Tennessee Titans vs N.y. Jets Picks and Predictions September 15th 2024

The Jets are favored on the road as they take on the Titans at 1:00 ET on Sunday, September 15th at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The Jets’ money line odds are -200, while the Titans are at +166. The game is being televised on CBS, and the Jets are -4 point favorites, with the over/under line set at 41.5 points.

New York vs. Tennessee Key Information

• Teams: Jets at Titans
• Where: Nissan Stadium Nashville
• Date: Sunday, September 15th
• Betting Odds NYJ -200 | TEN +166 O/U 41.5

The Jets Can Win If…

The Jets are now 0-1 after their 32-19 loss to the 49ers. New York initially led 7-3 after the 1st quarter, but the 49ers took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Jets 13-0, and leading 19-7 at halftime. New York was +3.5 point underdogs and their 13-point loss was not enough to cover the spread.

The game was put out of reach in the 3rd quarter when the 49ers extended their lead to 29-7 with multiple touchdowns. The Jets did find the endzone a few more times in the 4th quarter, but by then, the game was well out of reach.

The Jets’ offense finished with 198 yards passing on 29 attempts in their 32-19 loss to the 49ers. They managed to convert 60% of their third down attempts and had 14 first downs. Aaron Rodgers, who completed 13 of 21 passes for 167 yards, threw one touchdown and led the team in passing.

New York struggled to get the running game going, with just 68 yards on 19 attempts. Breece Hall was the leading rusher with 54 yards and one touchdown. Allen Lazard led the team with 89 yards receiving, including two touchdown catches and a long reception of 36 yards.

In their 32-19 loss to the 49ers, the Jets’ defense allowed 180 rushing yards on 38 attempts, giving up a tough 4.7 yards per attempt. Despite this, they did manage to record three sacks and held the 49ers to a 46.2% third-down conversion rate. New York’s defense also limited San Francisco to 221 passing yards and kept them out of the endzone through the air.

Overall, the Jets gave up 401 total yards, but the 49ers were unable to exploit them in the passing game. New York will need to focus on improving their run defense in their next game.

• Across New York’s last three regular season games, their record sits at 1-2. The team’s record vs the spread was just 1-2, in addition to an over-under mark of 2-1.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Jets have gone 3-7 straight up. This includes going 2-8 vs. the spread along with an over-under mark of 5-5.

The Titans Can Win If…

Despite leading 17-3 at halftime, the Titans ended up losing their most recent game to the Bears by a score of 24-17. Tennessee’s early lead came from a Tony Pollard touchdown and a 40-yard field goal from Nick Folk. The Titans also added a touchdown late in the 2nd quarter when Will Levis found Chigoziem Okonkwo for a 17-yard score.

However, the Titans didn’t score at all in the 2nd half, and the Bears took the lead for good with 14 unanswered points in the 4th quarter. Chicago’s comeback started with a safety in the 3rd quarter, and they capitalized on a Titans turnover in the 4th, as Cairo Santos sealed the win with two field goals.

The Titans’ offense struggled in their 24-17 loss to the Bears, managing only 104 yards through the air. They finished with 16 first downs and 140 rushing yards on 26 attempts. Tennessee’s passing game was limited to 3.2 yards per attempt, with quarterback Will Levis throwing for 127 yards (19/32) and being sacked three times. Levis also threw two interceptions and one touchdown.

Tony Pollard was the leading rusher with 82 yards, averaging 5.1 yards per attempt and scoring one touchdown. Calvin Ridley led the team in receiving with 50 yards. The Titans converted just 21.4% of their third down attempts.

In their 24-17 loss to the Bears, the Titans’ defense held Chicago to just 64 yards passing. The Titans’ defense was tough on third downs, allowing just a 15.4% conversion rate. They also limited the Bears to 84 yards rushing on 22 attempts. Despite their efforts, the Titans’ offense struggled, with the team losing the game despite allowing only 148 total yards.

Tennessee’s defense recorded two sacks and held the Bears to 48.3% completions. However, the Titans did not do a great job in generating pressure, losing the QB hit differential.

• Tennessee has put together a record of 1-2 in their last three games (regular season). Their record against the spread in this stretch is 1-1-1 to go along with an over-under mark of 1-2.
• Across Tennessee’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 5-5. Across these games, their ATS record was just 5-4-1, while posting an over-under record of 4-6.

The Lean

Our pick vs. the spread is to take the Titans to cover as home underdogs. The point spread line for this week two matchup between the Jets and Titans is sitting at -4 in favor of the Jets. Our prediction is that the Titans will cover as home underdogs, with a final score prediction of 20-17 in favor of the Titans.

As for the over/under line, we have a pick for this game to take the under, with a projected combined score of 37 points, surpassing the O/U line of 41.5 points.

Jets Remain Optimistic Heading into Clash with Titans

The New York Jets are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 32-19 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1. With veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers under center, the Jets are hopeful for a stronger performance on both sides of the ball as they prepare to face the Tennessee Titans in Nashville on Sunday.

Rodgers’ Return Sparks Optimism

Despite the Week 1 loss, Jets head coach Robert Saleh expressed optimism about the team’s outlook, particularly with Aaron Rodgers back at the helm. Rodgers, who suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in the opener last year, made it through the game this time and finished with 167 yards, a touchdown, and an interception on 13-of-21 passing.

Saleh highlighted the positives from Rodgers’ first game back:

While Rodgers showed some rust after missing significant time, Saleh is confident that the quarterback will find his rhythm as the offense continues to gel.

Defensive Struggles Raise Questions

The bigger concern for the Jets was their defensive performance in Week 1, allowing 401 total yards and 24 first downs to the 49ers. San Francisco controlled the time of possession, holding the ball for over 38 minutes, which wore down the Jets’ defense. Despite this, Saleh remains optimistic:

With a game against the Tennessee Titans on the horizon, the Jets will have an opportunity to see where they stand defensively, especially against a Titans team that struggled offensively in their season opener.

Titans Seek Redemption After Blowing Lead

The Tennessee Titans also enter Week 2 looking for a rebound after surrendering a 17-0 lead in their 24-17 loss to the Chicago Bears. Will Levis, in his second year as the Titans’ starting quarterback, had a tough outing, throwing for just 127 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions. One of those turnovers was returned for a touchdown, swinging the momentum in favor of Chicago.

Levis’ struggles were reflected in his 52.5 passer rating, and Titans head coach Brian Callahan acknowledged the issues but supported his young quarterback:

Despite Levis’ struggles, the Titans’ defense performed well, holding the Bears to just 148 total yards and 11 first downs. Notably, Chicago’s offense did not score a single touchdown, as the Titans’ defense kept them out of the end zone.

Key Players and Injuries

Jets Injury Report:

• D.J. Reed (CB): Questionable (knee)
• Micheal Clemons (DL): Questionable (triceps)
• Javon Kinlaw (DL): Limited but carries no game designation for Sunday

Titans Injury Report:

• No players with a game designation for Sunday
• Jamal Adams (S): Making his Titans debut, will face his former team, the Jets

Historical Matchup

The Titans lead the all-time series against the Jets, 25-20-1. In their most recent meeting three years ago, the Jets emerged victorious in an overtime thriller. Both teams are entering this game in search of their first win of the season, and Sunday’s matchup will provide crucial insights into how each squad is progressing.

Key Storylines to Watch

Aaron Rodgers’ Progression:

Rodgers shook off the rust in Week 1 and will look to get more comfortable in the Jets’ offense. Can the four-time MVP find his groove and lead the Jets to their first win of the season?

Jets’ Defensive Adjustments:

After a shaky defensive performance against the 49ers, the Jets will need to tighten up, particularly against the run. The game against the Titans will test their ability to make necessary adjustments.

Will Levis’ Bounce-Back Game:

Levis struggled in Week 1, and all eyes will be on how he responds to adversity. Can he clean up his mistakes and lead the Titans’ offense to a better showing?

What’s at Stake

Both teams are looking to avoid an 0-2 start, with the Jets hoping for a better all-around performance and the Titans seeking to build on their defensive strengths. With Aaron Rodgers back in action and Will Levis looking for redemption, this matchup could be pivotal for both teams’ seasons.