Some streaks aren’t celebrated, as they linger quietly in the background without much thought because of its randomness. For the Tennessee Titans, one of those streaks finally came to an end in their win at home against the Kansas City Chiefs.
After 27 consecutive games over the last two seasons of either tying or scoring fewer touchdowns than their opponent, the Titans finally won the touchdown battle. While breaking the streak might hinder the team's future because of their falling draft position, it closed the door on a statistic that had become a symbol of how far the offense had fallen and how hard it had been to climb back to relevance.
For nearly two full seasons, the Titans lived in a brutal cycle: competitive moments, solid defensive stretches, and just not enough touchdowns to keep pace. The 27-game streak wasn’t just about a bad offense or subpar quarterback play; it reflected systemic issues within the organization. Conservative play-calling, stalled drives, and an inability to finish big play opportunities all contributed to a problem that compounded week after week.
How one Titans broken streak says more than the scoreboard
That’s why snapping the streak matters. Scoring more touchdowns than your opponent requires more than just yardage or time of possession. It also demands execution in the moments that decide games, such as the end of the first half/start of the second half execution. For the first time in a long while, the Titans capitalized instead of settling, with two of their three touchdowns coming at those moments against the Chiefs.
A month ago, the Titans snapped a 15-game streak of not at least tying the same amount of touchdowns as their opponent, when they matched the Houston Texans on November 16th. However, two of their four games between the Texans and Chiefs saw them tie their opponents in touchdowns, meaning it was only a matter of time before they broke the streak.
The significance isn’t that one game fixes everything. But it shows tangible progress that the team is figuring it out on the offensive side of the football. It especially shows that their offense is beginning to convert effort into significant points, not just possessions into punts or field goals. Over time, those conversions change confidence for the players, coaches, and fans alike.
Just as important, breaking the streak removes a psychological weight. Although it wasn't a noticeable streak, every week it lingered and became easier to tighten up in scoring situations due to their struggles. Now, the Titans can continue to focus forward instead of carrying a reminder of past failures.
One game won’t redefine their back-to-back horrific seasons. However, ending a 27-game drought of scoring more touchdowns than their opponent is how developing a culture starts. Their success over the last month shows they are finally moving in the right direction with their development.