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Titans’ biggest disappointment of 0-5 start under Robert Saleh is the one area nobody expected to struggle

Tennessee invested heavily in one area this offseason with a defensive-minded head coach running the show. Five weeks into the season, the return on that investment has been hard to explain.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 3:00 PM
Titans’ biggest disappointment of 0-5 start under Robert Saleh is the one area nobody expected to struggle
Key Things to Know
  • A to Z Sports argues the Titans' struggling pass rush is the most disappointing unit of their 0-5 start under Robert Saleh.
  • Tennessee ranks 31st in the NFL in total pressures and 30th in dropback pressure rate at 21.5%.
  • Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons leads all NFL defensive tackles with a 30% pass-rush win rate.
The Story in 60 Seconds

A to Z Sports argues that the Tennessee Titans' pass rush has been the most disappointing unit during the team's 0-5 start under head coach Robert Saleh. Despite significant offseason investments and Saleh's defensive background, Tennessee has struggled to generate consistent pressure on opposing passers outside of defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who continues to perform at an elite level despite frequent double-teams.

The Titans rank 31st in total pressures and pressure quarterbacks on just 21.5% of dropbacks through five weeks. The article notes that offseason acquisition John Franklin-Myers and rookie draft picks Femi Oladejo and Keldrick Faulk have offered minimal pass-rushing impact alongside Simmons, while an ineffective offense has further burdened the defense.

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