturday's divisional-round matchup against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Tart tested his injury during pregame warmups Saturday but will be unable to take the field during the Titans' first playoff game. Naquan Jones and Kyle Peko should see additional playing time against Cincinnati.
Jan 20, 2022
Questionable against Bengals
Tart (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's divisional-round matchup against Cincinnati, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart missed Tennessee's Week 18 matchup against the Texans and was a limited participant in practice all week ahead of the divisional round. If he remains out to begin the playoffs, Naquan Jones and Kyle Peko should see additional work against Cincinnati.
Jan 7, 2022
Won't play Sunday
Tart (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Texans, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart logged a limited practice Thursday, but he was unable to practice Friday due to the injury. With Naquan Jones (knee) also out, the Titans will be light on defensive tackle depth Sunday. Kyle Peko should see a significant increase in work against the Texans.
Dec 17, 2021
Remains sidelined
Tart (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Steelers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart has been sidelined since Week 11 with an ankle issue. In his absence, Naquan Jones and Kyle Peko should continue to see extra work along the Titans' defensive line.
Dec 10, 2021
Still out Sunday
Tart (ankle) will be out Sunday against the Jaguars, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart missed the Titans' Week 12 contest against New England before their Week 13 bye, but he's still not quite ready to return. Naquan Jones and Kyle Peko should continue to see extra work Sunday against the Jaguars.
Nov 27, 2021
Won't play Sunday
Tart (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart returned from a groin injury last week against the Texans but is now sidelined by an ankle issue. He'll have the bye in Week 13 to aid in his recover before missing any time beyond Sunday. Naquan Jones and Kyle Peko should split time at nose tackles for the Titans in his absence.
Nov 18, 2021
Healthy going into Week 11
Tart returned to being a full participant at Thurdsday's practice following a groin injury, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old missed the win in Week 10 against the Saints while nursing the injury but appears to be ready to go for Sunday against the Texans. Tart's return will shift Naquan Jones back to a reserve role at nose tackle.
Nov 14, 2021
Will not play Sunday
Tart (groin) is inactive Sunday against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Tart missed practice Thursday and Friday. After missing Week 8 against the Colts, Tart returned in Week 9 against the Rams but apparently aggravated the injury. With Tart out, Naquan Jones will likely take on a larger role Sunday.
Nov 4, 2021
Back to full practice
Tart (groin) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart was forced to miss the team's Week 8 contest against the Colts with a groin injury. However, he logged a limited practice Wednesday before progressing to full participation Thursday. Barring a setback, he should return to a significant role along the Titans' defensive lineup Sunday against the Rams.
Oct 31, 2021
Won't play Sunday
Tart (groin) is inactive Sunday against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Tart was questionable last week, but ultimately suited up against Kansas City, however he did play less snaps than usual. Tart's absence will likely open up playing time for undrafted rookie Naquan Jones. He will try to return to action in Week 9 against the Rams.
Jan 18, 2021
Returns from COVID list
The Titans reactivated Tart on Monday.
ANALYSIS
After missing Week 17 and the wild-card matchup against the Ravens, Tart cleared the league's COVID-19 protocols and will be able to rejoin his team. The defensive tackle notched five tackles (two solo) and one pass breakup though seven games in the 2020 campaign.
Jan 3, 2021
Lands on COVID list
Tart (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 23-year-old either tested positive for the virus or is a high-risk close contact of an infected individual, so he'll be unavailable for Week 17. Larrel Murchison and Matt Dickerson are the remaining reserve defensive linemen with Tart sidelined.
Dec 14, 2020
Clear of suspension
The NFL lifted Tart's one-game suspension for unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart returns to backup DaQuan Jones for the stretch run, as Tennessee aims to build upon its fifth consecutive winning season. The Florida International product has recorded two QB hits, two tackles and a pass deflection over his five 2020 appearances.
Dec 7, 2020
Receives suspension notice
Tart has been suspended one game for violating the NFL's unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct rules, Michael Signora of NFL Communications reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart will go without pay for one week after purposely stepping on an opponent during Sunday's 41-35 loss to the Browns. The 23-year-old defensive tackle has appeared in each of Tennessee's past five games, fielding an average of 21.2 defensive snaps per contest. Without Tart available, depth along the interior will be depleted behind starting nose tackle DaQuan Jones.
Nov 7, 2020
Joins active roster
Tart was promoted to the Titans' active roster from the practice squad Saturday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Tart joined the Titans as a UDFA in the spring and was unable to earn a spot on the Opening Day roster, but he'll now make his way to the active roster. The 23-year-old should provide depth at defensive tackle behind DaQuan Jones.
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