Titans plan to pressure Matthew Stafford in Week 2, aiming to collapse the pocket and win the one-on-one battles up the middle with Jeffery Simmons while edges set a hard outside rush. A doubtful Steve Avila could tilt interior leverage toward Tennessee, making interior disruption critical.

Stafford is a pocket passer who will get the ball out quickly, so the Titans must deny clean throwing windows to Puka Nacua and the surrounding targets. If they can deny Stafford time, they improve their odds of forcing hurried throws and potential sacks, opening the door for a pivotal Titans win to begin the season.

Beyond the matchup nuts and bolts, Titans buzz includes rookie Elic Ayomanor and Cam Ward’s development, which could influence Week 2 offensively. The Rams’ veteran receivers could still present challenges if Stafford finds time, but Tennessee’s plan centers on interior pressure and disciplined edge containment to tilt the contest.