Seattle Seahawks vs Tennessee Titans Picks and Prediction for Sunday August 23 2026

The Seattle Seahawks visit the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on Sunday, with the opening kickoff at 8:00 PM ET. Seattle is 0-1 in the preseason after losing 17-7 to Dallas, while Tennessee is 1-0 following a 19-13 road victory over San Francisco. The Seahawks scored on their opening possession last week but were held scoreless over the final three quarters. Tennessee used its running game and four Joey Slye field goals to win Robert Saleh’s preseason debut. The Titans are 4.5-point favorites after opening at -1.5, while the total has moved from 38.5 to 37.5. Cash in on a winner with our free NFL picks.

Seattle Seahawks Look for More Offensive Production

Seattle opened the preseason with an 80-yard touchdown drive against Dallas but generated no more points in a 17-7 defeat. Drew Lock completed 9 of 13 passes for 40 yards and a touchdown, while Jalen Milroe went 5 of 8 for 36 yards. George Holani led the ground game with 42 yards on 12 attempts, and Montorie Foster Jr. caught five passes for 36 yards, including Seattle’s five-yard touchdown on the opening drive.

The Seahawks played without Sam Darnold and several running backs in the opener. Seattle’s defense limited Dallas running back Jaydon Blue to 19 yards on eight attempts, and Tyrice Knight recorded 10 tackles in the first half. Penalties were an issue across the game, with Seattle and Dallas combining for 21 flags and 174 penalty yards. Seattle needs longer offensive possessions after failing to score following its opening series.

Injuries: Jake Bobo (Questionable, Knee), Joseph Vaughn (IR, Undisclosed), Emanuel Wilson (Questionable, Hamstring), Robbie Ouzts (IR, Neck), Tory Horton (Questionable, Undisclosed). The supplied update also indicates Bobo suffered a major knee injury and is expected to miss the season.

Tennessee Titans Build on Preseason Opening Win

Tennessee defeated San Francisco 19-13 despite getting limited production through the air from Cam Ward. Ward completed 5 of 10 passes for 35 yards across three possessions. The Titans were much better on their opening series, driving 95 yards before Tony Pollard finished the possession with a five-yard touchdown run. Tennessee controlled the line of scrimmage on that drive before its passing game stalled during Ward’s final two series.

Special teams made the difference for Tennessee, with Joey Slye converting four field goals and hitting three from at least 50 yards. The Titans also played more starters than San Francisco, which matters when evaluating the final score. Ward and rookie receiver Carnell Tate failed to connect on three targets, leaving their timing as an area to watch. Tennessee now returns home with another opportunity to develop Brian Daboll’s offense.

Injuries: Nazeeh Johnson (IR, Suspension), Carnell Tate (Questionable, Undisclosed), Mitchell Trubisky (Questionable, Biceps), Kalel Mullings (Questionable, Hip), Jaylen Harrell (IR, Knee-ACL).

Key Matchup

Seattle Quarterbacks vs Tennessee Defense

Seattle needs more from Lock and Milroe after the offense managed only seven points against Dallas. Lock completed 69.2% of his passes but averaged just 3.1 yards per attempt, while Milroe produced 36 yards on eight attempts. Tennessee allowed 13 points against San Francisco and held the 49ers scoreless in the first quarter. Seattle’s ability to create explosive plays instead of relying on short completions could determine whether the Seahawks can keep pace.

Seattle Seahawks vs Tennessee Titans Game Pick

• Seattle Seahawks +4.5 (-110)

The movement from Tennessee -1.5 to -4.5 creates a much different decision than the opening number. Tennessee won its opener, but the Titans played many starters against a San Francisco lineup that rested several top players. Seattle’s defense competed well against Dallas, while Lock completed nine of 13 passes and directed the Seahawks’ only touchdown drive. With preseason rotations creating uncertainty and Seattle getting more than a field goal, the Seahawks +4.5 offers the better number despite Tennessee having home-field advantage.

Seattle Seahawks vs Tennessee Titans Over/Under Pick

• Under 37.5 (-105)

Both preseason openers point toward another game where scoring could be limited. Seattle produced only seven points against Dallas and did not score after its opening drive, while Tennessee scored 19 against San Francisco but relied on four Slye field goals. Ward finished with only 35 passing yards, and Seattle’s two quarterbacks combined for 76. The total has also dropped from an opening 38.5 to 37.5. With both offenses still working through preseason rotations, under 37.5 is the play for Sunday.