Tigers at Titans

Franchise Hub Beat · 30d ago

In a thrilling Week 17 showdown, the Tennessee Titans held off the Pittsburgh Steelers with a final score of 28-25, securing a crucial victory as the season approaches its climax. Both teams were vying for playoff positioning, making this contest a must-win for the Titans, who ultimately emerged victorious on their home turf.

Leading the charge for Tennessee was quarterback Cam Ward, who threw for 260 yards and orchestrated the offense with precision. On the ground, Tony Pollard was a standout performer, racking up 96 rushing yards and keeping the Steelers' defense on its heels. The Steelers' Drew Allar matched the intensity with three touchdown passes, while Michael Pittman showcased his receiving prowess with 105 yards, but it wasn’t enough to clinch the win.

Defensively, the Titans made crucial plays, with Oluwafemi Oladejo contributing a key sack that disrupted Pittsburgh's momentum. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Tennessee's defense held firm, preventing the Steelers from converting a critical fourth down. Jalen Ramsey's 12 tackles for Pittsburgh kept the game competitive, but it was the Titans' timely defensive stands that ultimately sealed the victory.