In a tightly contested matchup, the Tennessee Titans narrowly defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 24-17 in Week 8 of the 2026 season. The win was crucial for the Titans as they look to solidify their playoff positioning in a competitive conference. Cincinnati, fighting for its own postseason aspirations, came up just short in front of a home crowd. Tennessee's offense was powered by an impressive performance from running back Tony Pollard, who rushed for 103 yards, establishing a strong ground game. Quarterback Cam Ward contributed with a key passing touchdown, while the Bengals' Joe Burrow led all quarterbacks with 269 passing yards, showcasing his ability to move the ball downfield. Tee Higgins also had a standout game, racking up 103 receiving yards as he tried to keep Cincinnati in contention. Defensively, the Titans made their mark, with John Franklin-Myers leading the charge with 2.5 sacks, disrupting Burrow's rhythm throughout the game. Cody Barton also stepped up with 10 total tackles, providing crucial stops. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when the Titans held the Bengals to a crucial three-and-out, allowing Tennessee to maintain their lead and secure the victory.