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Titans score pivotal TD on blocked punt in comeback over Colts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:13 PM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Titans score pivotal TD on blocked punt in comeback over Colts

Summary

Oluwafemi Oladejo's 14-yard return of a blocked punt contributed significantly to the Tennessee Titans' 26-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on October 18. The Titans overcame a 13-point deficit at halftime to secure their first win of the 2026 season, ending a seven-game losing streak. Key plays included a block by Julius Chestnut and a call by linebacker James Williams Sr. that facilitated the momentum shift. Titans coach Robert Saleh praised the special teams for their impact after earlier struggles. With this win, the Titans improved to 1-5, while the Colts fell to 2-4.

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Status Watch

•Titans trailed 13-0 at halftime but rallied to win 26-20.
•Oluwafemi Oladejo scored the touchdown on a blocked punt.
•Tennessee snapped an 11-game division losing streak.
•The Titans now hold a 1-1 record in AFC South play.
•Next up, the Titans will look to build on this momentum.

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11:13 PMYahoo Sports — Unpacking Tennessee Titans punt block for TD that keyed win over Colts

What they're saying

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Oluwafemi Oladejo's punt block return for a TD was arguably the Tennessee Titans' biggest play in their win over the Indianapolis Colts. Here's how it happened.
— Yahoo Sports

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