Titans fall to Jets 23-10 in Robert Saleh's debut as head coach

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Titans fall to Jets 23-10 in Robert Saleh's debut as head coach
Summary

The Tennessee Titans began the 2026 NFL season with a 23-10 loss to the New York Jets at Nissan Stadium. The defeat marked a continuation of struggles from previous seasons, with the Titans outgained by 172 yards and unable to muster significant offensive production. Guard Peter Skoronski noted the disappointing similarities to past performances despite signs of potential improvement. Coach Robert Saleh's conservative decision-making was criticized, and the team faced boos from the crowd as they struggled throughout the game. The Titans now look to regroup as they face their next opponent in Week 2.

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  • Titans lost 23-10 to Jets in season opener on September 10.
  • Tennessee's offense struggled with no explosive plays and multiple three-and-outs.
  • Saleh's conservative decisions drew fan criticism during the game.
  • Tennessee has a 0-1 record under new head coach Robert Saleh.
  • Next up, the Titans prepare for Week 2 as they seek improvements.
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  • 10:38 PMYahoo SportsRobert Saleh's Tennessee Titans start looks awfully similar to Titans of old
What they're saying
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Are these the same old Tennessee Titans back for 2026? It's tough to avoid that feeling after an ugly loss to start the 2026 season vs the Jets.

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