jets rewind The four things we learned from Jets’ Week 1 win: Getting the answers they were looking for on defense By Brian Costello Published Sep. 14, 2026, 8:25 a.m. ET New York Jets defensive end Will McDonald IV sacks Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward during the third quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, on Sunday, September 13, 2026. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect NASHVILLE, Tenn – The Jets beat up the Titans 23-10 on Sunday to open the season 1-0 for the first time since 2023. Here are some thoughts and observations from the game:
1. I wrote mostly about the offense’s performance on Sunday because it was impressive and they controlled the game, but the defense should not be overlooked. This was a dominant performance.
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The defense did not make splash plays (yes, still no interceptions), but they were swarming Titans ball carriers and Titans QB Cam Ward did not look comfortable all day.
