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Jeffery Simmons Delivers Rare Sack–Fumble–TD Catch in Titans’ Loss to 49ers

The defensive tackle’s sack–fumble–TD catch sequence underscored his value on a 2-12 team prioritizing development.

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Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (98) in the first half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Dec 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (98) reacts after sacking Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (not pictured) during the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Overview

  • San Francisco beat Tennessee 37-24 on Sunday in Santa Clara, dropping the Titans to 2-12 in Week 15.
  • Jeffery Simmons forced a fumble by beating a one-on-one block and hitting Brock Purdy, with Kaiir Elam recovering.
  • Simmons was credited with his career-high ninth sack of the season on the play along with his second forced fumble.
  • After a Van Jefferson completion to the 1-yard line, Simmons checked in on offense and caught a scramble-drill touchdown from rookie Cam Ward.
  • The performance marked only the sixth recorded game with a sack, a forced fumble and a TD catch, drawing comparisons to feats by J.J. Watt as interim coach Mike McCoy praised Simmons’ leadership.