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Tennessee Titans

Founded As Houston Oilers

The Tennessee Titans began as the Houston Oilers in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL).1)

Move to Tennessee

The team relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1997 and played their first two seasons in Memphis before moving permanently to Nashville.2)

Name Change

The Oilers were renamed the Tennessee Titans in 1999 to better reflect their new home in Tennessee.3)

Titan of Greek Mythology

The name “Titans” was inspired by the powerful figures from Greek mythology, symbolizing strength and power.4)

Super Bowl Appearance

The Titans made their only Super Bowl appearance in 1999, losing Super Bowl XXXIV to the St. Louis Rams in a dramatic finish.5)

The Music City Miracle

In the 1999 playoffs, the Titans won an iconic game against the Buffalo Bills with the “Music City Miracle,” a last-second lateral play that led to a touchdown.6)

Stadium

The Titans' home field is Nissan Stadium, located in downtown Nashville, along the Cumberland River. It was opened in 1999.7)

First Head Coach

The franchise's first head coach was Lou Rymkus, who coached the Houston Oilers to their first AFL Championship in 1960.8)

Retired Numbers

The Titans have retired six numbers in honor of their legendary players, including Steve McNair (#9) and Eddie George (#27).9)

AFL Champions

As the Houston Oilers, they won the first two AFL championships in 1960 and 1961.10)

First Season As Titans

In their inaugural season as the Tennessee Titans (1999), the team made it all the way to the Super Bowl.11)

Nissan Stadium's Seating Capacity

Nissan Stadium can seat approximately 69,143 fans.12)

First Overall Draft Pick

The Titans selected quarterback Marcus Mariota as the second overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.13)

Longest Tenured Head Coach

Jeff Fisher was the Titans' longest-tenured head coach, serving from 1994 to 2010.14)

Steve McNair’s Legacy

Steve McNair was the team's most beloved quarterback, leading the Titans to their Super Bowl appearance in 1999 and sharing the NFL MVP award in 2003.15)

First Playoff Appearance

The Oilers/Titans franchise first made the playoffs in 1960, their inaugural season.16)

First Playoff Win as Titans

Their first playoff win as the Tennessee Titans came in 1999, defeating the Buffalo Bills in the “Music City Miracle.”17)

NFL MVP Co-Winner

In 2003, Steve McNair became co-MVP of the NFL, sharing the title with Peyton Manning.18)

AFC South Division

The Titans are members of the AFC South, along with the Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Houston Texans.19)

Rivalries

The Titans have fierce rivalries, particularly with the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans, due to shared divisions and history.20)

Eddie George’s Influence

Eddie George is one of the Titans' most iconic players, rushing for over 10,000 yards during his career.21)

Derrick Henry's Dominance

Derrick Henry, the team’s star running back, won the NFL Offensive Player of the Year in 2020 and has led the league in rushing multiple times.22)

AFL-NFL Merger

The franchise was part of the 1970 AFL-NFL merger and became a member of the AFC Central division.23)

New Ownership In 2013

The Titans' majority ownership changed hands to Amy Adams Strunk, daughter of founder Bud Adams, in 2013.24)

Marcus Mariota’s Debut

In his debut NFL game in 2015, Mariota threw four touchdown passes, tying an NFL record for a rookie in their first game.25)

2020 AFC Championship Game

The Titans made it to the AFC Championship Game in 2020 but lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.26)

Earl Campbell's Greatness

Hall of Famer Earl Campbell was one of the greatest players in franchise history during its Houston Oilers days, winning the NFL MVP award in 1979.27)

Former College of Titans Greats

Both Steve McNair (Alcorn State) and Eddie George (Ohio State) won the prestigious Heisman Trophy in college.28)

Famous Titan Fan

Country music star Tim McGraw is a longtime supporter of the Tennessee Titans and often appears at their games.29)

T-Rac The Mascot

The team’s mascot, T-Rac, is a raccoon, which is also Tennessee’s state animal.30)

Defensive Legends

Former Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck was one of the NFL's top defensive players in the early 2000s.31)

First Win as Titans

The team’s first win after becoming the Tennessee Titans was a 36-35 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in 1999.32)

Bud Adams’ Legacy

Team founder Bud Adams was one of the founding members of the AFL and remained a key figure in the NFL until his death in 2013.33)

Famous Music Video Appearance

The Titans' stadium, Nissan Stadium, was featured in Taylor Swift’s music video for her song “You Need to Calm Down.”34)

Uniform Change

In 2018, the Titans introduced new uniforms with updated designs and colors to modernize their look.35)

Winningest Season

The Titans’ best regular season came in 2008 when they finished 13-3, led by coach Jeff Fisher.36)

Rushing Record

Derrick Henry became the eighth player in NFL history to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season, achieving the feat in 2020.37)

NFL Combine Wonder

In 2016, Titans offensive lineman Taylor Lewan became a social media sensation for his athleticism during the NFL Combine.38)

High-Scoring Game

In 2009, the Titans won a high-scoring game against the St. Louis Rams 47-7, one of their biggest blowout victories.39)

Warren Moon’s Legacy

Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon starred for the Oilers and was known for his prolific passing numbers during the 1980s.40)

Music and Football

Nashville is known as “Music City,” and the Titans often embrace the city’s musical culture, including performances by country artists at games.41)

COVID-19 Impact

In 2020, the Titans were one of the NFL teams most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with multiple games rescheduled due to outbreaks.42)

International Games

The Titans played their first international game in London in 2018, where they narrowly lost to the Los Angeles Chargers.43)

First Round Playoff Exit

Despite earning a top seed in the AFC in 2021, the Titans were upset by the Cincinnati Bengals in the Divisional Round of the playoffs.44)