After finally getting their first win of the season, the Titans now return home to face their first AFC South opponent when the Indianapolis Colts visit Nissan Stadium. Let’s look at the keys for the Titans.

First down

Get Levis in rhythm. Brian Callahan needs to start the game in scripted fashion for Will Levis with some low-risk play calls that can give the young quarterback a much-needed confidence boost. Mix in the run game the way it worked in Miami, and perhaps use some play action and high percentage pass plays early to get rid of any fear Levis might have of making another critical mistake.

Second down

Let the defense dictate the tempo. If the Colts play Anthony Richardson (hip injury), the Titans need to press and frustrate the second-year quarterback, much the same way they did Caleb Williams in the opener. They can’t let him make big plays with his legs and should cage rush him to force him to show he can be accurate from the pocket.

Third down

Stop the run. Last year, Jonathan Taylor was coming off injury and didn’t do much in the first meeting between the teams last year. But backup Zach Downs had a career day against the Tennessee defense. No matter if Taylor, who has been plagued by an ankle injury, is available or not, the Titans cannot let the Colts run the football effectively against them and expect to win the game.

Fourth down

Win the turnover battle. Between Richardson and Levis, chances are good there will be turnovers. It could come down two which quarterback makes the fewest mistakes or the least egregious one.