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Close losses should give Titans fans hope that Robert Saleh’s rebuild is working

The Tennessee Titans traded away Jeffery Simmons, but they clearly haven't given up. That should be a sign that things are different this season.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:30 PM
Close losses should give Titans fans hope that Robert Saleh’s rebuild is working
Key Things to Know
  • The writer argues close losses indicate Robert Saleh's rebuild of the Tennessee Titans is showing positive progress.
  • Tennessee holds a 1-7 record in 2026 but has lost four games by six points or fewer.
  • The Titans recently suffered an overtime loss against the Cincinnati Bengals despite scoring 36 regulation points.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Titan Sized writer Will Lomas argues that competitive, close losses demonstrate head coach Robert Saleh's rebuilding process is working for the Tennessee Titans. Despite holding a 1-7 record and recently trading Jeffery Simmons, the team scored 36 points in regulation against a top NFL opponent, showing resilience compared to previous years.

Lomas highlights that four of the Titans' seven defeats in 2026 were decided by six points or fewer, alongside an overtime loss to the Bengals. He praises the development of quarterback Cam Ward alongside young contributors including Gunnar Helm, Anthony Hill, Chimere Dike, J.C. Latham, and Peter Skoronski.

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