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Ward Leads Titans to Rare Home Win Over Chiefs
21 Dec
Summary
- Cam Ward's two touchdown passes fueled Titans' first home win since Nov. 2024.
- The Chiefs, without Patrick Mahomes, lost backup Gardner Minshew to injury.
- Tony Pollard achieved his third consecutive 100-yard rushing game.
The Tennessee Titans secured a significant 26-9 victory against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, decisively ending an 11-game home losing streak. Quarterback Cam Ward delivered a standout performance, throwing for 228 yards and two touchdowns, achieving his highest passer rating this season and setting a franchise rookie record for passing yards. This win improved the Titans' home record to 1-7 for the season, with their last home victory occurring on November 3, 2024.
The Chiefs, already without their star quarterback Patrick Mahomes due to a torn ACL, suffered another blow when backup Gardner Minshew was sidelined with a knee injury early in the second quarter. This forced the Chiefs to rely on Chris Oladokun, recently signed from the practice squad, to take snaps. Despite the quarterback challenges, the Chiefs managed to score nine points via field goals from Harrison Butker.
Beyond Ward's passing success, the Titans' offense also benefited from a strong ground game, with Tony Pollard rushing for 102 yards, marking his third consecutive 100-yard performance. Tyjae Spears contributed a rushing touchdown, and defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons recorded a safety. The victory marks a rare positive moment for the Titans at home and deepens the struggles for the Chiefs, who are now assured of their first losing record since 2012.
