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Titans defense implodes after Cam Ward’s costly interception in loss to Browns, and Robert Saleh didn’t hold back

Tennessee built a 14-0 lead at Nissan Stadium, the kind of start this team never gets anymore. The afternoon unraveled from there, and the list of people who own a piece of it is long.

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 3:00 PM
Titans defense implodes after Cam Ward’s costly interception in loss to Browns, and Robert Saleh didn’t hold back
Key Things to Know
  • Tennessee fell 27-24 to Cleveland after defensive breakdowns and a crucial Cam Ward interception erased an early 14-0 lead.
  • Titans coach Robert Saleh criticized the defense's tackling and coverage breakdowns as not remotely good enough.
  • Cleveland running back Quinshon Judkins scored two rushing touchdowns as the Browns accumulated 183 yards on the ground.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Tennessee Titans blew an early 14-0 lead to lose 27-24 to the Cleveland Browns at Nissan Stadium, dropping their record to 1-6. Following an overturned touchdown and a turnover on downs, Titans quarterback Cam Ward threw a costly interception that sparked Cleveland's comeback. Head coach Robert Saleh was blunt after the defeat, stating that his defense's tackling and coverage were uncharacteristically poor and not remotely good enough.

Cleveland's offense capitalized on the momentum, racking up 183 rushing yards and three ground touchdowns, including two from Quinshon Judkins. Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson contributed 308 passing yards despite not throwing a touchdown pass. Tony Pollard scored three touchdowns for Tennessee, but the Titans surrendered a late field goal drive that sealed the victory for Cleveland.

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