{
  "id": 15560296,
  "title": "Titans’ Carnell Tate opens up on emotional tribute to late mother after TD vs. Colts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/titans-carnell-tate-opens-up-on-emotional-tribute-to-late-mother",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-19T04:40:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/titans-carnell-tate-opens-emotional-044050665.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a thrilling Week 6 victory, the Tennessee Titans secured their first win of the season against the Indianapolis Colts. Wide receiver Carnell Tate played a pivotal role in the triumph, contributing 70 yards and a touchdown in a close 26-20 win.\n\nThe emotional highlight of the game occurred when Tate paid tribute to his late mother, Ashley Griggs, who was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting in Chicago in 2023. As he scored the touchdown, Tate blew a kiss to his mother in honor of her memory. Tate shared his feelings about the tribute in postgame comments to ESPN’s NFL Nation, stating, \"It felt good…I’ve been doing that at the collegiate level, it finally feels good to do it at the NFL level.\"\n\nThe Titans' defensive unit was equally impressive, swarming Colts quarterback Daniel Jones and sacking him six times. Head coach Robert Saleh led his team to their first win of the season, finishing with 102 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The Titans' defense continued to dominate, as they swarmed Jones and limited his effectiveness, contributing to the team's 26-20 victory.\n\nLooking ahead, the Titans have a home game against the Cleveland Browns on October 25. The Browns have a 4-2 record, but their recent performances have been lackluster, with most games ending in close victories. If Titans quarterback Cam Ward and wide receiver Carnell Tate can maintain their strong performances, the Titans may experience another big win in the upcoming week.",
  "summary": "Coach Robert Saleh’s Tennessee Titans got their first win of the season in Week 6 as they beat the Colts on a rough day from Cam Ward . Ward was helped out in the passing game by young wide receiver Carnell Tate, who had 70 yards and a touchdown in a 26-20 win. Tate blew a kiss to his late mother, Ashley Griggs, who was tragically killed in a […] The post Titans’ Carnell Tate opens up on…",
  "key_points": [
    "Titans defeat Colts 26-20 in Week 6, securing first win of season",
    "Wide receiver Carnell Tate pays tribute to late mother Ashley Griggs",
    "Defensive unit sacks Colts QB Daniel Jones six times"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Tate’s touchdown and emotional tribute signal a personal milestone as he brings long-standing collegiate traditions into the professional arena during the Titans' first victory of the season.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}