Titans CEO Burke Nihill apologizes for 0‑5 start while backing coach Robert Saleh

Burke Nihill told ESPN the franchise feels grief over the 0‑5 record but remains confident in Saleh and Borgonzi.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 17 Oct 2026 03:30:44 GMT

Tennessee Titans chief executive Burke Nihill issued a public apology to fans on Friday after the team fell to 0‑5 in the 2026 season, while reaffirming his confidence in head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Mike Borgonzi.

What happened

The Titans opened the season with five consecutive losses, leaving them winless through Week 5. In an interview with ESPN, Nihill said the organization feels "a sense of grief" about the start and apologized directly to supporters.

What the reports add

Bleacher Report noted that Nihill followed an email apology with comments to ESPN reporter Turron Davenport, emphasizing that everyone in the front office shares the fans' disappointment. The New York Post echoed the same interview, adding that Nihill is authorized to speak for owner Amy Adam‑Strunk and that he highlighted the franchise’s belief in the coaching staff.

What was said

"The first thing I would say back to the fans is just that we're sorry," Nihill told ESPN, as reported by both Bleacher Report and the New York Post.
"There's nobody in this building that doesn't feel … a sense of grief about it," he added.
He also said, "I personally feel a sense of stability. I believe that Mike Borgonzi and Robert Saleh are ultimately going to get this team out of the woods and restore it to competitive football. The train is on the tracks. It just hasn't picked up momentum, but it will." Both outlets attribute these quotes to Nihill.

How it came about

The Titans' struggles have been chronicled in Felo News coverage. After a 23‑10 loss to the New York Jets on September 13, the franchise began a winless streak that continued through the first three games, prompting a focus on rookie quarterback Cam Ward (Cam Ward more time as offense sputters, Sep 30). By October 10, the team rejected rumors of a quarterback fire‑sale (Titans stick with rookie Cam Ward). The ongoing poor performance set the stage for Nihill’s apology.

Key facts

Titans CEO Burke Nihill apologized to fans for the team's 0‑5 start. (bleacherreport.com)
Nihill said he feels a sense of grief and that everyone in the organization shares it. (nypost.com)
He expressed confidence that GM Mike Borgonzi and head coach Robert Saleh will turn the season around. (bleacherreport.com)