Cam Ward's performance raises concerns for Titans in preseason opener

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Cam Ward's performance raises concerns for Titans in preseason opener
Summary

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward struggled during his team's preseason opener against the San Francisco 49ers on August 13 in Santa Clara, California. Ward led a successful touchdown drive early but faced difficulties afterward, leading to stalled possessions. He completed 5-of-12 passes for 57 yards and rushed for 2 yards. Key plays included an intentional grounding penalty and a near interception. Ward's performance was mixed, showcasing both promising and troubling aspects. The Titans will look to address these issues in their upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks.

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By the Numbers
  • •Ward opened the game with an 11-play, 95-yard touchdown drive.
  • •He faced criticism for missing easy throws and poor footwork.
  • •Intentional grounding penalty stalled a crucial drive.
  • •The Titans' offense only generated two punts after the touchdown.
  • •Next up, the Titans will play against the Seattle Seahawks.
Latest Updates
  • 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Is Cam Ward's preseason opener performance a cause for concern?
  • 4:28 AMYahoo Sports — Cam Ward has work to do to get a shaky Titans passing offense on track | Estes
  • 3:02 AMYahoo Sports — Cam Ward struggles in Titans preseason opener
  • 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — Cam Ward, Titans offense have a lot to work on after uneven preseason debut
What they're saying
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Lucky for Cam Ward, this was just a preseason game. Because the Titans' passing offense still isn't sharp enough.

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Cam Ward had some good and some bad in the Tennessee Titans' NFL preseason game opener against the 49ers.

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Things didn't go well for the second-year Titans QB on Thursday.

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