100 Greatest Titans Games in History

[titansfan1]

I've been a Titans fan since 1999. Right when they moved to Tennessee, so this only includes games from 1999-present. This does NOT include Houston, or the Tennessee Oilers days. This list isn't perfect, but it'll be good for debate and IMO is a good estimate.

Just a few notes:
-For the overall list I included a few losses, but not many. Like 3-4 if I'm not mistaken. These are generally (not all) regular season games where we showed potential, or weren't favored and overachieved. Games like the 2000 and 2008 playoff losses against Baltimore aren't included. We played like crap and should have won. Other than these few exceptions, only wins are included in the list.
-I will list 5 games a day as of right now.

Games that did not make the cut:
16-10 over Steelers (1999)
24-14 over Bengals (1999)
33-21 over Browns (1999)
14-11 over Ravens (1999)
23-14 over Bengals (2000)
24-10 over Browns (2000)
20-7 over Bengals (2001)
31-15 over Browns (2001)
28-24 over Jags (2001)
23-14 over Jags (2002)
13-3 over Texans (2002)
38-31 over Falcons (2003)
30-17 over Jags (2003)
27-12 over Saints (2003)
10-3 over Jags (2003)
24-19 over Lions (2004)
18-15 over Jags (2004)
27-20 over Bengals (2004)
13-10 over Texans (2005) (possibly the worst game I've ever watched)
34-20 over Texans (2005)
33-22 over 49ers (2005)
26-17 over Chiefs (2007)
10-6 over Jets (2007)
20-13 over Falcons (2007)
28-9 over Browns (2008)
17-13 over Seahawks (2009)
34-27 over 49ers (2009)
23-17 over Jags (2011)
27-10 over Colts (2011)
17-13 over Broncos (2011)

Some notes about the games that didn't make it:
-Yes I realize there are 4 games from our SB run in 1999 that didn't make the list. Let's face it, as great as we did in the playoffs, we got off easy on our regular season schedule. Played the Bengals twice, Browns twice, and a bad Steelers team twice.
-You might be surprised to see no games from our 6-10 season in 2010 didn't make the cut. IMO our wins were really really good, and our losses were really really bad that year.

Now without further ado, the first 10 games on the list.

Top 100 Games in Tennessee Titans History
100. Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints: October 17, 1999
Final Score: 24-21 Titans

Before the Game:
The Titans were 4-1. After winning their first game, the Saints lost their next 3.

The Game:
After Trailing by 10 at halftime, Neil O'Donnell tossed 2 touchdowns in the 4th quarter to lead the Titans to a narrow 24-21 win over the Saints on the road. Ricky Williams was held to 35 rushing yards in 17 attempts.

Offensive MVP:
Neil O'Donnell (2 Pass TD's)

Defensive MVP:
Donald Mitchell (42 yard INT TD return to put Titans up for good)

Other Notes:
Was a close decision including this game on the list. I decided to include it mainly because there's already 4 other games from 1999 not on the list.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/199910170nor.htm

99. Tennessee Titans at Pittsburgh Steelers: January 2, 2000
Final Score: 47-36 Titans


Before The Game: The Titans were heading into the last game of the season and the new millenium hoping for a Jags loss to get the number 1 seed.

The Game: Our starters only played about half the game, en route to a 47-36 win.

Offensive MVP:
Steve McNair (TD pass)

Defensive MVP:
Jevon Kearse (Sack)

Other Notes:
Was not going to include this game. Realized that this game is tied along with another for most points scored in Titans history. Basically being included just because of that, and it did cap a 13-3 season.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200001020pit.htm


98. Baltimore Ravens at Tennessee Titans: September 18, 2005
Final Score: 25-10 Titans


Before The Game:
Both teams lost their first game. Baltimore was favored by 3.5. Derrick Mason and Samari Rolle were facing their former team.

The Game:
Although Mason caught a TD pass, that was about it for the Ravens, as the Titans surprisingly dominated.

Offensive MVP:
Steve McNair (TD Pass)

Defensive MVP:
Brad Kassell (INT return for TD)

Other Notes:
Our best win of 2005. Wanted to put a win from every season in, so 2005 barely makes the cut.

ESPN Recap:
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=250918010

97. Atlanta Falcons at Tennessee Titans: December 19, 1999
Final Score: 30-17 Titans


Before the Game:
Titans were 10-3, while the Falcons were 3-10

The Game:
Steve McNair had a 48 yard TD toss to Chris Sanders, and Frank Wycheck had a 61 yard TD pass to Issac Byrd in a convincing win.

Offensive MVP:
Chris Sanders (5 catches 100 yards TD)

Defensive MVP:
Jevon Kearse (Sack)

Other Notes:
I basically remember this game because Jevon Kearse had the freakish sack I've ever seen. On a shotgun play, he got to the QB right when the ball was snapped to his hands. You can find it on youtube somewhere.

96. Miami Dolphins at Tennessee Titans: November 9, 2003
Final Score: 31-7 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 6-2, while the Dolphins were 5-3. The winner would have leverage when it came to playoff seeding. Titans were favored by 5, and coming off a bye week.

The Game:
Steve McNair had 2 TD passes, as the Titans easily won.

Offensive MVP:
Steve McNair (2 TD passes)

Defensive MVP:
Jevon Kearse (2 sacks) and Andre Dyson (INT return for TD)

Other Notes:
I remember living in Florida at the time, and my next door neighbor talking about how the Dolphins would destroy the Titans. That obviously didn't happen.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=231109010

95-91 will be posted later tonight or tomorrow morning.

[ttitansfan4life]

Wow I probably couldn't even do a top 5 so I you for doing top 100. I expect the 08 Steeler game very high.
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[RuskieTitan]

Top 100? Good lord. I'll be visiting this thread often.
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95. Tennessee Titans at Kansas City Chiefs: October 19, 2008
Final Score: 34-10 Titans

Before the Game:
Titans were 5-0, Chiefs 1-4. The Titans were favored by 9

The Game:
Chris Johnson ran for 168 yards, but LenDale White's career day was the story.

Offensive MVP:
LenDale White (3 rush TD's)

Defensive MVP:
Albert Haynesworth and Jason Jones (1 sack each)

Other Notes:
Basically known as the game where LenDale White ran for an 80 yard TD. The Chiefs were a really bad team, but this was fun to watch.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=281019012

94. Pittsburgh Steelers at Tennessee Titans: November 5, 2000
Final Score: 9-7 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were riding a 7 game win streak, while the Steelers were 4-4.

The Game:
In a defensive battle, Al Del Greco nailed a FG with 8 seconds left to give the Titans a 9-7 victory.

Offensive MVP:
Al Del Greco (3 FG) (Kickers/Punters count as offensive) and Derrick Mason (8 catches/92 yards)

Defensive MVP:
Samari Rolle (INT)

Other Notes:
The game where Eddie George made the SI cover, this gave us our 8th straight win. The overall game was terrible though, which is why this is so low.

93. The Billy Volek Era: December 13, 2004 and December 19, 2004
Final Scores: 49-38 Chiefs and 40-35 Broncos


Before the Games:
Billy Volek was thurst into the starting QB role after Steve McNair was injured

The Games:
Despite an incompetent defense, the GOAT Billy Volek threw for 424 and 492 yards in back to back games

Offensive MVP:
The GOAT, Billy Volek

Defensive MVP:
None, the whole defense was pathetic.

Other Notes:
I can't have this list without including Billy Volek's back to back performance of over 400 yards passing. If the games were won this obviously would be a lot higher.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=241213010
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=241219013

92. Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans: November 10, 2002
Final Score: 17-10 Titans


Before the Game:
Titans were 5-4, Texans 2-6. First game ever against each other.

The Game:
Titans dominated the whole game, but got lazy in the 4th quarter and gave them a chance to tie it.

Offensive MVP:
Steve McNair (2 pass TD)

Defensive MVP:
Lance Schulters (Game sealing INT)

Other Notes:
The first win of many against our little brother.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=221110010

91. Buffalo Bills at Tennessee Titans: November 15, 2009
Final Score: 41-17 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 2-6, but had won 2 in a row. The Bills were 3-5. The Titans were favored by 8.

The Game: Chris Johnson led the way with 2 TD's, and 2 4th quarter INT returns sealed the game. CJ also had 100 receiving yards.

Offensive MVP:
Chris Johnson (132 yards, 2 TD's. 100 rec. yards)

Defensive MVP:
Vincent Fuller and Rod Hood (Both INT returns for TD's)

Other Notes:
Titans got their 3rd win in a row, giving hope to Titans fans.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291115010

[Mockstairwell]

I wonder where the 2009 Patriots game is going to be.
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90. Cleveland Browns at Tennessee Titans: September 19, 1999
Final Score: 24-9 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans barely won their season opener, and the Browns were clobbered.

The Game:
Basically Jevon Kearse's coming out party, as he had 3 sacks against Mr. Golden Boy Tim Couch.

Offensive MVP:
Eddie George (2 Rush TD's)

Defensive MVP:
Jevon Kearse (3 sacks)

Other Notes:
The beginning of a short career for Tim Couch, as the Titans D instilled fear into his soul.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/199909190oti.htm

89. Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns: December 17, 2000
Final Score: 24-0 Titans


Before the Game:
Titans were 11-3, Browns were 3-12.

The Game:
In very cold weather, the Titans move past the Doug Pederson led Browns.

Offensive MVP:
Eddie George (3 rush TD's)

Defensive MVP:
Jevon Kearse (1 sack)

Other Notes:
This was the 1st shutout in Titans history. They would also have a shutout the next week (that's later in the list). That shutout was this franchise's last shutout.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200012170cle.htm

88. Pittsburgh Steelers at Tennessee Titans: November 17, 2002
Final Score: 31-23 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 5-4, Steelers were coming off of the first tie game in 4 years.

The Game:
Eddie George and Kevin Dyson had 2 TD's each as the Titans victory also predicted what would happen in the playoffs.

Offensive MVP:
Kevin Dyson (2 TD's)

Defensive MVP:
Everyone

Other Notes:
This was Kevin Dyson's last productive game in a Titans uniform. He might of not been Randy Moss, but he wasn't terrible either.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=221117010

87. Tennessee Titans at Pittsburgh Steelers: September 24, 2000
Final Score: 23-20 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were coming off a bye and with a 1-1 record, needed a win against the 0-2 Steelers to stay above .500.

The Game:
Trailing by 4 in the 4th quarter, an injured Steve McNair passed an 18 yard TD to rookie Erron Kinney to give the Titans a lead. Kris Brown missed a 50 yard FG to seal the victory.

Offensive MVP:
Steve McNair (came into game injured, led team to victory)

Defensive MVP:
Joe Salave'a (2 sacks)

Other Notes:
McNair proved his worth once again in a come from behind victory.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200009240pit.htm

86. Tennessee Titans at Philadelphia Eagles: December 3, 2000
Final Score: 15-13 Titans


Before the Game:
Titans were 9-3 and one of the best in the AFC. Eagles were 9-4 and one of the best in the NFC.

The Game:
Titans offense couldn't do anything, but Al Del Greco came through for us with 5 FG's, including a 50 yarder for the win.

Offensive MVP:
Al Del Greco (5 FG) Eddie George (101 rush. yards)

Defensive MVP:
Kenny Holmes (2 Sacks)

Other Notes:
The fact that the Titans could beat one of the best teams in the NFL without scoring a TD spoke volumes.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200012030phi.htm

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85. Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans: January 1, 2012
Final Score: 23-22 Titans


Before The Game:
It was pretty much known the Texans would be resting their starters. Titans needed a win for a possible playoff berth.

The Game:
Titans seemingly had the game won, Ahmard Hall fumbled, Texans scored. Went for two and Delhomme missed the snap.

Offensive MVP:
Matt Hasselback (2 TD)

Defensive MVP:
Jurrell Casey (1.5 sacks)

Other Notes:
The lucky win gave us a shot at the playoffs, but Mark Sanchez f'ed up so we got shafted.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=320101034

84. Tampa Bay Bucs at Tennessee Titans: October 14, 2001
Final Score: 31-28 Titans (OT)


Before the Game:
The Titans had shockingly lost their first 3 games, while the Bucs were 2-1.

The Game:
Despite leading by 14 in the 4th quarter, the Bucs came back and forced OT. But the Bucs went 3 and out and the Titans capatalized with a FG.

Offensive MVP:
Joe Nedney (GW FG)

Defensive MVP:
Andre Dyson (INT)

Other Notes:
The Titans were a huge dissapointment in 2001, but this was a bright spot.

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200110140oti.htm

83. Oakland Raiders at Tennessee Titans: October 28, 2007
Final Score: 13-9 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 4-2 and the Raiders were 2-4. The Titans were favored by 7.

The Game:
A dominant defensive performance helped the Titans win despite Vince Young's struggles. A Mike Williams 4th quarter, 4th down drop sealed the deal.

Offensive MVP:
LenDale White (133 rush yards)

Defensive MVP:
Albert Haynesworth (1 sack) Travis LaBoy (2 sacks)

Other Notes:
Haynesworth dominated this game, and it was fun to watch.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=271028010

82. Tennessee Titans at Oakland Raiders: December 22, 2001
Final Score: 13-10 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 6-7 and the Raiders 10-3. Titans needed a win to keep playoff hopes alive.

The Game:
Nedney hit a FG to put us ahead, and Janikowski missed a 42 yarder at the end of regulation to give the Titans the win.

Offensive MVP:
Derrick Mason (5 catches, 78 yards) Joe Nedney (GW FG)

Defensive MVP:
Keith Bulluck (Sack) Eddie Robinson (INT)

Other Notes:
Gave Titans hope at playoffs, but they lost their last 2 games.

Game Recap:
http://www.raidersrap.com/titans1222.html

81. Tennessee Titans at New York Giants: September 26, 2010
Final Score: 29-10 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 1-1 coming off a loss to Pittsburgh, and the Giants were 1-1 also. The Giants were favored by 3.

The Game:
The Titans dominated the G-Men from start to finish behind a strong performance from Chris Johnson.

Offensive MVP:
Chris Johnson (125 rush yards, 2 TD)

Defensive MVP:
Everyone

Other Notes:
CJ2K did great, but the defense won this one.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=300926019

that's it for tonight. 80-71 will be posted in the morning

[TwoToneBlue]

My god, 100 games. This is impressive. Amazing work.
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80. Tampa Bay Bucs at Tennessee Titans: December 28, 2003
Final Score: 33-13 Titans


Before the Game:
The Bucs were the defending champs, but weren't playing like it at 6-9. The Titans were 11-4. Steve McNair was injured and we signed Neil O'Donnell just for this game. We were also playing for a possible division title. Titans were favored by 6.5.

The Game:
Neil O Donnell had one last hurrah, as his 2 TD passes to Derrick Mason led them to victory. This is also the game where Eddie George reached 10,000 rushing yards.

Offensive MVP:
Neil O'Donnell (2 Pass TD)

Defensive MVP:
Tank Williams (2 INT)

Other Notes:
It was good to see Neil O'Donnell work his magic for us one more time, and Eddie George reach 10,000 yards.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=231228010

79. Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans: December 2, 2007
Final Score: 28-20 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 6-5, and the Texans were 5-6. This was a must win game. Titans were favored by 3.5.

The Game:
Vince Young had 2 TD passes, and Chris Brown had a TD run in the 4th to give us the lead for good.

Offensive MVP:
Vince Young (2 TD passes)

Defensive MVP:
Michael Griffin (INT)

Other Notes:
Looking back, we lose this game and we don't make the playoffs. It was significant.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=271202010

78. Tennessee Titans at Detroit Lions: October 21, 2001
Final Score: 27-24 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 1-3 and looking for momentum. The Lions were 0-4.

The Game:
Down by 1 with less than a minute, Steve McNair led the Titans to FG range, and Nedney won the game for us. Frank Wycheck had a career day.

Offensive MVP:
Frank Wycheck (7 catches 100 yards TD, Pass TD)

Defensive MVP:
Kevin Carter (2 sacks)

Other Notes:
This was what the Titans should have been in 2001. McNair was clutch and Wycheck was awesome.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=211021008

77. New York Giants at Tennessee Titans: October 1, 2000
Final Score: 28-14 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 2-1, the Giants were 3-1.

The Game:
Titans D absolutley dominated the Giants, holding Tiki Barber to 2 rushing yards.

Offensive MVP:
Steve McNair (3 pass TD)

Defensive MVP:
Samari Rolle (INT)

Other Notes:
We destroyed the eventual NFC champion. Oh what could have been...

Box Score:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200010010oti.htm

76. Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans: October 29, 2006
Final Score: 28-22 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 1-5, but coming off their first win of the season. The Texans were 2-4. The Titans were favored by 3.

The Game:
Vince Young had a rush and pass TD. PacMan Jones returned a punt for a TD, and the Titans D held off a 4th quarter comeback for the victory.

Offensive MVP:
Vince Young (Rush/Pass TD)

Defensive MVP:
Kyle Vanden Bosch (2 sacks)

Other Notes:
Despite our early season struggles, we still showed the Texans who's boss.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=261029010

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75. Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans: December 19, 2010
Final Score: 31-17 Titans


Before the Game:
Both teams were playing for bragging rights, both were 5-8. Titans were favored by 1.5.

The Game:
Kerry Collins had 2 pass TD's, CJ and Britt both dominated, and the Titans once again beat their little sister.

Offensive MVP:
Chris Johnson (130 rush yards, TD)

Defensive MVP:
Jason Babin (2 sacks)

Other Notes:
This was Jeff Fisher's last win as a head coach for the Titans. Say what you want about him, but he's the best coach in franchise history.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=301219010

74. Tennessee Titans at Cincinnati Bengals: September 14, 2008
Final Score: 24-7 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 1-0, the Bengals were 0-1. The Bengals were favored by one, and the Titans future wasn't certain with Vince Young out.

The Game:
The Titans dominated from start to finish, and Kerry Collins proved his worth.

Offensive MVP:
Kerry Collins (Pass TD) and Chris Johnson (109 rush. yards)

Defensive MVP:
Michael Griffin and Courtland Finnegan (INT each)

Other Notes:
The Titans got off to their first 2-0 start since the 1999 dream season.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=280914004

73. Carolina Panthers at Tennessee Titans: November 4, 2007
Final Score: 20-7 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 5-2 with 2 wins in a row. The Panthers were 4-3. Titans were favored by 4.

The Game:
Despite offensive struggles, the defense did an outstanding job in a grit and grind Titans victory.

Offensive MVP:
LenDale White (100 rush yards, TD)

Defensive MVP:
Albert Haynesworth (3 sacks)

Other Notes:
Haynesworth dominated this game. He made a mockery of the Panthers o-line. This game was the 3rd win in a row for the Titans putting them at 6-2, and a force to be reckoned with.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=271104010

72. Minnesota Vikings at Tennessee Titans: September 28, 2008
Final Score: 30-17 Titans


Before the Game:
The Titans were 3-0, Vikings 1-2. Titans were favored by 3.

The Game:
Chris Johnson led the way with 2 rush TD's, outdueling Adrian Peterson and the Vikings.

Offensive MVP:
Chris Johnson (2 rush TD's)

Defensive MVP:
Albert Haynesworth (2 sacks)

Other Notes:
Chris Johnson had 2 TD's, and the defense did their part leading to the first and only 4-0 start in Titans history (it would get a little better than that)

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=280928010

71. Tennessee Titans at Carolina Panthers: November 13, 2011
Final Score: 30-3 Titans


Before the Game:
Titans were 4-4, Panthers were 2-6. But Newton-mania was in full effect, and many picked the Panthers to win, as they were favored by 3.5.

The Game:
Cam Newton was dominated, and Chris Johnson decided to wake up and play good in a dominating win.

Offensive MVP:
Chris Johnson (130 rush yards, TD)

Defensive MVP:
Courtland Finnegan (sack, shut down Steve Smith)

Other Notes:
Cam Newton will remember the ferocious Titans defense forever.

ESPN Game Recap:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=311113029

[ttitansfan4life]

I'd go with McCarthy as D-MVP in last years Panther game. It was his 1st start and he came in and was making all the right calls and barking orders. He was the big reason our D dominated.
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