Titans struggle in second half against Jets in season opener
Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:49 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Tennessee Titans faced the New York Jets on September 11, 2026, in an NFL season opener. The Titans entered halftime only one score down but faltered in the second half, as noted by head coach Robert Saleh. Offensive struggles underpinned their decline, raising concerns among fans and analysts. The Titans aim to address these issues ahead of their next matchup.
- •Titans are 0-1 after the loss to the Jets.
- •Tennessee was only one score behind at halftime.
- •Offensive stagnation was a significant issue.
- •Coach Saleh expressed surprise at the team's second-half performance.
- •Next game presents an opportunity to rebound.
- 5:49 PMSports Illustrated — Even Robert Saleh Was Shocked by Lifeless Second Half vs. Jets — Where Titans Really Went Wrong - Sports Illustrated
"Robert Saleh was as shocked as Titans fans when Tennessee fell apart in the second half of their opener, as one specific shortcoming tore the team down.
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