Tennessee Titans star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons made waves during his recent appearance on the Rich Eisen Show. Eisen and Simmons delved into the Titans’ upcoming Week 1 clash against the Chicago Bears, where Simmons is eagerly anticipating facing off against top overall pick Caleb Williams.
Known for his outspoken nature and legendary trash-talking skills, Simmons didn’t hold back in discussing his plans to verbally challenge Williams on the field. Despite his reputation for trash talk, Simmons acknowledged that it’s all part of the competitive spirit on game day.
“Yeah, painted nails. Can’t wait to say that to him,” Simmons remarked with a grin. “I thrive on these matchups, especially in prime-time games like this one against Chicago. There’s always a lot of hype around the opposing team, and that just fuels me even more to elevate my game and talk a little smack.”
Simmons acknowledged Williams’ talent, citing his skills from his time at USC, but emphasized that the NFL is a different beast. He expressed excitement about facing such a highly touted opponent in the season opener.
The Titans-Bears matchup was already intriguing with Williams making his debut alongside a formidable Bears receiving corps including Keenan Allen, D.J. Moore, and Rome Odunze. On the other side, the Titans boast offensive weapons like DeAndre Hopkins, Calvin Ridley, and Tyler Boyd, setting the stage for an electric showdown.
Simmons didn’t reserve his banter solely for Williams, adding a playful jab at former teammate Derrick Henry, who now plays for the Baltimore Ravens, a longtime rival of the Titans.
“It’s different seeing him in that purple tutu,” Simmons quipped about Henry’s new team. “But I’ve got faith in Tyjae Spears and Tony Pollard. They’re going to be a dynamic duo in our backfield.”
With Simmons’ confident demeanor and sharp tongue, the Titans’ season opener against the Bears promises to be a fiery affair, fueled by competitive spirit and spirited trash talk.
