Titans struggle again, suffer 26-3 loss to Texans in Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
The Tennessee Titans faced the Houston Texans on October 12, 2026, suffering a 26-3 defeat. Coach Robert Saleh's hopes for progress were dashed as the offense generated only 187 total yards. Quarterback Cam Ward struggled, with just 170 passing yards and an interception. Rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate had limited involvement, tallying only one catch for six yards. The Titans remain winless this season and will need to reassess their offensive approach ahead of their next game against the Indianapolis Colts.
- •Titans lose 26-3 to Texans in Week 5.
- •Offense managed only 187 total yards.
- •Cam Ward recorded 170 passing yards and one interception.
- •Carnell Tate caught one pass for six yards.
- •Titans aim to regroup before matchup with Colts.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Progress Stopped: Titans’ Latest Defeat Offers Few Positives
"For weeks, Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh has preached progress, pointing to improvements in the team's execution and understanding of the system. However, the Titans' latest defeat, a 26-3 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday, leaves little evidence that the team is moving in the right direction.
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