Week 2 Preseason Takeaways: Ward’s Growth, Lock’s Command Drive Titans to 19–16 Win
Week 2 of the 2026 NFL preseason ended with the Titans defeating the Seahawks 19–16 as Cam Ward showed upside but struggled (8 of 12, 69 yards, no TDs), while Seattle’s Drew Lock piloted a clean opening-drive TD sequence, going 4-for-4 for 63 yards on that series. Undrafted Jacardia Wright sparked Seattle with a 69-yard TD run, and Titans defender Jeffery Simmons anchored the unit as rookie Anthony Hill Jr. added seven tackles and a late interception. Tennessee’s kicking game, led by Joey Slye with four field goals including a 55-yarder, supplied most of the scoring. The takeaway: Ward’s development continues, Lock looks like a reliable backup, Seattle’s depth at running back flashed, and Tennessee’s defense and special teams carried the day.