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October 21, 2018 |
Nashville, TN – The Nashville Predators just continue to win. Whether it be at home or on the road, the Preds are off to a great start.
Tonight, they finish their first “back-to-back” series with the victory over the Edmonton Oilers 3-0.
This comes on the heels of their 5-3 victory over the Calgary Flames the night before where the Predators were able to extract a bit of revenge for their home opener against these Flames, where Calgary was able to shutout the Predators.
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) makes a save during warm ups prior to the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. (Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 20, 2018 |
Tennessee Titans
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Titans, who put up 35 points in consecutive weeks for the first time since the 2004 season, could not overcome their three turnovers, including two returned for scores, and fell to the San Diego Chargers, 43-35, at Qualcomm Stadium.
San Diego jumped out to an early 16-0 lead, as Chargers QB Philip Rivers directed two touchdown drives, finding Chargers TE Antonio Gates for a 13-yard score and Chargers WR Tyrell Williams for a six-yard strike. Chargers K Josh Lambo also added a 32-yard field goal, while the San Diego defense forced consecutive Titans three-and-outs.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Rishard Matthews (18) dives in the end zone for a touchdown as he is defended by San Diego Chargers cornerback Brandon Flowers (24) during the second quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. (Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 18, 2018 |
Tennessee Titans
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Titans and Los Angeles Chargers share a long and storied history. The two teams, founding members of the American Football League, have met 45 times since 1960. The Chargers lead the series 27-17-1.
The Titans were founded as the Houston Oilers and moved to Tennessee in 1997 before becoming the Titans in 1999. The Chargers began in Los Angeles in 1960, moved to San Diego in 1961, and moved back to Los Angeles in 2017.
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) carries the ball away from San Diego Chargers defensive back Darrell Stuckey (25) during the first half at Nissan Stadium. (Joshua Lindsey-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 17, 2018 |
Tennessee Titans (3-3) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (4-2)
Sunday, October 21st, 2018 | 2:30pm BST/8:30am CDT
London, England | Wembley Stadium | TV: CBS
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Titans (3-3) travel to London this week to face the Los Angeles Chargers (4-2). Kickoff at Wembley Stadium (capacity 84,000-plus) is scheduled for 2:30pm BST/8:30am CDT on Sunday, October 21st, 2018.
This week’s contest marks the franchise’s first regular season game at an overseas location. As the Houston Oilers, the team played preseason games in Tokyo (Tokyo Dome, 1992) and Mexico City (Stadium Azteca, 1994).
Tennessee Titans defenders take the field before a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Nissan Stadium. (Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 15, 2018 |
Nashville, Tn — The Nashville Predators completed their five game home stand with a 4-2 win over the visiting Minnesota Wild tonight at Bridgestone Arena. After a disappointing opening night loss, the Preds have now reeled off four straight wins, improving to 5-1 on the season.
Craig Smith put the Predators up 1-0 on a backhander that beat Wild starting goalie, Alex Stalock, with assists from P.K Subban and Ryan Johansen. Stalock got the start over Devan Dubnyk for Minnesota.
Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne (35) makes a save on a shot by Minnesota Wild right wing Nino Niederreiter (22) during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
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October 13, 2018 |
Tennessee Titans
Nashville, TN – In Week 9 of the 2017 season, the Tennessee Titans hosted the Baltimore Ravens and won against the AFC North opponent by a score of 23-20.
Coming off of a Week 8 bye, Tennessee’s aim going forward was to improve on scoring in the first half of contests. On the Titans’ opening drive, the first offensive play was a 29-yard completion from QB Marcus Mariota to WR Rishard Matthews. Tennessee’s third play of the game saw CB Adoree’ Jackson enter on offense and take a carry for a 20-yard gain, but ultimately the Titans settled for a 48-yard field goal by K Ryan Succop to take an early 3-0 lead.
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) signals from the line against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half at Nissan Stadium on November 5th, 2017. (Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 11, 2018 |
Nashville, TN -The Nashville Predators unloaded on the Winnipeg Jets tonight at Bridgestone Arena, 3-0. Winnipeg eliminated Nashville in round two of the Stanley Cup playoffs last year, and the Predators were looking for some payback.
Ryan Hartman, Roman Josi and Ryan Johansen provided the scoring for the Predators, but Winnipeg came unglued, handing Nashville 9 power plays on the night. Nashville never scored a power play goal.
Oct 11, 2018; Nashville, TN, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) skates with the puck away from Winnipeg Jets right wing Blake Wheeler (26) during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
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October 10, 2018 |
Nashville, TN – The Nashville Predators disappointed a sellout crowd at Bridgestone Arena tonight, losing to the Calgary Flames, 3-0.
Flames goaltender Mike Smith was a brick wall in net for Calgary, stopping 43 shots on goal, and earning the shutout.
Elias Lindholm got the Flames on the board with a goal on the power play in the first period for the 1-0 lead. Sean Monahan then gave the Flames a 2-0 lead and Nashville was behind the eight ball after two periods.
Nashville Predators defenseman P.K. Subban (76) attempts a shot during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Bridgestone Arena. (Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 9, 2018 |
Tennessee Titans (3-2) vs. Baltimore Ravens (3-2)
Sunday, October 14th, 2018 | 3:25pm CDT
Nashville, TN | Nissan Stadium | TV: CBS
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Titans (3-2) return home this week to face the Baltimore Ravens (3-2) in a late afternoon matchup. Kickoff at Nissan Stadium (capacity 69,143) is scheduled for 3:25pm CDT on Sunday, October 14th, 2018.
The game will be televised regionally on CBS, including Nashville affiliate WTVF NewsChannel 5. Play-by-play announcer Kevin Harlan and analyst Rich Gannon will call the action, and Steve Tasker will report from the sidelines.
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) drops back to pass as Buffalo Bills defensive end Shaq Lawson (90) pressures during the second quarter at New Era Field. (Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports)
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October 6, 2018 |
Tennessee Titans
Nashville, TN – In Week 5 of the 2015 season, the Tennessee Titans hosted the Buffalo Bills at Nissan Stadium and ultimately fell to the Bills by a score of 14-13. After taking a 10-0 lead midway through the third quarter, the Titans failed to hold on as they conceded two late-game touchdowns and fell to a 1-4 record on the season.
Following a scoreless first quarter, it was Tennessee who got on the board first. K Ryan Succop nailed a 21-yard field goal early in the second quarter for a 3-0 Titans lead.
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) passes against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Nissan Stadium on October 11th, 2015. Buffalo won 14-13. (Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports)
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