Henry runs for TD, throws for score as Titans rout Burrow, Bengals 27-3

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) hits Cincinnati Bengals safety Nick Scott (33) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

by: Associated Press

Posted: Oct 1, 2023 / 07:31 PM CDT

Updated: Oct 1, 2023 / 07:31 PM CDT

NASHVILLE – Ryan Tannehill threw for 240 yards and a touchdown and the Tennessee Titans rebounded from the franchise’s worst offensive performance in 49 years by routing the Cincinnati Bengals 27-3 Sunday. The Titans managed only 94 yards in last week’s loss in Cleveland. They scored 27 straight points and led 24-3 at halftime giving coach Mike Vrabel his first win in four tries against Cincinnati. Derrick Henry ran 29 yards for a touchdown. He also also found rookie tight end Josh Whyle for a 2-yard TD on a jump pass from the wildcat just before halftime. Joe Burrow was sacked three times and