Unbeaten Streak Ends for Titans in Nail-Biting LossUnbeaten Streak Ends for Titans in Nail-Biting Loss The Nashville Titans’ remarkable undefeated streak came to a heartbreaking end on Sunday night, falling in a thrilling 27-24 overtime battle to the New Orleans Saints. For the first time all season, the Titans found themselves trailing late in the game. With just over two minutes remaining in regulation, Saints quarterback Drew Brees connected with wide receiver Michael Thomas for a 13-yard touchdown, giving New Orleans a 24-17 lead. Undeterred, Tennessee quarterback Ryan Tannehill responded with a touchdown drive of his own, finding tight end Anthony Firkser for a 6-yard score. The Titans then converted a 2-point conversion to tie the game at 24-24. Overtime proved to be tense and unforgiving. Both teams exchanged field goals, setting up a dramatic finish. With the ball on the Saints’ 16-yard line and just seconds remaining, kicker Wil Lutz nailed a game-winning 33-yard field goal. The Titans’ loss snapped their 6-0 start to the season, the best in franchise history. Despite the setback, Tennessee remains atop the AFC South with a 6-1 record. Offensively, Tannehill threw for 236 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Derrick Henry rushed for 106 yards. The Titans’ defense, which had been a force through the first six games, allowed 359 passing yards to Brees. The Saints, meanwhile, improve to 4-2 with the victory. Brees threw for 307 yards and a touchdown, while running back Alvin Kamara rushed for 83 yards. The Titans will look to bounce back next week when they host the Baltimore Ravens. The Saints will travel to face the Minnesota Vikings.
