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Eagles Favored in Nashville After Titans’ Dysfunctional Week 1 Showing

A strong Philadelphia pass rush will be a key test for Tennessee’s rookie quarterback operating behind a shaky offensive line.

Overview

  • Philadelphia enters Week 2 as roughly a one-touchdown road favorite after a 24-22 Week 1 win in which Jalen Hurts threw three touchdown passes and added 46 rushing yards.
  • Tennessee produced just 195 total yards in its 23-10 loss to the New York Jets and finished the opener with the league’s one of the worst offensive outputs, putting new starter Cam Ward under immediate scrutiny.
  • Ward completed 19 of 32 passes for 140 yards with most of his late production coming when the game was out of reach, a performance that feeds concerns about his comfort under pressure.
  • Analysts point to Philadelphia’s interior and edge rushers as a matchup advantage likely to stress Tennessee’s offensive line and limit big plays in the passing game.
  • A stronger Titans showing would quiet early doubt while a repeat of Week 1 problems would sharpen questions about Tennessee’s offense; the team also hopes the expected return of linebacker Cedric Gray will help contain Saquon Barkley and the run game.