The Philadelphia Eagles will visit the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET, and the game will be televised on FOX.
Philadelphia enters Week 2 with a 1-0 record after defeating the Washington Commanders 24-22. Tennessee is 0-1 following a 23-10 home loss to the New York Jets. The Eagles are seven-point road favorites, with Philadelphia priced around -340 on the moneyline and Tennessee around +275. The total is set at 39.5 points.
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Eagles vs Titans Game Information
| Game Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Philadelphia Eagles vs Tennessee Titans |
| Date | Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Location | Nissan Stadium, Nashville, Tennessee |
| Television | FOX |
| Eagles Record | 1-0 |
| Titans Record | 0-1 |
| Point Spread | Philadelphia -7 |
| Moneyline | Philadelphia -340 / Tennessee +275 |
| Total | 39.5 |
Week 1 Statistical Comparison
| Category | Philadelphia Eagles | Tennessee Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Points Scored | 24 | 10 |
| Points Allowed | 22 | 23 |
| Total Offense | 318 yards | 195 yards |
| Yards Per Play | 6.0 | 4.0 |
| Passing Yards | 203 | 140 |
| Leading Rusher | Saquon Barkley, 83 yards | Tony Pollard, 35 yards |
| Time of Possession | 26:40 | 21:14 |
| Third-Down Conversion Rate | 42.9% | 33.3% |
| Sacks Allowed | 3 | 3 |
| Defensive Sacks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnover Differential | Even | -1 |
Eagles Open the Season With a Narrow Victory
Philadelphia defeated Washington 24-22 despite running only 53 offensive plays and recording 10 first downs. The Eagles compensated for that lack of sustained production with several explosive plays. They finished with 318 total yards, averaged 6.0 yards per play, and did not commit a turnover.
Jalen Hurts completed 14 of 25 passes for 203 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions. His 122.2 passer rating reflected his efficiency when Philadelphia created opportunities downfield. Hurts also carried seven times for 46 yards, giving the Eagles an additional dimension when Washington’s coverage forced him away from his initial read.
Saquon Barkley gained 83 yards on 15 carries, including a 42-yard run. Dallas Goedert caught four passes for 77 yards and two touchdowns, while Dontayvion Wicks contributed 73 yards and a score on two receptions. DeVonta Smith added three catches for 53 yards.
The offense was productive but inconsistent. Philadelphia punted seven times, allowed three sacks, and gained 180 of its 318 yards on only four plays. The Eagles must produce more manageable third downs and avoid depending entirely on explosive gains.
Philadelphia’s defense allowed 296 total yards and held Washington to 164 net passing yards. Jihaad Campbell recorded the Eagles’ only sack, while Jalen Carter contributed a blocked extra point that became important in the two-point victory.
Titans Struggle to Sustain Drives
Tennessee managed only 195 total yards in its 23-10 loss to New York. The Titans averaged 4.0 yards per play, possessed the ball for just 21 minutes and 14 seconds, and did not score their only touchdown until 2:42 remained in the fourth quarter.
Cam Ward completed 19 of 32 passes for 140 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions. He was sacked three times for 13 lost yards, and his longest completion gained only 14 yards. Ward avoided major turnover mistakes, but Tennessee did not give him enough protection or separation downfield to consistently challenge the Jets.
Tony Pollard carried seven times for 35 yards, while Tyjae Spears gained 12 yards on three attempts. The Titans ran the ball only 14 times despite averaging close to five yards per carry. Falling behind and failing to stay on the field prevented Tennessee from establishing a meaningful rushing workload.
Wan’Dale Robinson and rookie Carnell Tate each finished with 38 receiving yards. Gunnar Helm caught four passes for 28 yards, while Elic Ayomanor scored Tennessee’s only touchdown on an 11-yard reception.
Tennessee’s defense allowed 357 total yards, including 152 rushing yards on 39 attempts. The Titans failed to record a sack or quarterback hit and permitted New York to control the ball for 38:46. That lack of pressure and possession placed too much responsibility on a developing offense.
Philadelphia Offensive Line vs Tennessee Defensive Line
Philadelphia’s expected offensive line consists of Jordan Mailata at left tackle, Willie Lampkin at left guard, Cam Jurgens at center, Tyler Steen at right guard, and Lane Johnson at right tackle. Lampkin is expected to replace Landon Dickerson, who was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.
The loss of Dickerson weakens one of Philadelphia’s greatest strengths. Lampkin is talented but does not provide Dickerson’s experience or power. The Eagles also allowed three sacks in Week 1, and both Mailata and Johnson acknowledged that the group must improve its consistency under offensive line coach Chris Kuper.
Tennessee’s defensive front is led by Jeffery Simmons, who recorded 11 sacks, 60 quarterback pressures, and 17 tackles for loss in 2025. Simmons finished the opener with four tackles but was held without a sack. He will be Tennessee’s best opportunity to exploit Philadelphia’s change at left guard.
John Franklin-Myers provides another interior threat, while Jermaine Johnson II and Jacob Martin work from the edges. Tennessee nevertheless finished Week 1 without a sack or quarterback hit and allowed the Jets to dictate the game on the ground.
Philadelphia Offensive Line Grade: B
Tennessee Defensive Line Grade: C
Edge: Philadelphia Eagles
Simmons can create problems against Philadelphia’s reshuffled interior, but Tennessee did not show enough surrounding pressure in Week 1. The Eagles retain major advantages at both tackle positions and should be able to provide Hurts with a cleaner pocket than he received against Washington.
Tennessee Offensive Line vs Philadelphia Defensive Line
Tennessee starts Dan Moore Jr. at left tackle, Peter Skoronski at left guard, Austin Schlottmann at center, Fernando Carmona Jr. at right guard, and JC Latham at right tackle. Skoronski is the most dependable member of the group, while Latham possesses considerable physical upside on the right side.
The Titans allowed three sacks against New York and struggled to create enough time for Ward to push the ball downfield. Tennessee surrendered 56 sacks in 2025, and Ward was brought down 55 times during his rookie season. Week 1 did not provide enough evidence that those protection problems have been solved.
Philadelphia counters with a deep defensive front featuring Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, Moro Ojomo, Nolan Smith Jr., Jalyx Hunt, and Jonathan Greenard. Carter is the most disruptive interior player in the group, while Davis provides size and power against the run.
The Eagles recorded only one sack against Washington, but they held the opposing passing attack to 164 yards. Campbell supplied the sack, while Carter still affected the game by blocking an extra point. Philadelphia’s front has more depth and flexibility than its Week 1 sack total suggests.
Tennessee Offensive Line Grade: C
Philadelphia Defensive Line Grade: B+
Edge: Philadelphia Eagles
Tennessee has quality individual pieces in Skoronski and Latham, but the complete unit remains vulnerable. Carter’s matchup against the Titans’ interior and Philadelphia’s ability to rotate fresh defensive linemen should make it difficult for Ward to consistently attack downfield.
Offensive and Defensive Line Comparison
| Matchup | Offensive-Line Grade | Defensive-Line Grade | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia OL vs Tennessee DL | B | C | Philadelphia |
| Tennessee OL vs Philadelphia DL | C | B+ | Philadelphia |
| Overall Trench Advantage | — | — | Philadelphia Eagles |
The Eagles hold the overall advantage in both trench matchups. Philadelphia’s offensive line is not at full strength without Dickerson, but its tackles and center remain superior to Tennessee’s defensive front as a complete unit. On the other side, Philadelphia has enough interior power and edge depth to pressure Ward without relying heavily on blitzes.
Key Matchups to Watch
Saquon Barkley vs Tennessee’s Run Defense
Barkley averaged 5.5 yards per carry against Washington and produced an 83-yard performance despite receiving only 15 attempts. Tennessee allowed 152 rushing yards on 39 carries against New York. Philadelphia should increase Barkley’s workload and force the Titans to prove they can prevent another opponent from controlling the game on the ground.
Jalen Hurts vs Tennessee’s Pass Rush
Hurts threw three touchdowns and did not commit a turnover in Week 1, but he was sacked three times. Tennessee failed to generate a sack or quarterback hit against New York. The Titans need Simmons to create immediate interior pressure because allowing Hurts to escape the pocket will stress a defense that already spent nearly 39 minutes on the field in its opener.
Jeffery Simmons vs Willie Lampkin and Cam Jurgens
This is Tennessee’s most favorable individual matchup. Simmons is coming off an 11-sack season and will attack an Eagles interior replacing Dickerson. Philadelphia can help Lampkin through double teams and combination blocks, but doing so may limit the number of blockers released into the second level.
Dallas Goedert vs Tennessee’s Middle Coverage
Goedert caught four passes for 77 yards and two touchdowns against Washington. His 19.3 yards per reception included a 43-yard fourth-quarter touchdown. Tennessee must improve its communication between linebackers and safeties or Goedert could again become Hurts’ most dependable option on third downs and in the red zone.
Cam Ward vs Philadelphia’s Defensive Front
Ward avoided throwing an interception in Week 1, but his passing production was limited to 140 yards and 4.4 yards per attempt. His longest completion gained 14 yards. Philadelphia can pressure Ward while maintaining disciplined coverage behind the rush, forcing the young quarterback to repeatedly complete short throws without making a drive-ending mistake.
Eagles vs Titans Injury Report
Philadelphia placed starting left guard Landon Dickerson on injured reserve after he suffered a knee bone bruise. Willie Lampkin is listed as the replacement at left guard, with Drew Kendall also capable of contributing along the interior.
Jonathan Greenard entered the week with a questionable designation, making his practice participation worth monitoring. Philadelphia still has multiple edge options available if Greenard is limited.
Tennessee did not have an official game-status designation posted at the time this preview was completed. Final practice reports and inactive lists should be checked before kickoff.
Eagles vs Titans Picks and Prediction
Philadelphia Eagles -7
Philadelphia was not consistently dominant in Week 1, but the Eagles still scored 24 points, gained 6.0 yards per play, and avoided committing a turnover. Tennessee gained only 195 yards, recorded no sacks, and possessed the ball for barely 21 minutes against the Jets. The Eagles have the stronger quarterback, rushing attack, defensive front, and overall roster. Philadelphia should gradually take control and win by more than one possession.
Under 39.5
Tennessee scored only 10 points in its opener and did not reach the end zone until the closing minutes. The Titans produced just 140 passing yards and are now facing a deeper defensive front and stronger secondary. Philadelphia should lean on Barkley and its running game after gaining the lead, reducing the number of possessions. The low total provides little margin, but Tennessee’s offensive limitations support the under.
Best Bet: Philadelphia Eagles -7
Final Picks: Philadelphia Eagles -7 and Under 39.5
Predicted Final Score: Philadelphia Eagles 27, Tennessee Titans 10
This preview was completed on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Betting lines, injuries, player availability, and game information may change before kickoff.
