The Jets wasted no time in their season opener, absolutely slamming Robert Saleh’s Titans with a decisive 23-10 road win on Sunday, September 13, 2026. This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement from the Jets, who scored a touchdown on their very first drive and never once trailed the entire game. Talk about kicking off the season right!
Aaron Glenn’s Defense Came to Play
Man, if you watched this game, you saw a totally different Jets defense. Aaron Glenn, taking over defensive play-calling this season, rolled out an approach that was an “unqualified success” from the jump. Titans quarterback Cam Ward? He was under pressure relentlessly, all game long. The Jets’ D limited the Titans to a measly 195 total yards over the entire game! Think about that: 195 yards for a whole NFL game. It’s wild. Plus, the Jets’ offensive line was just stellar, both in run blocking and pass protection, which gave them a huge edge in time of possession, holding the ball for over 38 minutes. Frank Reich, calling offensive plays for the Jets for the first time, had results that were “just as good.” This win gave the Jets their first winning record since they started 2-1 way back in 2024, when Saleh was still at the helm.
A Rough Homecoming for Robert Saleh
You know the backstory here, right? Robert Saleh was fired by the Jets during the 2024 season. He spent last year with the 49ers before taking over the Titans in January. So yeah, facing his old team had to be a trip, but it was definitely not a happy reunion. Brian Daboll’s debut as the Titans’ offensive coordinator? The full picture was “not a pretty one.” With Ward getting swarmed all day, the Titans couldn’t get anything going. Most of their 195 yards and their only touchdown literally came in the final five minutes of the game, basically when it was already wrapped up. It’s a tough pill to swallow for Saleh and his new squad.
For the Titans, this 23-10 defeat is a harsh wake-up call right out of the gate. They’ve got to find some answers on offense, and fast, if they want to turn this season around after such a brutal start.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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