Through the first three weeks of the NFL season, 29 teams have already snagged a win. But the Tennessee Titans, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Cincinnati Bengals are still stuck in the search for their first. All three squads dropped to 0-3 after some tough Week 3 losses. The Titans couldn’t handle former draft pick Malik Willis and the Green Bay Packers, the Jaguars got crushed by the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football, and the Bengals had no answers for Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders in another Monday showdown.
Now, while being the NFL’s last unbeaten team hasn’t led to Super Bowl glory in almost two decades, being the last winless team? That’s often a recipe for a terrible season. In the last ten years, only one team in this spot has won more than three games. On the bright side, these teams have also landed a top-two draft pick every season since 2016. So, which team will claim the not-so-coveted title of the last winless team in 2024? Let’s dive into the outlook for the Titans, Jaguars, and Bengals.
Tennessee Titans’ Struggles and Upcoming Challenges
The Tennessee Titans face an uphill battle heading into Week 4 of the 2024 NFL season. After three straight losses, head coach Brian Callahan’s squad is in a precarious spot. With a record of 0-3, the Titans are one of three winless teams, alongside the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars.
However, their problems extend beyond the win-loss column. Tennessee hasn’t seen the development they hoped for from quarterback Will Levis, who has struggled to find consistency. The offensive line has been porous, contributing to a lackluster offensive output. On the defensive side, a Week 3 letdown has only added to the growing concerns.
Playoff hopes may seem bleak, but all is not lost. History shows six teams have started 0-3 and made the playoffs, including the 2018 Houston Texans. With a 17-game season, the Titans have more breathing room than previous years. Still, their upcoming schedule will not be easy, with divisional matchups and challenging games against the Bills, Lions, Vikings, and Chargers—all teams with a combined 10-2 record.
Upcoming Schedule:
- Week 4: at Miami Dolphins (Monday Night Football)
- Week 5: Bye
- Week 6: vs. Indianapolis Colts
- Week 7: at Buffalo Bills
- Week 8: at Detroit Lions
- Week 9: vs. New England Patriots
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Tennessee has a chance to regroup with a bye week after facing the Dolphins in Week 4. However, the path ahead remains challenging, and they’ll need to make significant improvements to avoid a lost season.
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Jacksonville Jaguars’ Outlook
The Jacksonville Jaguars are also winless at 0-3, but their Week 4 matchup against the Houston Texans could be the perfect opportunity to get their first win. However, it won’t be easy. The Texans lead the AFC South and have looked sharp early on.
Jacksonville’s quarterback, Trevor Lawrence, has shown flashes of brilliance, but consistency has been a significant issue. The Jaguars’ defense has been another weak point, as demonstrated in their crushing 47-10 defeat to the Buffalo Bills in Week 3. Josh Allen torched them with 263 passing yards, four touchdowns, and no interceptions, highlighting Jacksonville’s inability to contain top-tier offenses.
Their schedule also doesn’t get much easier, with two London games on the horizon, followed by tough matchups against the Packers and Eagles. The Jaguars need to turn things around quickly to stay competitive in the AFC.
Upcoming Schedule:
- Week 4: at Houston Texans
- Week 5: vs. Indianapolis Colts
- Week 6: vs. Chicago Bears (in London)
- Week 7: vs. New England Patriots (in London)
- Week 8: vs. Green Bay Packers
- Week 9: at Philadelphia Eagles (Sunday Night Football)
While they still have two late-season games against the Titans, neither of those matchups will likely influence their standing if their fortunes don’t change soon.
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Cincinnati Bengals’ Disappointing Start
The Cincinnati Bengals entered the season with Super Bowl aspirations, but after three games, they’re still searching for their first win. Joe Burrow and the Bengals were expected to be playoff contenders, but their 0-3 start has raised serious doubts.
Like the Titans and Jaguars, Cincinnati has struggled on both sides of the ball. In Week 3, they fell to Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders, unable to stop the young quarterback. The Bengals still have hope with Burrow at the helm, but history is not on their side. Only six of 225 teams that started 0-3 in the Super Bowl era have made the playoffs. The last team to do so was the 2018 Houston Texans.
However, with 14 games remaining, the Bengals have time to turn things around. They’ll need to start by picking up their first win against a rejuvenated Carolina Panthers team led by former Bengals QB Andy Dalton, who recently lit up the Raiders.
Upcoming Schedule:
- Week 4: at Carolina Panthers
- Week 5: vs. Baltimore Ravens
- Week 6: at New York Giants (Sunday Night Football)
- Week 7: at Cleveland Browns
- Week 8: vs. Philadelphia Eagles
- Week 9: vs. Las Vegas Raiders
The road ahead is daunting, but a comeback is still possible if the Bengals can rally behind Burrow and make adjustments.
As Week 4 approaches, the Titans, Jaguars, and Bengals desperately need a win. All three NFL teams face tough schedules and historical odds stacked against them, but hope remains. Whether it’s Tennessee’s young quarterback trying to find his groove, Jacksonville’s defense looking to bounce back, or Cincinnati’s star quarterback trying to right the ship, each team has a chance to rewrite their season. Only time will tell who ends up with the unenviable title of the last winless team in 2024.
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