The Tennessee Titans, a professional American football team based in Nashville, Tennessee, are part of the NFL's American Football Conference (AFC) South division. Currently playing their home games at Nissan Stadium, the Titans are constructing a new stadium slated for completion in 2027.
1960: Early Helmet Color
From 1960 to approximately 1965, the Oilers sported blue helmets.
1960: George Blanda's Tenure with the Oilers
Quarterback George Blanda played with the Houston Oilers from 1960 to 1966.
1960: Introduction of the Oilers' Derrick Logo
When the Houston Oilers debuted in 1960, their logo featured an oil rig derrick, a design that remained largely unchanged until the team's renaming as the Titans in 1999.
1962: Loss in the AFL Championship Game
The Oilers lost the 1962 American Football League Championship Game 20-17 to the Dallas Texans (now Kansas City Chiefs) after a double overtime game.
1965: Change from Blue to Silver Helmets
From 1960 to approximately 1965, the Oilers sported blue helmets.
1965: Move to Rice Stadium
The Houston Oilers, initially playing at Jeppesen Stadium at the University of Houston, moved to Rice Stadium at Rice University in 1965.
1966: End of Blanda's Tenure
Quarterback George Blanda played with the Houston Oilers from 1960 to 1966.
1966: Introduction of Silver Pants
The Oilers introduced silver pants to their uniforms between 1966 and 1971.
1967: Return to AFL Championship and Loss
In 1967, the Oilers, with a 9-4-1 record, returned to the AFL championship game but lost 40-7 to the Oakland Raiders.
1968: Oilers Miss Playoffs
The Houston Oilers failed to qualify for the AFL playoffs in 1968.
1969: Playoff Appearance and Loss to Raiders
The Oilers qualified for the AFL playoffs in 1969 but were defeated in the divisional round by the Oakland Raiders in a 56-7 blowout.
1970: AFL-NFL Merger
The Oilers joined the NFL in 1970 as part of the AFL-NFL merger.
1970: AFL-NFL Merger and Oilers Join AFC Central Division
The Oilers were placed in the American Football Conference's (AFC) Central division following the AFL-NFL merger in 1970.
1971: Removal of Silver Pants
The Oilers introduced silver pants to their uniforms between 1966 and 1971.
1972: Introduction of Light Blue Pants
The Oilers frequently wore light blue pants for away games with their white jerseys between 1972 and 1994.
1973: Introduction of White Jerseys for Home Games
The Oilers experimented with wearing their white jerseys at home for selected games in 1973 and 1974.
1974: Dropping of "Ol' Riggy" Nickname
Although the Oilers' logo was initially nicknamed "Ol' Riggy," this moniker was discontinued before the 1974 season.
1974: End of Initial White Jersey Experiment
The Oilers experimented with wearing their white jerseys at home for selected games in 1973 and 1974.
1975: Oilers' Winning Season
The Houston Oilers had one winning season in 1975 during their playoff drought.
1975: Switch to White Helmets
The Oilers switched to white helmets from 1975 to 1998.
1977: Oilers' Playoff Drought
The Houston Oilers struggled to make the playoffs from 1970 to 1977.
1978: Drafting of Earl Campbell
In 1978, the Oilers used their first overall pick in the NFL draft to select running back Earl Campbell.
1978: Start of Oilers' Playoff Appearances
The Houston Oilers made playoff appearances from 1978 to 1980, led by running back Earl Campbell.
1979: Losses in AFC Championship Games
The Oilers reached the AFC championships in 1978 and 1979 but lost both times to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
1980: Campbell's Consecutive Playoff Appearances
Earl Campbell led the Oilers to three straight playoff appearances as a wildcard team from 1978 to 1980.
1980: End of Oilers' Playoff Run
The Houston Oilers made playoff appearances from 1978 to 1980, led by running back Earl Campbell.
1980: All-White Road Uniform Exception
The Houston Oilers wore an all-white road uniform, deviating from their usual light blue pants with white jerseys, in the 1980 season.
1981: Second Experiment with White Jerseys at Home
The Oilers again donned their white jerseys for home games from 1981 to 1984.
1981: Start of Oilers' Losing Streak
The Oilers struggled to secure a winning record between 1981 and 1987.
1984: End of Second White Jersey Experiment
The Oilers again donned their white jerseys for home games from 1981 to 1984.
1987: Acquisition of Warren Moon
The Houston Oilers acquired quarterback Warren Moon in 1987, marking the end of their losing streak.
1987: Oilers' Return to Playoffs with Warren Moon
With Warren Moon as quarterback, the Houston Oilers made six consecutive playoff appearances from 1987 to 1993.
1992: Historic Playoff Loss to the Buffalo Bills
The Oilers suffered a historic loss against the Buffalo Bills during the 1992-1993 NFL playoffs, squandering a 32-point lead in the divisional round to lose 41-38 in overtime, marking the biggest comeback in NFL history at the time.
1993: The Comeback
In 1993, The Comeback, an iconic Oilers/Titans moment, occurred against the Bills.
1993: End of Oilers' Playoff Run with Moon
The Oilers, led by quarterback Warren Moon, secured six consecutive playoff berths from 1987 to 1993.
1993: End of Oilers' Playoff Streak
With Warren Moon as quarterback, the Houston Oilers made six consecutive playoff appearances from 1987 to 1993.
1994: End of Light Blue Pants Era
The Oilers frequently wore light blue pants for away games with their white jerseys between 1972 and 1994.
1995: Bud Adams Announces Move to Tennessee
Bud Adams declared the franchise's relocation to Tennessee in 1995.
1995: Elimination of Light Blue Pants
Coach Jeff Fisher made the decision to eliminate the light blue pants from the Oilers' uniform in 1995.
1995: Titans-Jaguars Rivalry Begins
The rivalry between the Titans and Jaguars began in 1995 when the Titans were still known as the Houston Oilers.
1997: Introduction of Tennessee-Inspired Alternate Logo
During their time as the Tennessee Oilers from 1997 to 1998, the team introduced an alternate logo that combined elements of the Tennessee state flag with their traditional derrick.
1997: Relocation to Tennessee
In 1997, the Oilers relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, playing at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis for one season.
1998: Continued Use of Alternate Logo
During their time as the Tennessee Oilers from 1997 to 1998, the team introduced an alternate logo that combined elements of the Tennessee state flag with their traditional derrick.
1998: End of White Helmet Era
The Oilers switched to white helmets from 1975 to 1998.
1998: Move to Vanderbilt Stadium
The Tennessee Oilers moved to Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville in 1998.
1998: Playoff Contention and Final Record
The Tennessee Oilers, playing their home games at Vanderbilt University's stadium in Nashville, remained in playoff contention until the final two games of the 1998 season, finishing with an 8-8 record.
August 1999: T-Rac Debuts as Titans Mascot
T-Rac, the raccoon mascot of the Titans, debuted in the team's inaugural preseason home game in August 1999 against the Atlanta Falcons.
December 9, 1999: First Class Inducted into Titans/Oilers Hall of Fame
On December 9, 1999, the first class was inducted into the newly established Titans/Oilers Hall of Fame to honor past players and management.
1999: Retirement of the Derrick Logo
When the Houston Oilers debuted in 1960, their logo featured an oil rig derrick, a design that remained largely unchanged until the team's renaming as the Titans in 1999.
1999: Titans Introduce New Logo and Uniforms
In 1999, the team changed its name to the Titans and introduced a new logo and uniforms. The logo featured a circle with three stars representing the state's Grand Divisions, containing a large "T" with a trail of flames. The uniforms consisted of white helmets with red trim, and either navy or white jerseys.
1999: Name Change to Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Oilers officially changed their name to the Tennessee Titans in 1999, coinciding with their move into Adelphia Coliseum (now known as Nissan Stadium).
1999: Titans' Playoff Streak Begins
Led by Steve McNair and Eddie George, the Titans made the playoffs in all but one season from 1999 to 2003.
1999: Delayed Stadium Completion
The Oilers planned to play for two seasons at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis, Tennessee until a new stadium in Nashville was ready in 1999.
January 8, 2000: Music City Miracle
On January 8, 2000, one of the most iconic moments in Oilers/Titans history, the Music City Miracle, occurred against the Buffalo Bills.
2000: Dave McGinnis becomes head coach of the Arizona Cardinals
In 2000, Dave McGinnis, former assistant coach for the Tennessee Titans, became the head coach for the Arizona Cardinals.
2000: Titans Start Wearing Dark Uniforms at Home
Since 2000, the Titans have worn their dark uniforms at home.
2000: Super Bowl XXXIV Appearance
The Tennessee Titans played in Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000, losing 23-16 to the St. Louis Rams.
2002: NFL Division Realignment
The NFL's divisions were realigned in 2002, impacting the Titans and Ravens.
2003: Dave McGinnis's time as head coach of the Arizona Cardinals ends
In 2003, Dave McGinnis finished his term as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals. He would later provide color commentary for the Titans Radio Network.
2003: Titans Introduce Alternate Light Blue Jerseys
In 2003, the Titans introduced an alternate jersey that was light Titans blue with navy outside shoulders and sleeves, worn with blue pants.
2003: Titans' Playoff Streak Ends
Led by Steve McNair and Eddie George, the Titans made the playoffs in all but one season from 1999 to 2003.
October 15, 2006: Titans Wear Navy on Navy Uniforms
On October 15, 2006, the Tennessee Titans wore their navy jerseys with navy pants for the first time in a game against the Washington Redskins.
November 19, 2006: Titans Introduce Light Blue Pants
The Tennessee Titans introduced light Titans blue pants in a game against the Philadelphia Eagles on November 19, 2006.
December 2006: Titans Debut All Light Blue Uniforms
In December 2006, the Titans combined the Titans blue pants with the Titans blue jersey to create an all Titans blue uniform for the first time.
2006: Titans Experiment with Seven Uniform Combinations
During the 2006 season, the Titans wore seven different uniform combinations.
October 7, 2007: Titans Pair Navy Jerseys with Light Blue Pants
On October 7, 2007, in a game against the Atlanta Falcons, the Titans paired the navy blue jersey with the Titans blue pants for the first time.
2008: Titans Blue Jerseys Become Primary Home Uniforms
In 2008, the Titans blue jerseys became the regular home uniforms, with the navy blue jerseys relegated to alternate status.
2008: Titans/Oilers Hall of Fame Renamed to Ring of Honor
The Titans/Oilers Hall of Fame was changed to the Oilers/Titans Ring of Honor in 2008.
August 9, 2009: Titans Wear Oilers Uniforms for Hall of Fame Game
The Titans and the Buffalo Bills began the 2009 NFL preseason in the Hall of Fame Game on August 9, 2009. In honor of the AFL's 50th anniversary, the Titans wore Oilers' uniforms for the game.
2009: Chris Johnson's 2,000-Yard Rushing Season
In 2009, Chris Johnson of the Tennessee Titans became one of two players to rush for 2,000 yards in a season for the team.
2009: Bills and Titans Play in AFL Legacy Game
The Bills and Titans were featured in an AFL legacy game in 2009 as part of festivities commemorating the 50th anniversary of the AFL's foundation.
2010: WGFX becomes flagship radio station for the Titans
In 2010, WGFX 104.5-FM took over from WKDF 103.3-FM as the flagship radio station for the Tennessee Titans.
2011: Titans allow home games to be broadcast on SiriusXM
In 2011, the Titans renewed agreements with their existing radio partners and struck a deal with SiriusXM that would allow them to broadcast the Titans' home games. They were the last team in the NFL to reach such an agreement.
2011: Titans Sweep Colts After Losing Streak
In 2011, the Titans swept the Colts after 11 straight losses.
November 14, 2013: Titans Debut Light Blue Jerseys with White Pants
The Tennessee Titans paired the Titans blue jerseys with white pants for the first time in a home game against the Indianapolis Colts on November 14, 2013.
2013: Death of Bud Adams
Bud Adams, the founder and long-time owner of the Tennessee Titans (formerly the Houston Oilers) passed away in 2013.
2013: Titans Honor 15th Anniversary with Navy Jerseys
In 2013, the team wore the navy blue jerseys twice in honor of their 15th anniversary as the Titans.
October 26, 2014: Titans Wear Navy Uniforms Against Texans
The Tennessee Titans wore their navy blue uniforms for a game against the Houston Texans on October 26, 2014.
2015: Navy Blue Returns as Primary Home Jersey Color
Beginning in 2015, navy blue became the team's primary home jersey color again, marking the first time since 2007 that the Titans wore navy as their primary home jersey.
2016: Titans' Winning Streak Begins
From 2016 to 2021, the Titans had six consecutive winning seasons and four playoff appearances.
2017: Titans and Jaguars End Playoff Droughts
The rivalry between the Titans and Jaguars cooled as both teams struggled. However, it reheated in 2017 when both teams ended lengthy playoff droughts.
April 4, 2018: Titans Debut New Uniforms
On April 4, 2018, the Titans debuted new uniforms that retained the color palette of navy blue, Titans blue, and white, with new red and silver elements. The new helmets are navy blue with one silver sword-shaped stripe through the center and metallic gray face masks.
2018: Colts Eliminate Titans from Playoff Contention
The Colts defeated the Titans in the last game of the regular season to clinch the final Wild Card spot, eliminating Tennessee from playoff contention in 2018.
2020: Titans Win AFC South Over Colts on Tiebreaker
The Titans claimed the AFC South championship over the Colts due to tie-breaking measures in 2020.
2020: Titans and Ravens Meet in Playoffs
From the realignment of the NFL's divisions in 2002 to the 2020–21 NFL playoffs, the Titans have faced off against Baltimore five times in the postseason.
2020: Derrick Henry's 2,000-Yard Rushing Season
Derrick Henry of the Tennessee Titans became one of two players to rush for 2,000 yards in a season for the team in 2020.
2021: Phillips, Fisher, and Reese Inducted into Ring of Honor
Bum Phillips, Jeff Fisher, and Floyd Reese were inducted into the Oilers/Titans Ring of Honor in 2021.
2021: Titans' Winning Streak Ends
From 2016 to 2021, the Titans had six consecutive winning seasons and four playoff appearances.
July 23, 2023: Titans Unveil Throwback Oilers Uniforms
On July 23, 2023, the Titans unveiled the throwback powder blue Oilers uniforms.
2023: Passing Yards (Regular Season) as of End of 2023 Season
At the end of the 2023 season, the Tennessee Titans had accumulated passing yards in regular season games.
2023: Receiving Yards (Regular Season) as of End of 2023 Season
At the end of the 2023 season, the Tennessee Titans had accumulated receiving yards in regular season games.
2023: Rushing Yards (Regular Season) as of End of 2023 Season
At the end of the 2023 season, the Tennessee Titans had accumulated rushing yards in regular season games.
May 13, 2024: Roster Updated
The Titans roster was updated on May 13, 2024.
2024: Beginning of New Stadium Construction
In 2024, the Tennessee Titans began the construction of a new stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.
2027: Completion of New Stadium
In 2027, the new stadium for the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, Tennessee, was completed.