Recap
3 min read

Tennessee Titans Narrowly Defeated at GEHA Field by Kansas City Chiefs

In a closely contested battle at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, the Tennessee Titans' efforts fell just short against the Kansas City Chiefs, culminating in a 17-20 scoreline. The Titans now stand with a 7-10 record for the season, while the Chiefs advance to an impressive 14-3.


Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (8) takes a break during warmups before their NFL football game against the Houston Texans Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

The game was marked by staunch defensive plays from both sides. The Tennessee Titans' defense managed to sack the opposing quarterback four times for a loss of 24 yards and recorded an interception that was returned for four yards. They also forced two three-and-outs, showcasing their ability to halt drives and apply pressure when needed.


On offense, the Titans' ground game proved effective as they amassed 172 rushing yards over 29 attempts, averaging nearly six yards per carry. This effort was highlighted by a long run of 56 yards and included two rushing touchdowns that contributed directly to their point tally. Despite these bursts on the ground, their passing game struggled with only five completions on sixteen attempts for a total of eighty passing yards.


Special teams played its part too; punting was frequent but efficient with eight punts totaling 390 yards and two landing inside the twenty-yard line. The field goal unit had a perfect day with one successful attempt from forty-four yards out.


The Kansas City Chiefs maintained composure throughout this defensive slugfest. Their offense managed enough scoring drives to edge out ahead of the Titans despite strong resistance from Tennessee's defense.


Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another opportunity for redemption as the Tennessee Titans are set to host their next game against Denver Broncos at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on November 13th at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. This upcoming matchup will be broadcasted live on CBS where fans can tune in for all the action directly from Music City.

Rate the article

Related stories

Tennessee Titans Edge Out New England Patriots in a Close Contest at Nissan Stadium
Recap

Tennessee Titans Edge Out New England Patriots in a Close Contest at Nissan Stadium

3 min read
Tennessee Titans Overpowered by Detroit Lions in High-Scoring Affair
Recap

Tennessee Titans Overpowered by Detroit Lions in High-Scoring Affair

2 min read
Can Tennessee Titans Turn the Tide After a Tough Outing Against Buffalo Bills?
Recap

Can Tennessee Titans Turn the Tide After a Tough Outing Against Buffalo Bills?

3 min read