New Orleans Saints vs Tennessee Titans 2025 Week 17 Preview

Caleb Yaccarino • December 28, 2025

An exciting rookie QB battle.


Saints vs Titans History

In recent years, the Saints and Titans have actually played each other a number of times.  Since only 2019, this week's matchup will mark the 4th time these teams have faced off in that time span, and the Saints lead 2-1 going into this game. Overall, the Titans have 9 wins, the Saints have 6, and there is also one tie. One of the main reasons for the Titans' lead is their four-game win streak from 1996 to 2007. It has been very even recently between these teams, but maybe the Saints can close the gap.


The 2025 Season

Like with the Jets game last week, this is a matchup between two teams with records that put them near the bottom of the NFL. Even with that in mind, this will be a fun game. The Titans are playing much better football, and with rookie QB Cam Ward leading the way, there is much more hope in Tennessee. Still, there are many issues throughout the roster, and although it seems the Saints are a bit ahead of the Titans, both teams are in very similar situations.


Injury Report

RB Alvin Kamara - OUT

DT Bryan Bresee - OUT

OG Cesar Ruiz - OUT

TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden - OUT

WR Chris Olave- Questionable

WR Mason Tipton - Questionable

K Charlie Smyth - Questionable


Final Thoughts

The Saints are once again entering a game with major obstacles ahead. The injuries have really piled up near the end of the season, and QB Tyler Shough will have to overcome everything thrown at him. This may be a very even matchup, and most of the focus will be on the rookie QB Battle.

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