Texans Will Anderson has "a ton of respect" for Titans QB Cam Ward

Texans defensive end Will Anderson holds a high regard for Titans quarterback Cam Ward, despite their teams having lost four consecutive games to each other. Anderson acknowledges Ward's talent and growth since his rookie season, praising his ability to throw downfield, escape the pocket, and make plays with his legs. Anderson also compliments the Titans' rushing attack led by running back Tony Pollard, who showed improvement in Week 4 despite the team's loss.

Both teams are 0-4 entering their upcoming matchup. While Ward struggled in his first season as a Texan, throwing only one touchdown, intercepting once, and suffering five sacks, the Texans' defense has shown a decline from their previous season. The Texans aim to end their streak of starting seasons 0-5, a first since 2005, when they finished with just two wins and selected the top draft pick in 2006.

Robert Saleh, the current Titans head coach, previously worked as a defensive intern for the Texans in 2005 and was a close friend of DeMeco Ryans during their time in San Francisco.