Tennessee Titans Fall 27-24 to Cleveland Browns Despite Tony Pollard’s Three-Touchdown Performance

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Titans had their best offensive output for the season and just came up short to the Cleveland Browns, 27-24.

 

Overview

The Titans’ offense got off to a hot start, jumping out to a 14-point lead in the first quarter. Tony Pollard accounted for a large portion of the offense in the first half, scoring both of Tennessee’s touchdowns.

Pollard finished the day with 25 carries for 129 yards and three touchdowns.

Cam Ward struggled at times throughout the game but was able to lead multiple drives into the red zone. His 181-yard performance was dampened by an interception thrown to Denzel Ward.

The Browns were able to figure out Tennessee’s defense after a tough first quarter. They scored 17 unanswered points to close out the first half and take a lead into halftime. Cleveland added 10 points in the fourth quarter, including a walk-off field goal from Andre Szmyt.

KC Concepcion played a significant role in the Browns’ offensive success, accounting for 129 receiving yards on eight receptions, Dehaun Watson threw 308 yards, with an interception, which makes the first time he threw for over 300 yards as Brown.

 

Positives

  • Fast Start: Tennessee got off to a lightning-fast offensive start, scoring 14 points to open the game.
  • Defensive Party: The defense forced two turnovers.
  • Pollard Hat Trick: Tony Pollard accounted for all three of Tennessee’s touchdowns.

Negatives

  • Bum-Rushed: Tennessee allowed 183 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
  • Missed Opportunities: Tennessee failed to capitalize on its hot start and the two turnovers forced by the defense.
  • Another Loss: This marks the Titans’ sixth loss of the season and their fourth at home.

Tennessee travels to Ohio to face the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 8.

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