Zach Mettenberger Doubtful For Jets Game With Shoulder Injury

December 8, 2014

Rick Nyman,

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Titans rookie quarterback Zach Mettenberger is doubtful against the New York Jets after aggravating his sprained right shoulder, but coach Ken Whisenhunt says there is a "legitimate chance" Mettenberger plays for Tennessee again this season.

Whisenhunt said Monday he is hopeful Mettenberger will be back even with three games remaining for a 2-11 team.

Mettenberger is on a week to week basis, and Whisenhunt says he will not rule the quarterback out until he’s sure Mettenberger can’t go.

Jake Locker is expected to start at quarterback if Mettenberger is out.

Mettenberger originally sprained his shoulder Nov. 30 in a loss at Houston, but he started Sunday against the New York Giants. He hurt his shoulder again at 10:41 of the fourth quarter when sacked for the fifth time.