Titans face Texans needing strong performances from key players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Tennessee Titans (0-4) face the Houston Texans (0-4) in Week 5 of the NFL season. Both teams are winless, increasing the stakes for this matchup. Key players for the Titans include rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate, who had a breakout game last week with nine receptions for 145 yards. Offensive tackle Dan Moore Jr. will need to protect quarterback Cam Ward against a formidable Texans pass rush. Additionally, cornerback Alontae Taylor is poised to challenge Texans receiver Nico Collins, who has emerged as a top target for quarterback C.J. Stroud.
- •Titans and Texans both enter the game winless at 0-4.
- •Carnell Tate is coming off a strong performance in Week 4.
- •Dan Moore Jr. will face a tough Texans defensive line.
- •Alontae Taylor likely to cover top receiver Nico Collins.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Titans who will be tested vs. Texans in Week 5
"The Tennessee Titans will need big performances from three players versus the Houston Texans in Week 5
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