Breece Hall powers Jets past Titans 23-10 in a dominant season opener against their former coach

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Breece Hall showcased his prowess by rushing for 102 yards and a touchdown as the New York Jets handed a 23-10 victory to their former coach and the Tennessee Titans in Sunday's season opener. Geno Smith contributed significantly with a 215-yard passing performance, as the Jets dominated the game from start to finish. The Jets never trailed, leading 10-3 at halftime and controlling the ball for over 38 minutes.

Drafted by New York in 2013 and traded to Las Vegas in March, Geno Smith finished the game 19 of 24, orchestrating the offensive execution under new coordinator Frank Reich. The match-up featured two franchises that concluded last season with 3-14 records, leading to the Titans hiring Saleh in January with the aim of breaking four consecutive losing seasons.

The Jets, aiming to end a 10-season streak of being under .500, took the opening win since 2023. The game also witnessed the return of All-Pro returner Chimere Dike, who faced a concussion check and eventually joined the game. However, Titans' All-Pro returner Chimere Dike was forced off the field due to a concussion after being hit by a teammate. The Jets secured their first season-opening win since 2023, leaving the Titans' Music City with a 367-195 advantage in total offense for the season.