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Let’s overreact to NFL Week 5: Should Titans look for another QB? Losing record for NFC East winner?

Is Cam Ward already on the hot seat? Is the NFC East doomed to mediocrity (or worse)? We're judging Week 5 overreactions.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 1:09 AM
Let’s overreact to NFL Week 5: Should Titans look for another QB? Losing record for NFC East winner?
Key Things to Know
  • ESPN argues it is too early for the Titans to replace quarterback Cam Ward despite an 0-5 start.
  • Titans head coach Robert Saleh affirmed that Cam Ward remains safe as the starting quarterback.
  • The Jacksonville Jaguars improved to 4-1 after defeating the Philadelphia Eagles in London.
The Story in 60 Seconds

ESPN assesses several major storylines following Week 5 of the NFL season, arguing that it is too early for the Tennessee Titans to move on from quarterback Cam Ward. Despite Tennessee's 0-5 start and a 26-3 loss to the Houston Texans, head coach Robert Saleh stated that Ward remains the starter, and the author maintains Ward needs more time to adapt.

Additional reactions evaluate the chaotic NFC East, the Jacksonville Jaguars' potential AFC contention, and the San Francisco 49ers' 32-29 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. The column also highlights New York Jets rookie pass rusher Bailey following his three-sack performance in a 17-12 win against the Cleveland Browns.

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