Safety Amani Hooker highlighted the defense's focus on self-improvement, emphasizing the need to concentrate on their own performance as the season winds down. Despite injuries affecting the team, Hooker contributed to a strong defensive showing, including two interceptions, which helped the Titans win the turnover battle.

Amani Hooker was sidelined due to an illness, having been added to the injury report just before the game. He leads the Titans with three interceptions this season and his absence was felt on the field.

Amani Hooker is out for the game, which has led to Daryl Worley stepping into a safety role alongside Mike Brown. With Hooker unavailable, Julius Wood is entering the game to help fill the gap in the secondary.

Amani Hooker struggled to track down a deep ball from Darnold in the third quarter, illustrating the challenges the Titans' defense faced against the Vikings' passing game. His inability to make a play on that throw highlighted the pressure Darnold was able to create, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Vikings' offense on that day.

Amani Hooker has been a standout for the Titans' defense, contributing all three of the team's interceptions this season. Despite the Titans' struggles on offense, their defense remains formidable, leading the NFL in fewest yards and passing yards allowed per game. Hooker's performance is crucial as the Titans look to bolster their defensive efforts against the Vikings.