Broncos Secure Victory Over Titans in Season Opener
Sunday, September 7, 2025, 4:05 PM ET · Empower Field at Mile High
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Who won Tennessee Titans vs Denver Broncos?
Denver Broncos beat Tennessee Titans 20-12 at Empower Field at Mile High on September 7, 2025.
In an exciting season opener at Empower Field at Mile High, the Denver Broncos defeated the Tennessee Titans with a final score of 20-12. This match marked the Broncos' second consecutive win against the Titans, having previously triumphed 20-12 in their last meeting earlier in the same season. The Broncos, now boasting a home record of 1-0, have shown impressive form at home, winning 9 of their last 10 games, with an average of 23.8 points scored and 18.4 points allowed. Their recent performance has been characterized by a two-game winning streak, adding to their confidence heading into this matchup.
On the other hand, the Tennessee Titans faced a tough start to their season, falling to 0-1 with this loss. Their away record has been challenging, with a recent record of 2-8 over their last 10 games, averaging 18.8 points scored while allowing 28.6 points. The Titans have struggled on the road, having only managed to win 1 of their last 5 away games, which has contributed to their current form.
In terms of injuries, the Broncos had several notable absences, including Caleb Lohner and Frank Crum, both on Injured Reserve, while Jonathon Cooper was ruled out due to an undisclosed injury. Marvin Mims Jr. and Riley Moss were both listed as questionable, with Mims dealing with a foot issue and Moss with rib concerns. The Titans also faced a significant injury list, with Tanoh Kpassagnon, Andre James, Joshua Williams, and Dorian Mausi all on Injured Reserve. Nazeeh Johnson was marked as questionable due to an ankle injury, which could have affected their defensive strategies.
The market reflected the Broncos' strong home advantage, with their win probability set at 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory against the Titans, as reported by the provider. The conditions at Empower Field at Mile High were favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance.
Viewers of the game were treated to a display of solid defense from the Broncos, which has been a hallmark of their recent play. The Titans, meanwhile, struggled to find their rhythm on offense, which has been a recurring theme in their recent matches. The matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with the Broncos looking to build on their strong home record while the Titans aimed to turn their season around after a disappointing start.
Injury report
- Caleb LohnerInjured ReserveLower BodyDenver Broncos
- Frank CrumInjured ReserveUndisclosedDenver Broncos
- Jonathon CooperOutUndisclosedDenver Broncos
- Marvin Mims Jr.QuestionableFootDenver Broncos
- Riley MossQuestionableRibsDenver Broncos
- Tanoh KpassagnonInjured ReserveUndisclosedTennessee Titans
- Andre JamesInjured ReserveUndisclosedTennessee Titans
- Joshua WilliamsInjured ReservePectoralTennessee Titans
- Dorian MausiInjured ReserveUndisclosedTennessee Titans
- Nazeeh JohnsonQuestionableAnkleTennessee Titans
Leaders
- Passing yardsBo Nix25/40, 176 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INTDenver Broncos
- Rushing yardsRJ Harvey6 CAR, 70 YDSDenver Broncos
- Receiving yardsCourtland Sutton6 REC, 61 YDS, 1 TDDenver Broncos
- Passing yardsCam Ward12/28, 112 YDSTennessee Titans
- Rushing yardsTony Pollard18 CAR, 60 YDSTennessee Titans
- Receiving yardsTony Pollard1 REC, 29 YDSTennessee Titans
Recent form
Denver Broncos
Last 10: 9-1Streak W223.8 scored · 18.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W19-3vs Los Angeles ChargersJan 4
- W20-13at Kansas City ChiefsDec 26
- L20-34vs Jacksonville JaguarsDec 21
- W34-26vs Green Bay PackersDec 14
- W24-17at Las Vegas RaidersDec 7
- W27-26at Washington CommandersDec 1
- W22-19vs Kansas City ChiefsNov 16
- W10-7vs Las Vegas RaidersNov 7
- W18-15at Houston TexansNov 2
- W44-24vs Dallas CowboysOct 26
Tennessee Titans
Last 10: 2-8Streak L218.8 scored · 28.6 allowed per game1-3 away
- L7-41at Jacksonville JaguarsJan 4
- L26-34vs New Orleans SaintsDec 28
- W26-9vs Kansas City ChiefsDec 21
- L24-37at San Francisco 49ersDec 14
- W31-29at Cleveland BrownsDec 7
- L3-25vs Jacksonville JaguarsNov 30
- L24-30vs Seattle SeahawksNov 23
- L13-16vs Houston TexansNov 16
- L20-27vs Los Angeles ChargersNov 2
- L14-38at Indianapolis ColtsOct 26
Standings
| Team | Lost | Points against | Points for | Tied | Win % | Won | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 1 | 54 | 60 | 0 | .667 | 2 | 2-1 |
| Tennessee | 1 | 53 | 53 | 0 | .667 | 2 | 2-1 |
| Indianapolis | 2 | 72 | 35 | 1 | .167 | 0 | 0-2-1 |
| Houston | 3 | 65 | 40 | 0 | .000 | 0 | 0-3 |
| Denver | 1 | 46 | 74 | 0 | .667 | 2 | 2-1 |
| Los Angeles | 2 | 68 | 62 | 0 | .333 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Las Vegas | 2 | 65 | 48 | 0 | .333 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Kansas City | 2 | 45 | 36 | 1 | .167 | 0 | 0-2-1 |
Box score
| Stat | Tennessee Titans | Denver Broncos |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 7 | 20 |
| First downs passing | 5 | 9 |
| First downs rushing | 2 | 5 |
| First downs by penalty | 0 | 6 |
| Third downs | 2-14 | 6-15 |
| Fourth downs | 0-1 | 0-2 |
| Offensive plays | 55 | 71 |
| Total yards | 133 | 317 |
| Yards per play | 2.4 | 4.5 |
| Drives | 14 | 14 |
| Net passing yards | 62 | 166 |
| Completions | 12/28 | 25/40 |
| Yards per pass | 1.8 | 4.0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 2 |
| Sacks allowed | 6-50 | 1-10 |
| Rushing yards | 71 | 151 |
| Rushing attempts | 21 | 30 |
| Yards per rush | 3.4 | 5.0 |
| Red zone trips | 0-2 | 1-3 |
| Penalties | 13-131 | 6-45 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 4 |
| Fumbles lost | 2 | 2 |
| Defensive touchdowns | 0 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 28:04 | 31:56 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Broncos, below favours Tennessee Titans.
Venue
- Empower Field at Mile HighDenver, CO
- Attendance73747
- OfficialsSean Petty, Scott Helverson, Alex Kemp, Mike Carr, Lo van Pham, Brandon Ellison, Quentin Givens
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