- Final0CAR
ATL10
310
3 - Final1TEN
BUF30
2930
29 - Final2TB
CLE22
722
7 - Final3CHI
DET26
2126
21 - Final OTOT4WSH
STL31
3731
37 - Final5NO
NYG30
730
7 - Final6BAL
PIT31
731
7 - Final7NE
JAC24
2124
21 - Final8IND
HOU24
2724
27 - Final9ARI
SF26
2026
20 - Final10CIN
DEN23
2423
24 - Final11SD
SEA20
1720
17 - Final12MIN
GB7
97
9 - Final13KC
OAK20
920
9 - Final14PHI
DAL23
723
7 - Final15NYJ
MIA13
1013
10
Final
Coverage: CBS
1:00 PM ET, December 24, 2006
Ralph Wilson Stadium, Buffalo, NY
Tennessee (7-7) at Buffalo (7-7) Sunday 1:00 pm EST
ORCHARD PARK, New York (Ticker) -- Jeff Fisher showed his value as a coach this season. Dick Jauron has proven to be a good choice for the Buffalo Bills.
The surprising Tennessee Titans seek to extend their five-game winning streak when they visit the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
Both teams have slim playoff hopes heading into the Week 16 matchup. That was probably the furthest thing from Fisher's mind when the Titans were 2-7. Jauron could not have been thinking about the postseason when his team was 3-6.
Tennessee will likely pick up the $5.3 million option on Fisher's contract for next season. Owner Bud Adams probably should lock up Fisher to a long-term deal.
The Titans have reeled off consecutive wins over Philadelphia, the New York Giants, Indianapolis, Houston and Jacksonville. It's possible that as many as four of those teams will make the playoffs.
Tennessee is also 7-4 since rookie Vince Young, the third overall pick in the draft, has taken over as the starting quarterback.
Last week, the Titans returned three turnovers for touchdowns in a 24-17 victory over Jacksonville. Cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones and safety Chris Hope scored on interceptions of 83 and 61 yards, respectively, and rookie Cortland Finnegan returned a fumble 92 yards for a touchdown.
Many criticized Bills general manager Marv Levy for naming Jauron to succeed Mike Mularkey as coach in the offseason. But the Bills have steadily improved and enter Sunday's contest with four wins in their last five games.
J.P. Losman threw three touchdown passes in blustery conditions and the Bills flustered Joey Harrington in a 21-0 victory over the Miami Dolphins last week.
A first-round pick in 2004, Losman is the AFC's fifth-rated quarterback (88.5), completing 63 percent of his passes for 2,548 yards and 17 touchdowns with 10 interceptions.
This game should have extra significance for Travis Henry, who was acquired by the Titans from Buffalo for a draft pick in 2005. Henry has rushed for 974 yards and seven touchdowns this season.
Bills defensive end Aaron Schobel leads the NFL with 13 1/2 sacks and was rewarded with his first Pro Bowl selection on Tuesday. Punter Brian Moorman of Buffalo was also named to the Pro Bowl.
Despite their five-game winning streak, the Titans did not have a Pro Bowl selection.
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Bills, Titans finding ways to win
The Bills are coming off their fourth win in last five games. Head coach Dick Jauron has his team playing efficient football with few turnovers, stingy defense and excellent special teams. Buffalo made a statement in Week 15 by shutting out a tough Miami team and keeping its slim playoff hopes alive. The Titans have won five in a row, including four in dramatic fashion. The Titans are one of most exciting teams in the NFL to watch and they are making a dramatic push for the postseason. Both teams have momentum going into the last two weeks. Look for an exciting contest between two of the better teams during the second half of the season.
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Matchup
TEN | BUF | |
|---|---|---|
| W-L | 8-7 | 7-8 |
| Avg Points | 20.1 | 19.5 |
| Avg Points Allowed | 24.0 | 19.5 |
| Home Record | 4-3 | 4-4 |
| Road Record | 4-4 | 3-4 |
| Division Record | 4-2 | 3-3 |
| Conference Record | 5-6 | 5-6 |
| Complete Standings | ||
Passing Leaders
| Tennessee | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Locker | 56.4 | 2176 | 10 | 11 |
| M. Hasselbeck | 62.4 | 1367 | 7 | 5 |
| Buffalo | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT |
| R. Fitzpatrick | 60.6 | 3400 | 24 | 16 |
| T. Thigpen | 60.0 | 30 | 0 | 0 |
Rushing Leaders
| Tennessee | CAR | YDS | AVG | TD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Johnson | 276 | 1243 | 4.5 | 6 | |
| J. Locker | 41 | 291 | 7.1 | 1 | |
| Buffalo | CAR | YDS | AVG | TD | |
| C. Spiller | 207 | 1244 | 6.0 | 6 | |
| F. Jackson | 115 | 437 | 3.8 | 3 | |
Receiving Leaders
| Tennessee | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N. Washington | 46 | 746 | 16.2 | 4 | |
| K. Wright | 64 | 626 | 9.8 | 4 | |
| Buffalo | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | |
| S. Johnson | 79 | 1046 | 13.2 | 6 | |
| S. Chandler | 43 | 571 | 13.3 | 6 | |
Team Averages & NFL Ranks
| TEAM OFFENSE | TEAM | PER GAME AVERAGE |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | TEN | |
| BUF | ||
| Yards Passing | TEN | |
| BUF | ||
| Yards Rushing | TEN | |
| BUF | ||
| TEAM DEFENSE | TEAM | PER GAME AVERAGE |
| Yards Allowed | TEN | |
| BUF | ||
| Pass Yds Allowed | TEN | |
| BUF | ||
| Rush Yds Allowed | TEN | |
| BUF |
Head to Head Matchups (Since 2001)
| Tennessee leads 2-0 | |
|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2003 | TEN 28, BUF 26 |


