FAQs about Tennessee Titans 2024 Game Schedule And Tickets
When were the Tennessee Titans established and joined the NFL?
The Tennessee Titans were established as a professional football franchise in 1960 in Houston, Texas under the name of Houston Oilers. The team was one of the original members of the American Football League (AFL), which was a rival league to the National Football League (NFL) at the time. The Oilers joined the NFL as part of the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, a merger that led to the creation of the modern NFL as we know it today, with both the AFL and NFL teams coming together under a single league. As a result of the merger, the Houston Oilers became one of the teams in the newly formed American Football Conference (AFC) of the NFL. The franchise relocated to Nashville in 1997 and became the Tennessee Oilers. In 1999, they changed their name to the Tennessee Titans, and they have been known by that name ever since.
Who owns the Tennessee Titans?
Amy Adams Strunk currently owns the Tennessee Titans and serves as co-chairperson along with Susie Adams Smith. Adams inherited the franchise from her father, Bud Adams, who founded the team as the Houston Oilers in 1960 and later moved it to Tennessee, becoming the Titans.
Who is the head coach of the Tennessee Titans?
The head coach of the Tennessee Titans is Mike Vrabel. With a notable NFL playing career as a linebacker, during which he won three Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots, Vrabel transitioned to coaching after retirement. He began his NFL coaching experience as a linebackers coach and then defensive coordinator for the Houston Texans. In 2018, he took over the reins of the Titans as head coach. Under his leadership, the team has shown adaptability and discipline, made playoff appearances and showcased a strong defensive approach influenced by his own background as a defensive player. He was picked NFL’s Coach of the Year in 2021.
What are some of the other personnel and assistant coaches?
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Terrell Williams, assistant head coach / defensive line
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Shane Bowen, defensive coordinator
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Tim Kelly, offensive coordinator
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Craig Aukerman, special teams coordinator
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Ran Carthon, general manager
How many championships have the Tennessee Titans won?
The Tennessee Titans have not yet won any Super Bowls. They’ve only had one appearance (Super Bowl XXXIV), where they narrowly lost to the St. Louis Rams with a final score of 23-16. The game is famous for the dramatic final play where Titans wide receiver Kevin Dyson was tackled just one yard short of the goal line as time expired, preventing a potential game-tying touchdown.
How many divisional championships have the Tennessee Titans won?
The Tennessee Titans have won a total of 11 divisional championships. These championships were achieved in different years while the team was in various divisions within the NFL and AFC. They won divisional championships three times in the AFC Central Division (1991, 1993, and 2000), and they won four divisional championships in the AFC South Division (2002, 2008, 2020 and 2021). Additionally, they won four divisional championships in the AFL Eastern Division (1960, 1961, 1962 and 1967) before the AFL and the NFL merged.
What are the Tennessee Titans best overall season record?
The Titans’ best record is 13-3 and it has been achieved three times: 1999, 2000 and 2008. However, their most successful season was in 1999, when they reached the Super Bowl for their first and only time.
Who have been some of the most famous players in Tennessee Titans history?
Prominent Tennessee Titans players include Steve McNair, the tough and leading quarterback during their 1999 Super Bowl run. Eddie George, a powerful running back, was crucial to that run and beyond. Bruce Matthews, an iconic lineman, earned 14 Pro Bowl nods and Hall of Fame honors. Jevon Kearse, "The Freak," was a fearsome pass rusher in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Chris Johnson, "CJ2K," showcased incredible speed and long touchdowns. Derrick Henry led the NFL in rushing in 2019 and 2020, becoming a premier running back.
Have the Tennessee Titans retired any jersey numbers?
The Titans have officially retired the jersey numbers of eight of their most iconic players:
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1, Warren Moon, QB, 1984–1993
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9, Steve McNair, QB, 1995–2005
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27, Eddie George, RB, 1996–2003
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34, Earl Campbell, RB, 1978–1984
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43, Jim Norton, S/P, 1960–1968
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63, Mike Munchak, G, 1982–1993
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65, Elvin Bethea, DE, 1968–1983
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74, Bruce Matthews, G, 1983–2001
Where do the Tennessee Titans play?
The Tennessee Titans play their home games at Nissan Stadium, which is situated in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. The stadium has a seating capacity of around 69,143, making it the 14th largest stadium in the NFL. Originally known as Adelphia Coliseum when it opened in 1999, the stadium was later renamed The Coliseum between 2002 and 2006 and LP Field in 2006, before adopting the current name, Nissan Stadium, in 2015.
