NASHVILLE, Tenn. – First game. Check.
First start. Check.
First tackle. Check.
Titans rookie linebacker Rashaan Evans continues to check off boxes in his first NFL season.
The first-round pick's progress was slowed early because of a hamstring injury, but he's making strides and working his way into a position to help the team more moving forward.
Evans started Sunday's game against the Jaguars, and finished with a tackle. He played 18 snaps on defense, and three more on special teams. It was a jump from the previous week, when he played just one snap on special teams in a win over Houston. Evans was inactive for Week One because of a hamstring injury that's slowed him since early in training camp.
"It felt good, man," Evans said after the game. "They are still working me in, but everything went good. I was able to get my first NFL reps, just get a feel for my first NFL game, and the speed. And I think everything went good.
"It was amazing to be able to get a part of such a big win, and for me to be able to be there, it felt great."
Titans coach Mike Vrabel has said the team is being patient with Evans as he gets up to speed mentally after missing so many practices.
The Titans are afforded patience because of others playing well at the position, including veteran Wesley Woodyard and second-year pro Jayon Brown. Woodyard leads the team in tackles with 35, while Brown is fourth with 16.
Vrabel said Evans is making progress.
The Titans face the Eagles on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.
"There was some good things. There was some things that he needs to improve on," Vrabel said of Evans. "Still, his availability and being out there, he made a couple nice plays. Just have to continue to get better and improve. Again, that was his first game, really, defensively.
"(Inside linebackers coach) Tyrone (McKenzie) made a good point, he said it's really like his first preseason game just looking at the grand scheme of things. So, continue to improve, continue to give him things that he can handle and understand, and build a role for him."
Take a look at the best photos from Tennessee's 9-6 victory at Jacksonville on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018 at TIAA Bank Field. (Photos: Donn Jones, AP)
Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith, left, trips up Tennessee Titans quarterback Blaine Gabbert (7) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans tight end Luke Stocker (88) runs after a reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota looks for a receiver against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) jumps over the tackle of Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) during the first half of an NFL football game , Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dante Fowler (56) tackles Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
El quarterback Marcus Mariota de los Titans de Tennessee Titans busca hacer un pase ante los Jaguars de Jacksonville, el domingo 23 de septiembre de 2018. (AP Foto/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, left, scrambles away from Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Tyler Patmon, right, during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, right, leaps over Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) to avoid a tackle during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota answers a question from a reporter during a post-game news conference after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Titans won 9-6. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) passes the ball under pressure during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota answers a question from a reporter during a post-game news conference after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Titans won 9-6. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Blaine Gabbert (7) is checked by the Titans medical staff after being sacked during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. Gabbert was taken off the field and did not return for the rest of the game. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota arrives for a post-game news conference after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Titans won 9-6. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota reacts to a question from a reporter during a post-game news conference after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Titans won 9-6. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, center, hugs an assistant coach at the end of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dante Fowler (56) tackles Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) calls a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (12) is stopped by Tennessee Titans defensive backs Kenny Vaccaro, left, and Logan Ryan after a reception during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) scrambles against the Jacksonville Jaguars defense during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota looks for a receiver against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
The Tennessee Titans snap the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars running back T.J. Yeldon (24) is upended by Tennessee Titans linebacker Jayon Brown (55) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
The Tennessee Titans prepare to snap the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis (84) runs after a reception before he is tackled by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Barry Church during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) is sacked by Tennessee Titans linebacker Wesley Woodyard during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis (84) runs after a reception before he is tackled by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Barry Churchduring the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Calais Campbell (93) sacks Tennessee Titans quarterback Blaine Gabbert (7) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. Gabbert was injured on the play and did not return for the rest of the game. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans kicker Ryan Succop points upward after kicking the go-ahead field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Darius Jennings (15) catches a pass while being defended by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars center Brandon Linder, center, listens for the snap count from Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel answers a question during a post-game news conference after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Titans won 9-6. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans kicker Ryan Succop (4) kicks a field goal during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Donte Moncrief (10) laterals the ball to a teammate past Tennessee Titans linebacker Wesley Woodyard (59) during the final moments of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans' Brett Kern, left, applauds teammate kicker Ryan Succop, center, after Succop made a go-ahead field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans tight end Luke Stocker (88) slips away from Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith (50) after a reception during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans tight end Luke Stocker (88) and offensive tackle Tyler Marz (69) congratulate kicker Ryan Succop (4) after he made a go-ahead field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans kicker Ryan Succop (4) celebrates a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars with punter Brett Kern (6) and offensive tackle Taylor Lewan, right, during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) is sacked by Tennessee Titans linebacker Wesley Woodyard during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis, right, runs past Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) after a reception during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis, right, runs past Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye after a reception during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Tyler Patmon (23) confronts Tennessee Titans offensive tackle Taylor Lewan (77) after a play during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk, left, and general manager Jon Robinson, center, watch warmups from the sideline before an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans kicker Ryan Succop (4) kicks a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) leaps over Jacksonville Jaguars defense during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole (84) runs the ball against Tennessee Titans defensive back Kenny Vaccaro (24) during the first half of an NFL football game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Corey Grant (30) is upended by Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) after a short gain during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Calais Campbell (93) rushes Tennessee Titans quarterback Blaine Gabbert, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) pass the ball while being rushed by Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jurrell Casey (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Blaine Gabbert (7) is escorted off the field after being injured on a play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Taywan Taylor, left, makes a reception as he is guarded by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans, left, line up for a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Taywan Taylor (13) is tackled by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) during the first half of an NFL football game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans linebacker Harold Landry (58) blocks Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Leon Jacobs, right, on a punt play during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole (84) misses a pass as he is defended by Tennessee Titans cornerback LeShaun Sims (36) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars, right, line up against the Tennessee Titans for a play during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Officials break up an argument between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
A Tennessee Titans fan cheers during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) calls play in the huddle during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles, left, prepares to throw a pass as he is pressured by Tennessee Titans defensive tackle DaQuan Jones, right, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans running back Dion Lewis runs against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Corey Grant (30) is upended by Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) after a short gain during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel directs his team against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk watches her team warm up before the start of an NFL football game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, left, calls a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars at the line of scrimmage during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (12) is stopped by Tennessee Titans defensive back Kenny Vaccaro, left, and defensive back Logan Ryan after a reception, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, right, leaps over Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) to avoid a tackle during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel directs his team against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel directs his team against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) looks for a receiver as he is pressured by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dante Fowler (56) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota looks for a receiver against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel directs his team against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel, far right, stands with players during the national anthem before first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) scrambles as Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Tashaun Gipson (39) rushes past Tennessee Titans tight end Luke Stocker (88) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota looks for a receiver against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, right, leaps over Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye (21) to avoid a tackle during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans holder Brett Kern (6) congratulates kicker Ryan Succop after a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel directs his team against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota looks for a receiver during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Jermey Parnell, left, and offensive guard Chris Reed, right, block Tennessee Titans defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (90) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Officials break up an argument between the Jacksonville Jaguars, right, and the Tennessee Titans, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Taywan Taylor, right, makes a reception in front of Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back A.J. Bouye during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk watches her team warm up before the start of an NFL football game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) throws a pass over Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jurrell Casey (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
The Jacksonville Jaguars, left, line up for a play against the Tennessee Titans during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
