Report: Titans RB Chris Johnson's grandmother died Sunday morning

Titans running back Chris Johnson's season has gotten off to a rough start. He managed only four yards on 11 carries in last Sunday's loss to the Patriots. Now, according to this tweet from former Jaguars wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker, Johnson will be playing with a heavy heart when Tennessee faces San Diego this afternoon.

By Ryan Wilson

Sep 16, 2012 at 11:29 am ET • 1 min read

Chris Johnson averaged 0.36 yards per carry in Week 1. (US Presswire)

Titans running back Chris Johnson's season has gotten off to a rough start. He gained just four rushing yards on 11 carries in last Sunday's loss to the Patriots. This Sunday, according to this tweet from former Jaguars wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker, Johnson will be playing with a heavy heart when Tennessee faces San Diego.

PSA: I need everyone of to say a prayer for @chrisjohnson28 he lost his grandmother a few min ago and has to find a way to play today!! RT
— MIKE SIMS-WALKER (@MikeSimsWalker) September 16, 2012

In addition to Johnson, the Titans have running backs Javon Ringer, Jamie Harper and Darius Reynaud on the 53-man roster.

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