Murray hopes to sign with a team before training camp, ESPN.com's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: Murray met with the Lions, Seahawks and Dolphins in March, then declined to work out for the Saints in mid-June. He's optimistic he can find an opportunity better than the one in New Orleans, though it's hard to identify an obvious match. After averaging just 3.6 yards per carry in Tennessee last season, the 30-year-old might have better luck waiting until injuries during training camp and the preseason inevitably force a few teams to scramble for backfield help. If Murray were to sign with a…read more

Murray is scheduled to visit the Dolphins on Sunday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

Analysis: Murray has also visited the Lions and Seahawks since being released by the Titans last week. Kenyon Drake stepped in as the Dolphins starter after trading away Jay Ajayi and found some success down the stretch, but a move proven running back could benefit the team. The 30-year-old saw a reduced workload in 2017 with Derrick Henry taking over the Titans backfield, totaling 659 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 184 carries.

Murray is visiting the Seahawks on Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Released by the Titans last week, Murray visited the Lions on Monday and left town without a contract. He'll likely have to settle for a shot to compete for work in a committee, following a 2017 campaign in which he took 184 carries for 659 yards and six touchdowns, managing only 3.6 yards per tote despite playing behind a solid offensive line. While no longer an explosive runner, the 30-year-old is still a strong pass protector and competent receiver. The Lions and Seahawks both need an early…read more

Visiting Lions

Murray is scheduled to visit with the Lions on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Murray's search for a new home begins in Detroit after he was released by the Titans earlier in the week. The Lions struggled to find consistency in the backfield last season, ranking last in the league with 1,221 rushing yards. Both Ameer Abdullah and Theo Riddick remain under contract with the Lions for the 2018 season, so it remains to be seen how the Lions would juggle all three backs if Murray were to sign. The veteran back recorded 659 yards and six touchdowns on 184 carries in 2017.

Titans move on

The Titans will release Murray, the team's official site reports.

Analysis: In his second season with the Titans, Murray ran for 659 yards and six TDs on 184 carries in 2017. In the wake of his looming departure, Derrick Henry is poised to take over as Tennessee's lead running back. Murray, who turned 30 in February, will thus enter free agency as one of the top available options at his position and should have no problem landing a key role in another team's 2018 backfield.

Doesn't require knee procedure

Murray, who suffered a knee injury Dec. 24, doesn't need surgery at this point, according to the Titans' official site.

Analysis: The injury kept Murray out of the Titans' regular-season finale as well as the team's two postseason contests, but the veteran back suggests that he could have returned to the field this coming weekend had Tennessee advanced to the AFC championship game. On the heels of recording 1,287 rushing yards and 12 total touchdowns in 2016 while also catching 53 passes for 377 yards, Murray carried 184 times for 659 yards and caught 39 passes 266 yards in 2017, en route to scoring seven times in 15…read more

Won't play Saturday

Murray (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's divisional-round game at New England, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Analysis: According to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, Murray missed back-to-back practices to start the week. Shortly after the second absence, the Titans made a definitive ruling on the veteran running back, who racked up 184 carries for 659 yards and six touchdowns to go with 39 receptions (on 47 targets) for 266 yards and another score in 15 games during the regular season. With Murray out of the picture this weekend, the Titans will roll with Derrick Henry as a three-down workhorse in the backfield.

No go again Tuesday

Murray (knee) was a non-participant at Tuesday's practice, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Murray emerged from the Titans' Week 16 loss on Dec. 24 with a knee injury that has since been clarified as a third-degree MCL tear. On Monday, head coach Mike Mularkey termed Murray "day-to-day," according to Wolfe, seemingly due to the running back's ability to tough out injuries, no matter the severity. In this case, though, Murray has been unable to practice in any capacity, leaving his status in limbo as the team prepares for a divisional-round contest at New England. In his stead, the…read more

Deemed day-to-day

Titans head coach Mike Mularkey indicated that Murray (knee) is considered day-to-day heading into Saturday's divisional-round matchup with the Patriots, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports. "For [Murray] to miss anything, something's got to be hurt," Mularkey said Sunday. "I'm definitely not going to rule him out. He's day-to-day."

Analysis: When asked Sunday about the nature of Murray's knee issue, Mularkey would only offer that the veteran running back was dealing with a "pretty good" injury, though Adam Schefter of ESPN has reported that Murray is recovering from a Grade 3 MCL tear that he sustained during a Week 16 loss to the Rams. The injury subsequently resulted in Murray sitting out the regular-season finale and the Titans' wild-card victory over the Chiefs, allowing Derrick Henry to serve as the team's lead back in both…read more

Ruled out this week

Murray (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's playoff game against the Chiefs, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: With Murray still sidelined, Derrick Henry will continue to lead the Titans backfield this weekend. In the team's regular-season finale, Henry logged a season-high 28 carries for 51 yards and added a 66-yard TD catch. Looking ahead, back-to-back missed games suggest that Murray would be no lock to play in the divisional round of the playoffs, should Tennessee triumph Saturday. The running back suffered an MCL injury during the Week 16 loss to the Rams.

Misses second consecutive practice

Murray (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Murray was held out of practice for a second consecutive day as he continues to recover from the third-degree tear of his MCL, which he suffered in Week 16 against the Rams. Murray's status for Saturday's wild-card matchup against the Chiefs remains up in the air as his absence from practice continues, tentatively leaving Derrick Henry in line to serve as the primary option out of the Titans' backfield.

Held out of practice Tuesday

Murray (knee) didn't practice Tuesday, Jason Wolf of The Tennessean reports.

Analysis: Although he hasn't taken the practice field since suffering a third-degree tear of his MCL in Week 16, Murray remains a candidate to play in Saturday's wild-card game at Kansas City, per head coach Mike Mularkey. It should be noted Mularkey said the same thing last week, so the statement may be one of gamesmanship than actual confidence that the veteran running back will play this weekend. If he's unable to get the all-clear, Murray would yield the backfield yet again to second-year RB Derrick…read more

Ruled out for Week 17

Murray (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: With Murray out Sunday, Derrick Henry is slated to handle the heavy lifting in the Jaguars' Week 17 backfield, with David Fluellen in reserve. The Titans may also elect to add further running back depth by promoting Khalfani Muhammad from the team's practice squad.

Misses another practice Thursday

Murray (knee) remained sidelined at Thursday's practice, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: With regard to the running back's status for Sunday's game against the Jaguars as it relates to the Titans' Week 17 backfield, Wolfe added "expect the Derrick Henry show this week." For his part, coach Mike Mularkey called Murray "day to day" earlier this week, while suggesting that the running back was trending toward being a game-time decision this weekend. If Murray is able to tough things out Sunday, he could be used in a limited role, but if he ends up inactive, David Fluellen would be in…read more

Trending toward game-time decision

Murray (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: Wyatt adds that coach Mike Mularkey noted Wednesday that Murray is likely to be a game-time decision for Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff against the Jaguars. Meanwhile, Jason Wolf of The Tennessean relays that Mularkey won't confirm reports that Murray is dealing with a third-degree tear of his MCL. "That's not what I was told. I'll leave it at that," said Mularkey. In any case, Murray's Week 17 status is uncertain and if he is out Sunday, or limited at all, Derrick Henry would be in line for an…read more

Revealed to have torn MCL

The Titans revealed that Murray (knee) has a third-degree MCL tear, though the running back is still optimistic he can play Sunday against the Jaguars, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: It isn't clear if this injury is in addition to Murray's LCL sprain that was first reported. Regardless, head coach Mike Mularkey stated Tuesday that Murray is considered day-to-day and the running back is still believed to have a chance at suiting up for Sunday's season finale.

Titans head coach Mike Mularkey said Tuesday that Murray (knee) is day-to-day and noted the tailback hasn't been ruled out for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Jaguars, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: Murray suffered a sprained LCL in the Week 16 loss to the Rams, with Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reporting Monday that the running back appeared unlikely to play in the finale. That may still be the case, but the Titans will presumably see if Murray can practice in any capacity this week before rendering a decision on that front. If the veteran is held out Week 17, second-year back Derrick Henry would likely command a heavy workload in a critical matchup that will determine the Titans' playoff…read more

Trending toward DNP in Week 17

Murray (knee) isn't expected to play Week 17 against the Jaguars, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: As the minutes wound down on Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Rams, Murray required assistance from the training staff to reach the sideline at the end of a two-yard run, his 15th and final one of the day. The initial examination revealed an apparent sprain of his LCL, per Adam Schefter of ESPN, but an MRI on Monday will reveal the extent of the damage. Because the Titans' thought process has reached the point of holding Murray out of the regular-season finale, the ground game may be entirely reliant…read more

Suffers knee injury Sunday

An initial exam on Murray's knee revealed an LCL sprain, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Murray -- who suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Rams -- has an MRI on tap Monday to confirm the diagnosis, but at this stage it looks like he'll probably be out next weekend, which would set the stage for Derrick Henry to head the Titans' rushing attack in the team's regular-season finale against the Jaguars.

MRI on tap for knee injury

Murray, who logged 15 carries for 48 yards and a TD and caught three passes for 11 yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Rams, has an MRI scheduled after suffering a knee injury in the contest, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: Coach Mike Mularkey indicated after the game that "it didn't look good" with regard to Murray's injury, so it looks like Derrick Henry could head the team's backfield in next weekend's regular-season finale against the Jaguars.

Murray carried 18 times for 59 yards and caught one pass for an additional four yards in Sunday's 25-23 loss to the 49ers.

Analysis: Murray tied his season high in carries against one of the worst run defenses in the NFL, but he responded with just 3.3 yards per carry and a long run of 11 yards. This poor performance was perhaps a microcosm of Murray's season, as he's received plenty of opportunities but has surpassed 59 rushing yards two times in 14 games. He'll go up against a beatable Rams run defense next week, but there's no guarantee that useful fantasy returns will follow.

Titans head coach Mike Mularkey said that Murray's performance in Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Cardinals reinforced his status as the lead back ahead of Derrick Henry, Jason Wolf of The Tennessean reports.

Analysis: Murray was held to 34 yards on 11 caries and 13 yards on two receptions (three targets), but Mularkey believes the veteran ran well against a tough defense. Henry was even less efficient in taking eight carries for 20 yards without a reception, though he at least found the end zone for a second straight game. The shocking difference came in the snap department, where Murray held a 47-13 edge. That kind of wide gap has been commonplace when the Titans can't establish the run or are forced to…read more

Murray carried 11 times for 34 yards and caught two of three targets for an additional 13 yards during Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Cardinals.

Analysis: Murray led the team in touches, but he managed just 3.1 yards per carry and couldn't generate much as a pass catcher against a stout Cardinals front. Derrick Henry also struggled to the tune of 2.5 yards per carry, but he registered a six-yard touchdown in the second quarter -- his second score in as many games. The two backs continue to limit one another's fantasy upside on a weekly basis, though both will have the opportunity to produce next week against a 49ers run defense that ranks near…read more

Murray rushed 11 times for 66 yards and caught both of his targets for 13 more yards in Sunday's 24-13 win over Houston.

Analysis: Murray's strong per-touch performance was overshadowed by a 75-yard Derrick Henry rushing touchdown to put this game away in the final minute. Each running back got 11 carries, but Murray's proficiency as a receiver out of the backfield continues to earn him a slight edge in overall touches. Both guys are worthy of lineup consideration every week, but each is struggling to maintain consistent value due to the other's presence.

No designation for Week 13

Murray was a full participant in Friday's practice and doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Texans.

Analysis: The illness limited Murray's participation in Thursday's session, but the running back assuaged any concerns about his health by logging every rep Friday. More worrisome than Murray's health has been his diminished effectiveness as a runner since the Titans' Week 8 bye, with the veteran managing just 80 yards on 43 carries (1.8 average) over the last four games. Despite Murray's poor efficiency, head coach Mike Mularkey indicated that the Titans will continue to lean on their "two starters"…read more

Murray (illness) was in attendance for the Titans' practice Friday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: It's not yet clear to what extent Murray was involved in Friday's practice, but his return to the field a day after sitting out with the illness suggests he'll be ready to go for Sunday's game against the Texans. While Murray remains the Titans' designated starting running back, head coach Mike Mularkey relayed that the team will continue to have a "two starters" mentality in the backfield, according to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, meaning that Derrick Henry's sizable role is unlikely to shrink…read more

Murray missed Thursday's practice with an illness, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Analysis: Murray should have enough time to recover from his illness in advance of Sunday's game against the Texans, though at this stage, he could end up being listed as questionable for the contest. A final word on his status heading into the weekend should be available following the Titans' practice Friday.

Murray rushed 12 times for nine yards and a touchdown while catching three of four targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Colts.

Analysis: Murray was outplayed by Derrick Henry (13 carries for 79 yards), but ended up having the stronger fantasy day. The veteran running back scored the go-ahead, one-yard touchdown with 5:59 left in the fourth quarter after his second-year counterpart did all the heavy lifting to put Tennessee in position to take the lead. Murray's four total touchdowns over the past three weeks have helped distract from the fact that he's managed only 61 rushing yards on 34 carries in that stretch.

Murray rushed eight times for 10 yards and brought in five of six targets for 37 yards in Thursday's 40-17 loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: Murray was thoroughly stymied on the ground but provided some measure of redemption through the air. The former Pro Bowler's numbers are down across the board this season, and he now has two games with no better than 2.1 yards per carry over his last three contests. He's only been over 4.0 yards per carry on three occasions this season, which came in Weeks 3-5. While he's averaged nearly three catches per game, it hasn't been enough to make up for the shortfall from a yardage standpoint, while…read more

Murray (knee) rushed 14 times for 42 yards and two touchdowns while catching all four of his targets for 30 yards and another touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Bengals.

Analysis: Murray punched the ball into the end zone from two yards out on his team's first drive and added a one-yard score in the second quarter. While he was mostly quiet in the second half, Murray came through when it mattered by putting his team ahead for good in the final minute with a seven-yard receiving score. Derrick Henry was actually more effective on the ground with 52 yards on 11 carries, but it's a positive development that coach Mike Mularkey opted to use Murray in close over his younger…read more

Murray (knee) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Jason Wolf of The Tennessean reports.

Analysis: Murray received treatment on his knee during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Ravens, and while he only had 41 yards on 11 touches, he managed to log 71 percent of the offensive snaps. The injury doesn't seem like a threat to his availability for Sunday's game against Cincinnati, but it does add to the list of nagging issues that have limited Murray's effectiveness this season. He'll continue to share work with Derrick Henry, who received double-digit touches in each of Tennessee's last three games.

Nursing knee injury

Murray's practice reps will be impacted by a knee injury this week, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.

Analysis: The knee concern is the latest in a battery of maladies to impact Murray this season. On Sunday against the Ravens, he actually required some treatment on his knee in the second quarter but still managed to pick up 71 percent of the offensive snaps (37 of 52) by the end of the game. Neither Murray nor backfield mate Derrick Henry accrued more than 41 yards from scrimmage, but the latter reached the end zone during the veteran's stretch on the sideline. Expect the upcoming maintenance to keep…read more

Murray (shoulder) rushed nine times for 19 yards while catching both his targets for 22 more in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Ravens.

Analysis: Murray exited briefly in the second quarter after hurting his knee, during which time Derrick Henry converted a one-yard touchdown. Henry rushed for seven more yards than Murray on his eight carries, as the pair appear to be trending toward more of an even timeshare. The 29-year-old veteran is the more explosive of the two backs, but it's tough to depend on Murray for a full starter's workload given his frailty.