Game Day Primer / Sun, Oct 4
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01 / Why this game matters
Baltimore is coming off 378 yards, including 192 on the ground, with no turnovers in a 34-31 win. Tennessee managed 262 yards and committed two turnovers in a 12-7 loss, so the central question is whether the Titans can keep pace without giving Baltimore extra possessions.
02 / Know these people
Cam Ward / Tennessee's starting passer and primary distributor
Tennessee Titans · Quarterback (QB)
Ward completed 23 of 36 passes for 181 yards, one touchdown and one interception last week. His ability to sustain drives without adding turnovers is central to Tennessee's chances of matching Baltimore's offense.
Tony Pollard / Lead runner and backfield receiver
Tennessee Titans · Running Back (RB)
Pollard rushed for 74 yards and caught all four of his targets for another 22, giving a dependable option both on handoffs and short passes.
03 / Watch for this
Inside scoring range, watch whether Baltimore turns first to between the tackles or creates a pass for one of its tight ends or receivers. scored twice on the ground last week, while 's two touchdown passes went to Chris Moore and Matthew Hibner, so the Ravens showed more than one finishing option.
04 / Sound smart
produced 96 yards on 21 touches last week, making him Tennessee's clearest source of steady offense.
The central storyline
Baltimore is coming off 378 yards, including 192 on the ground, with no turnovers in a 34-31 win. Tennessee managed 262 yards and committed two turnovers in a 12-7 loss, so the central question is whether the Titans can keep pace without giving Baltimore extra possessions.
A read on both sides
Titans
Team vibe
Tennessee enters 0-3 after a 12-7 loss to the Giants. Pollard supplied 96 yards from scrimmage and scored the team's lone touchdown, but the offense finished with 262 total yards and two turnovers.
Ravens
Team vibe
Baltimore is 2-1 after beating Dallas 34-31. The Ravens paired 's efficient passing with a deep rushing contribution, and Tyler Loop converted both field-goal attempts and all four extra points.
Current storylines
Teach Me What to Notice
On screen
Look for: Watch for interceptions, fumbles and drives that end without the offense getting a kick or fourth-down attempt.
If you see it: If Tennessee gives the ball away while Baltimore continues finishing possessions without turnovers, pay attention to the growing difference in each team's number of scoring chances.
Here's what it means: The Ravens are controlling the game's opportunity count, forcing Tennessee to create more production with fewer possessions.
On screen
Look for: Watch whether or another Titans defender reaches the backfield, then keep watching to see if escapes outside or steps through an opening.
If you see it: If repeatedly turns apparent pressure into rushing yards or extra time to throw, Tennessee's initial disruption is not ending the play.
Here's what it means: Baltimore is neutralizing one of Tennessee's best defensive tools and making the secondary cover longer than intended.
On screen
Look for: On throws toward and Tate, watch how close Baltimore's defenders are when the ball arrives and whether they get a hand into the passing lane.
If you see it: If Ravens defenders are consistently arriving with the ball or forcing immediate contact, 's completions are likely to stay difficult and short.
Here's what it means: Baltimore is compressing Tennessee's passing windows rather than allowing easy completions and yards after the catch.
The central storyline
Baltimore is coming off 378 yards, including 192 on the ground, with no turnovers in a 34-31 win. Tennessee managed 262 yards and committed two turnovers in a 12-7 loss, so the central question is whether the Titans can keep pace without giving Baltimore extra possessions.
A read on both sides
Titans
Team vibe
Tennessee enters 0-3 after a 12-7 loss to the Giants. Pollard supplied 96 yards from scrimmage and scored the team's lone touchdown, but the offense finished with 262 total yards and two turnovers.
Ravens
Team vibe
Baltimore is 2-1 after beating Dallas 34-31. The Ravens paired 's efficient passing with a deep rushing contribution, and Tyler Loop converted both field-goal attempts and all four extra points.
Current storylines
Teach Me What to Notice
On screen
Look for: Watch for interceptions, fumbles and drives that end without the offense getting a kick or fourth-down attempt.
If you see it: If Tennessee gives the ball away while Baltimore continues finishing possessions without turnovers, pay attention to the growing difference in each team's number of scoring chances.
Here's what it means: The Ravens are controlling the game's opportunity count, forcing Tennessee to create more production with fewer possessions.
On screen
Look for: Watch whether or another Titans defender reaches the backfield, then keep watching to see if escapes outside or steps through an opening.
If you see it: If repeatedly turns apparent pressure into rushing yards or extra time to throw, Tennessee's initial disruption is not ending the play.
Here's what it means: Baltimore is neutralizing one of Tennessee's best defensive tools and making the secondary cover longer than intended.
On screen
Look for: On throws toward and Tate, watch how close Baltimore's defenders are when the ball arrives and whether they get a hand into the passing lane.
If you see it: If Ravens defenders are consistently arriving with the ball or forcing immediate contact, 's completions are likely to stay difficult and short.
Here's what it means: Baltimore is compressing Tennessee's passing windows rather than allowing easy completions and yards after the catch.
Players & Coaches
Players & Coaches
Tennessee Titans · Quarterback (QB)
Ward completed 23 of 36 passes for 181 yards, one touchdown and one interception last week. His ability to sustain drives without adding turnovers is central to Tennessee's chances of matching Baltimore's offense.
Players & Coaches
Tennessee Titans · Running Back (RB)
Pollard rushed for 74 yards and caught all four of his targets for another 22, giving a dependable option both on handoffs and short passes.
Players & Coaches
Tennessee Titans · Wide Receiver (WR)
Robinson drew a team-high 11 targets last week, catching seven passes for 57 yards and Tennessee's only touchdown.
Players & Coaches
Tennessee Titans · Defensive Tackle (DT)
Simmons recorded 10 tackles, a sack and two quarterback hits last week. Tennessee needs that disruption against an offense featuring 's movement and 's heavy workload.
Players & Coaches
Baltimore Ravens · Quarterback (QB)
Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns without an interception last week, then added 50 yards as a runner.
Players & Coaches
Baltimore Ravens · Running Back (RB)
Henry handled 26 carries for 89 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns in Baltimore's Week 3 victory.
Players & Coaches
Baltimore Ravens · Wide Receiver (WR)
Flowers generated 104 yards between receiving and rushing last week, but he enters this game questionable with a hamstring injury.
The Stakes
This regular-season game gives Tennessee an opportunity to earn its first victory after an 0-3 start, while a Baltimore win would move the Ravens to 3-1. The matchup also tests whether Tennessee's low-output Week 3 offense can function against a Baltimore team coming off a turnover-free, 34-point performance.
Why it matters
A Titans victory would end their winless opening to the season. A loss would extend it, while a tie would leave Tennessee without a win through four games.
Why it matters
The Ravens already have a winning record and can add a third victory in four games. Their immediate challenge is carrying forward last week's ball security despite Hendrickson being out and several other players carrying availability designations.
Conversation Starters
Conversation Starters
Can Tennessee generate enough offense through , and Tate to keep out of obvious passing situations?
Conversation Starters
If plays, does Baltimore use him both as a receiver and runner after he produced yards in both roles last week?
Conversation Starters
When reaches the backfield, does he finish the play—or does turn the pressure into an escape?
Conversation Starters
Which scoring option gets Baltimore's first opportunity near the goal line: , a tight end or a wide receiver?