The Tennessee Titans (5-3) and Denver Broncos (3-5) will meet in Week 10 in a matchup between two teams that are very similar, as both the Titans and Broncos have had a great deal of struggles on the offensive side of the ball.
Where both teams have thrived, however, is on the defensive side, with each squad sporting an elite defense. The Broncos are the best team in the NFL against the pass, while Tennessee is No. 2 against the run.
In all, the Titans and Broncos have top-10 scoring defenses this year, with Tennessee ranking tied for 10th, and Denver ranking second.
With the way these offenses and defenses have played this season, buckle up and get ready for another ugly Titans game.
Tipico Sportsbook has the Titans favored by three points going into this one, but are experts on board with Tennessee winning this game? Let’s find out now in our weekly expert picks round-up.
USA TODAY
USA TODAY’s Week 10 picks:
Jarrett Bell: Titans (23-17)
Chris Bumbaca: Titans (18-15)
Nate Davis: Titans (23-20)
Safid Deen: Titans (24-17)
Tyler Dragon: Titans (24-17)
Lorenzo Reyes: Titans (24-13)
ESPN
ESPN’s Week 10 picks
Stephania Bell: Titans
Matt Bowen: Titans
Mike Clay: Titans
Jeremy Fowler: Titans
Domonique Foxworth: Broncos
Dan Graziano: Titans
Jason Reid: Broncos
Laura Rutledge: Titans
Sam Wickersham: Titans
CBS Sports
CBS Sports’ Week 10 picks:
Pete Prisco: Titans 26, Broncos 18 – “The Titans are back home after going 1-1 on a two-game road trip, barely losing to the Chiefs in overtime. They might have Ryan Tannehill back at quarterback, which they need. The Broncos are coming off a bye, but this is a tough trip to get back going again. Look for the Titans to win it.”
Will Brinson: Titans
Jared Dubin: Titans
Ryan Wilson: Titans
John Breech: Broncos
Dave Richard: Broncos
Jamey Eisenberg: Titans
MMQB
MMQB’s Week 10 picks:
Albert Breer: Titans
Mitch Goldich: Titans
Gary Gramling: Broncos
Conor Orr: Titans
John Pluym: Titans
Bleacher Report
Bleacher Report’s Week 10 picks:
Gary Davenport: Titans
Greg Ivory: Titans
Kris Knox: Titans
Maurice Moton: Titans
Wes O’Donnell: Titans
Brent Sobleski: Broncos
Score Prediction: Titans 20, Broncos 16
Sporting News
Vinnie Iyer: Titans 23, Broncos 14 – “The Broncos will try to get improved play from Russell Wilson after the bye but their passing game issues will give Tennessee a break back at home. There’s a good chance Ryan Tannehill returns to facilitate a run-heavy attack with Derrick Henry while avoiding the strength of Denver’s defense vs. the pass. Mike Vrabel also has a huge coaching edge over Nathaniel Hackett.”
Bill Bender: Titans 23, Broncos 19 – “Ryan Tannehill should be able to return for the Titans. The last two weeks were a good experience for rookie Malik Willis, but Tannehill should provide a boost against a tough Denver defense that has allowed more than 21 points only once this season. This is a tempting upset pick, but we will stick with the home team. “
NFL.com
Gregg Rosenthal: Titans 20, Broncos 17 – “The Broncos have the goods to make a second-half run. They boast the best pass defense in football and have enough playmakers on offense to believe the attack can be average, especially if rookie tight end Greg Dulcich continues to thrive. This game is destined to stay low-scoring, like most Denver games. My pick comes down to who starts at quarterback for the Titans. If Ryan Tannehill returns, take the Titans in a close one. If Malik Willis starts again, flip the pick.”
Overall expert tally
Titans: 30
Broncos: 6