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Titans Week 8 Stock Report: Jacob Martin, Amani Hooker Among 4 Surging in 43-36 OT Loss

Titans Week 8 Stock Report: Jacob Martin, Amani Hooker Among 4 Surging in 43-36 OT Loss

Jacob Martin and Amani Hooker gave the Titans’ defense its best day in the first game after the Jeffery Simmons trade. Tennessee still left Paycor Stadium with a 43-36 overtime loss and a 1-7 record.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 2
Cam Ward gives Titans a real reason to believe after going toe-to-toe with Joe Burrow in overtime loss to Bengals

Cam Ward gives Titans a real reason to believe after going toe-to-toe with Joe Burrow in overtime loss to Bengals

Cam Ward and the Titans still lost, but the bye week arrives after a shootout in Cincinnati that delivered something this team hasn’t produced all season.

Tennessee Titans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2
Titans’ Cam Ward reveals how Jeffery Simmons trade is affecting his leadership

Titans’ Cam Ward reveals how Jeffery Simmons trade is affecting his leadership

When the Tennessee Titans traded star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears, it sent shockwaves through the franchise. Trading away an all-pro defensive linchpin can derail a locker room, but rookie quarterback Cam Ward embraced the moment, recognizing that the roster needed a new, unifying voice.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / November 1
Titans' Trade Stock Hits a New High With Multiple Players After Loss to Bengals in Week 8

Titans' Trade Stock Hits a New High With Multiple Players After Loss to Bengals in Week 8

The Tennessee Titans dropped another close game, losing 43-36 to the Cincinnati Bengals in an overtime thriller. The Titans are now 1-5 in one-score games this season, and 1-7 on the year.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

The 'Most 10-rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz
Tony Pollard News / Athlon Sports / November 1
How Did Tony Pollard Do? Titans Back Gave Contenders a Lot More to Want Before the Deadline

How Did Tony Pollard Do? Titans Back Gave Contenders a Lot More to Want Before the Deadline

Tony Pollard had one last chance to show contenders what he can do before the Tennessee Titans go on their bye and the Nov. 10 trade deadline passes, and he made the most of it in Cincinnati.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Jeffery Simmons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1
Titans’ AFC South rival called about Jeffery Simmons trade before Bears blockbuster

Titans’ AFC South rival called about Jeffery Simmons trade before Bears blockbuster

The Chicago Bears’ blockbuster trade for Jeffery Simmons have made them immediate Super Bowl contenders, combining him with Grady Jarrett to create one of the league’s most formidable interior defensive line combinations.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / November 1
Robert Saleh Postgame: 1 Offensive Tendency That Fueled Cam Ward's Career Game Despite Loss to Bengals

Robert Saleh Postgame: 1 Offensive Tendency That Fueled Cam Ward's Career Game Despite Loss to Bengals

No Tennessee Titans fan is going to feel "good" after a loss. At the same time, at a certain point in the middle of a 1-7 campaign, you have to be happy about signs of progress that are geared toward a team's future.

Tennessee Titans News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Amani Hooker, Cam Ward Among 2 Winners and 3 Losers in Titans' 43-36 OT Loss to Bengals

Amani Hooker, Cam Ward Among 2 Winners and 3 Losers in Titans' 43-36 OT Loss to Bengals

Zero NFL experts picked the Tennessee Titans to win in Cincinnati, and they came within one overtime possession of proving everyone wrong. Cam Ward and Amani Hooker had huge days, but Joe Burrow’s 9-yard touchdown run in overtime gave the Bengals a 43-36 win and dropped Tennessee to 1-7.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / November 1
Titans Fall to Bengals in Overtime Thriller: 3 Major Takeaways From the Painful Defeat

Titans Fall to Bengals in Overtime Thriller: 3 Major Takeaways From the Painful Defeat

The Tennessee Titans entered today coming off a heartbreaking, last-second defeat at the hands of the Cleveland Browns last week. The Titans blew that game after jumping out to a dominant 14-0 start, fueled by a breakout run from Tony Pollard.

NFL News / Tennessee Titans on SI / November 1
How New-Look Titans Can Build on Promising First Half and Upset Bengals

How New-Look Titans Can Build on Promising First Half and Upset Bengals

The Tennessee Titans are in a competitive game with the Cincinnati Bengals through one half, as the team trails the Bengals 14-13, but has shown plenty of promise on both sides of the ball.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2
Report details how Garrett trade was 'nucleus' for Simmons deal

Report details how Bears, Titans used Myles Garrett trade as 'nucleus' for Jeffery Simmons deal

The Chicago Bears and Tennessee Titans used another blockbuster trade as a template for the Simmons deal.

Seahawks' Zach Charbonnet expected to make season debut against Bears
Bears' Caleb Williams has been waiting for a test like the Seahawks
The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Tennessee Titans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1
Is Titans’ Calvin Ridley playing vs. Bengals as trade rumors swirl around him after Jeffery Simmons blockbuster?

Is Titans’ Calvin Ridley playing vs. Bengals as trade rumors swirl around him after Jeffery Simmons blockbuster?

Following the blockbuster trade that sent star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears, analysts like Ari Meirov have raised serious questions about whether the Tennessee Titans should fully commit to a roster rebuild ahead of the November 10 trade deadline.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Here's What Should Scare the Tennessee Titans About the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 8

Here's What Should Scare the Tennessee Titans About the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 8

Gus Bradley spent the week figuring out how to rush the passer without his best player. “If you’re not doing it with four, you got to look at other creative ways to do it,” the Tennessee Titans’ defensive coordinator said, per Local 12, a day after Jeffery Simmons was traded to Chicago.

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz
 The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
 The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
 The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
Tony Pollard News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Tony Pollard vs. Bengals Week 8: Four Expectations for Titans RB

Tony Pollard vs. Bengals Week 8: Four Expectations for Titans RB

Tony Pollard gave Nashville something to cheer about last Sunday, even in a loss. The Tennessee Titans running back ran for 129 yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries against Cleveland, and he topped the winners list from a 27-24 defeat.

Carnell Tate News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Should You Start Wan'Dale Robinson Against the Bengals With Carnell Tate Out in Week 8?

Should You Start Wan'Dale Robinson Against the Bengals With Carnell Tate Out in Week 8?

Somebody has to catch passes from Cam Ward on Sunday, and Wan’Dale Robinson is first in line. With Carnell Tate ruled out with a shoulder injury, the Tennessee Titans head to Cincinnati without the rookie who leads the team in targets, and fantasy managers from Murfreesboro to Clarksville want to know whether Robinson belongs in their lineups.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / November 1
Titans' Road Duel vs. Bengals: 2 Ways Tennessee Can Spark Hope... Even in a Loss

Titans' Road Duel vs. Bengals: 2 Ways Tennessee Can Spark Hope... Even in a Loss

We'll say it over and over again: Moral victories don't count for much. At the same time, the Tennessee Titans have counted few actual victories this season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Zero NFL Experts Are Picking the Titans in Cincinnati, and Pete Prisco Sees a 26-Point Rout

Zero NFL Experts Are Picking the Titans in Cincinnati, and Pete Prisco Sees a 26-Point Rout

Titans fans won’t find much company in the national picks this week. Across NFL.com, ESPN, CBS Sports and Sports Illustrated, 17 analysts picked Sunday’s game in Cincinnati straight up, and all 17 took the Bengals over a Tennessee Titans team that just traded Jeffery Simmons to Chicago.

Calvin Ridley News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 31
Titans Could Deal Veteran WR Calvin Ridley

Titans Could Deal Veteran WR Calvin Ridley

Tom Pelissero reports that the Titans are more likely to deal veteran WR Calvin Ridley than RB Tony Pollard ahead of the deadline. Ridley, 31, is a former first-round pick of the Falcons back in 2018 out of Alabama.

Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 31
Multiple Teams Interested In Titans RB Tony Pollard

Multiple Teams Interested In Titans RB Tony Pollard

Tom Pelissero reports that multiple teams have interest in trading for Titans RB Tony Pollard, yet the team remains hesitant to move the veteran running back.

Tennessee Titans News / Pro Football Rumors / October 30
Teams Calling Titans On Tony Pollard, Calvin Ridley; Latest On Tennessee Trade Outlook

Teams Calling Titans On Tony Pollard, Calvin Ridley; Latest On Tennessee Trade Outlook

The Titans cashed in their top trade chip Thursday, sending Jeffery Simmons to the Bears for a package headlined by two first-round picks. Although the team was not planning to trade Simmons, signing off on such a deal certainly means the rebuilding club is open for business.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 30
Ted Karras relieved after avoiding Jeffrey Simmons matchup

'He's been dangerous forever': Bengals' Ted Karras relieved after Jeffrey Simmons trade

The ripple effects of the Chicago Bears' blockbuster trade for Jeffery Simmons were felt almost immediately across the NFL.

Bears' landmark Jeffery Simmons trade highlights NFL's shifting priorities
Bears have declared their Super Bowl window open with Jeffery Simmons acquisition
Bears’ Jeffery Simmons trade reportedly came together overnight
ESPN reporter predicts if Titans could use Jeffery Simmons trade to replace Cam Ward
The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz
Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 30
Titans Rule Out Three For Week 8, Including WR Carnell Tate

Titans Rule Out Three For Week 8, Including WR Carnell Tate

The Tennessee Titans officially ruled out WR Carnell Tate, RB Tyjae Spears, and P Tommy Townsend for Week 8 against the Bengals, per Jim Wyatt of the team’s site.  It’s a tough break for Tennessee’s offense, as they’ll be without their top receiver and primary backup running back.  Tate, 21, was a five-star recruit and ranked as the No.

Tennessee Titans News / Yardbarker / October 29
After trading Jeffery Simmons, Titans must capitalize on new draft capital

After trading Jeffery Simmons, Titans must capitalize on new draft capital

On Thursday, the Tennessee Titans agreed to trade defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and a 2028 fifth-rounder to the Chicago Bears for a 2027 and 2028 first-rounder, plus a 2027 fourth-rounder.

ESPN reporter predicts if Titans could use Jeffery Simmons trade to replace Cam Ward
Bears' historic Jeffery Simmons trade highlights shifting league priorities
Bears’ Jeffery Simmons trade reportedly came together overnight
The 'Last 100-receiving-yard rookies' quiz
Tennessee Titans News / Yardbarker / October 21
Titans HC Robert Saleh addresses Jordan Elliott's release

Titans HC Robert Saleh addresses Jordan Elliott's release

Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh confirmed Wednesday that the team released defensive lineman Jordan Elliott after he pulled a gun in the parking lot of the team facility last week. 

Lions star voices frustration over team 'not showing the love' in contract talks
Cowboys may make one more major trade after Stephen Jones tease
How Drew Lock could cause Seahawks to make shocking Sam Darnold decision
Steelers signing familiar face to reunite with Aaron Rodgers
A.J. Brown reacts to Jalen Hurts going through blood clot situation

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