Tennessee Titans host New York Jets for Week 1 season opener
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Last updated Sep 12, 2026
The Tennessee Titans face the New York Jets at Nissan Stadium this Sunday at noon CST for the opening game of the 2026 NFL season. Both franchises enter the matchup seeking to improve on identical 3-14 records from the previous campaign. Tennessee head coach Robert Saleh makes his debut against the organization he led from 2021 through 2024. The game features significant roster turnover for both sides, including several former Jets players now wearing Titans uniforms. Linebacker Cedric Gray remains in concussion protocol for Tennessee, while Jets running back Breece Hall is trending toward playing despite a training camp groin injury. The Titans will also induct former running back Chris Johnson into the Ring of Honor during halftime.
- •The Titans and Jets both finished the 2025 season with 3-14 records.
- •Robert Saleh coaches his first game for the Titans against his former team.
- •Tennessee plans to honor former running back Chris Johnson at halftime.
- •Cedric Gray remains in concussion protocol while Breece Hall is listed as a full participant in practice.
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"The New York Jets and Tennessee Titans will open their 2026 seasons Sunday afternoon at Nissan Stadium, with both teams looking to put disappointing 2025 seasons behind them. Both teams finished 3-14 last season, making this matchup an important opportunity for two franchises hoping to turn things around. The game also features plenty of familiar…
"The Titans' week one matchup against the Jets features three key matchups, including Cam Ward vs. their revamped secondary and more.
"Robert Saleh faces his former team as the Tennessee Titans host the New York Jets in a pivotal Week 1 matchup to start the season.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 11:47 AMTennessee Titans vs. New York Jets: Week 1 staff picks and predictions
The Titans Wire staff offer their picks and predictions ahead of a Week 1 game between the Tennessee Titans and New York Jets.
- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 9:07 AMTitans vs. Jets: 6 keys to victory in Week 1
There are six keys to the Tennessee Titans getting a victory over the New York Jets in Week 1.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 8:25 PMJets vs. Titans Week 1 Preview: Old Faces, New Eras Collide
The New York Jets and Tennessee Titans will open their 2026 seasons Sunday afternoon at Nissan Stadium, with both teams looking to put disappointing 2025 seasons behind them. Both teams finished 3-14 last season, making this matchup an important opportunity for two franchises hoping to turn things around. The game also features plenty of familiar…
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 6:08 PMJets at Titans: 3 key matchups to watch in Week 1
Here are 3 key matchups to watch during Week 1's Jets at Titans game.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 6:00 PMNew York Jets vs Tennessee Titans: Predictions for the season opener
Let’s make some predictions for Sunday!
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 10:08 AMTennessee Titans vs. New York Jets: 3 key matchups for Week 1
The Titans' week one matchup against the Jets features three key matchups, including Cam Ward vs. their revamped secondary and more.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 9:10 AMTennessee Titans vs. New York Jets: 5 storylines to watch
Robert Saleh faces his former team as the Tennessee Titans host the New York Jets in a pivotal Week 1 matchup to start the season.
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