Tennessee Titans host New York Jets for Week 1 season opener
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Last updated Sep 10, 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.
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Tennessee Titans vs. New York Jets: 3 key matchups for Week 1
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Tennessee Titans vs. New York Jets: 5 storylines to watch
"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.
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External links- 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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