Titans' Alontae Taylor struggles as secondary faces scrutiny
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 10:08 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Tennessee Titans cornerback Alontae Taylor is under pressure following a disappointing performance through five games this season. ESPN had projected Taylor would allow at least 1.4 yards per coverage snap, a figure he matches, indicating issues in the Titans’ secondary amid a winless 0-5 start. The team signed Taylor in hopes of solidifying its defensive lineup after injuries impacted performance last season. Taylor needs to increase his coverage effectiveness to help the Titans secure their first victory of the season.
- •Taylor joined the Titans on a three-year, $58 million contract.
- •His current performance matches ESPN's preseason prediction.
- •The Titans remain winless at 0-5 this season.
- •Taylor is expected to improve to enhance team competitiveness.
- •The Titans aimed to strengthen their secondary with Taylor's addition.
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Titans' CB Alontae Taylor is proving ESPN's bold prediction right
"ESPN's preseason prediction about Titans CB Alontae Taylor is looking accurate after five games, raising concerns about Tennessee's secondary.
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