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Titans vs. Jaguars NFL Game Not Broadcast in Parts of East Tennessee

Due to scheduling decisions by Fox, the Titans vs. Jaguars NFL game will not be broadcast in much of East Tennessee.

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Sports · November 15, 2026
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The Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars Week 10 NFL game will not be broadcast on FOX in much of East Tennessee, as the network has opted to air the Vikings-Packers game instead (sports.yahoo.com). This decision may impact local viewership, particularly in areas where the Titans' home game is expected to draw limited crowds (sports.yahoo.com). [1]

The Titans face significant roster challenges ahead of the matchup, with five starters ruled out for the game (sports.yahoo.com). Among those sidelined is rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate, who missed practice during the week and is expected to remain absent against the Jaguars (sports.yahoo.com). [1]

In addition to the Titans' injuries, the Jaguars will be without key defensive players Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates, who are not expected to suit up for the Week 10 game against Nashville (sports.yahoo.com). This absence may affect the Jaguars' defensive strategy as they prepare to face a struggling Titans team (sports.yahoo.com). [1]

The Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars Week 10 NFL game on November 15, 2026, will not be broadcast on FOX in several areas of East Tennessee, including Knoxville, Chattanooga, and the Tri-Cities. Instead, FOX will air the Minnesota Vikings versus Green Bay Packers game in those regions. This decision affects viewers in parts of East Tennessee who would have otherwise had access to the Titans-Jaguars matchup locally. The absence of the game on FOX in these areas highlights the challenges the Titans face in maintaining fan engagement, as attendance has been dwindling in Nashville. The Titans, with a 1-7 record heading into the game, are hosting the Jaguars, who enter the matchup at 6-2 and are a double-digit road favorite. The Titans have ruled out five starters for the game, including offensive guard Peter Skoronski and punter Tommy Townsend, who were placed on injured reserve ahead of the matchup. This roster depletion adds to the difficulty of the Titans' situation as they attempt to avoid another loss. [1]

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The Titans also face the absence of rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate, who was ruled out due to a shoulder injury and missed the Week 8 game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Additionally, the Jaguars are without key defensive players Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates, who were acquired in trades ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline but will not be available for the Week 10 matchup. This absence could impact the Jaguars' defensive strategy as they prepare to face a struggling Titans team. The Titans' injury report includes several other players, such as Anthony Hill Jr., who are also sidelined for the game. The Titans' offensive line is expected to be heavily tested against the Jaguars' pass rush, which has been a strength for Jacksonville this season. The Titans' ability to protect quarterback Mason Rudolph and generate offensive momentum will be critical in this matchup, especially given their current 1-7 record and the Jaguars' strong performance on the road. [1]

The Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars Week 10 NFL game, scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2026, was not broadcast on FOX in several areas of East Tennessee, including Knoxville, Chattanooga, and the Tri-Cities region. Instead, those areas were shown the Minnesota Vikings versus Green Bay Packers game, as per the scheduling decisions made by FOX. This decision impacts local viewers who might have expected to watch the Titans host the Jaguars at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The game was expected to take place at 1 p.m. ET, with the Titans (1-7) hosting the Jaguars (6-2), marking a significant matchup in the AFC South division. [1]

The Titans faced major roster challenges heading into the game, with five starters ruled out due to injuries. Among those sidelined were offensive guard Peter Skoronski and punter Tommy Townsend, who were placed on injured reserve ahead of the game. Additionally, rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate was ruled out after missing practice due to a shoulder injury, compounding the team’s struggles. These absences significantly weakened the Titans’ lineup, particularly on offense, where the team was already struggling with a 1-7 record heading into the matchup. [1]

The Jaguars, on the other hand, had made significant upgrades to their defense through three major trades made at the 2026 NFL trade deadline. However, key players such as Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates were not expected to suit up for the Jaguars in the Week 10 game against the Titans, as they had not yet practiced with the team. Despite these challenges, the Jaguars entered the game as a double-digit road favorite, reflecting their strong performance through the first nine weeks of the season, with a 6-2 record. The game was anticipated to be a significant test for the Titans, who were looking to break their losing streak in a highly anticipated intra-division matchup. [1]

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