Tennessee Titans Tackled by Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Season Opener
The Tennessee Titans faced a challenging start to the season with a 10-23 loss against the Baltimore Ravens. The Titans now stand at 0-1, while the Ravens take an early lead in their campaign with a 1-0 record.
In front of a crowd of over 64,000 at M&T Bank Stadium, the Tennessee Titans struggled to find their rhythm against a formidable Baltimore defense. Despite putting up 299 total yards and achieving 15 first downs, turnovers proved costly for the Titans. The team's passing game was hindered by two interceptions and only managed an average of about six yards per attempt. Quarterback pressure resulted in two sacks and nine lost yards for Tennessee.
On the ground, however, there were signs of life as the team rushed for 103 yards across 22 attempts, averaging nearly five yards per carry. This effort was highlighted by a seven-yard touchdown run which marked the sole visit to the end zone for Tennessee during this matchup.
Special teams had mixed results; while punting performance was strong with an average net yardage close to 47 on five attempts and three punts landing inside the twenty-yard line, kickoff returns averaged nearly twenty-seven yards over four returns but failed to significantly shift field position in favor of Tennessee.
Defensively, Tennessee showed tenacity with three sacks totaling nine lost yards for Baltimore and six quarterback hits. They also forced one fumble which they recovered but could not capitalize on this turnover opportunity.
The efficiency statistics tell part of today's story: red zone success stood at thirty-three percent with only one success out of three attempts; third down conversions were more successful at forty-two percent but still left room for improvement.
Looking ahead after today's game against Baltimore Ravens, fans can anticipate seeing how their team will regroup as they prepare to host Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. This upcoming match is scheduled for August 20th and will be broadcasted on NFL Network starting from seven o'clock Eastern Time. Fans are encouraged to tune in as Tennessee seeks its first win of this preseason period on home turf.