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Titans | No. 1 pick up for grabs? Sat Feb 8, 01:50 PM
The Tennessee Titans have so many holes in the roster the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft could be available for trade, according to sources. Tennessee's brass appears open to giving QB Will Levis another shot or adding a quarterback via free agency, with names like Sam Darnold (Vikings) and Justin Fields (Steelers) on the team's radar in March's free agency. ESPN's Dan Graziano speculates the Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, Las Vegas Raiders, and New York Jets all being potential suitors for the No. 1 pick.
Footballguys view: The Titans are more than just a player away, so getting a haul for the no.1 overall pick would make sense. Now, they need a quarterback and there are two in consideration for that pick. As the pre-draft process continues, we'll see if the Titans show greater interest in Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) or Cam Ward (Miami). If that's the case, then they could stay at no.1 and take one of those potential franchise quarterbacks. |
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Cleveland Browns impending free-agent QB Jameis Winston said he would be interested in signing with the Tennessee Titans this offseason.
Footballguys view: Winston hits the open market with plenty of interest as a backup. The Titans are looking for a starter or at least someone to compete with Will Levis for the starting job. If the Titans select Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders with the no.1 overall pick, then Winston (or Levis) would just be seen as a veteran stopgap until one of those guys would be ready. |
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Former Chicago Bears defensive line coach Travis Smith was hired by the Tennessee Titans to be the defensive run-game coordinator Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Link to storyFormer Las Vegas Raiders general manager and current New Orleans Saints senior personnel advisor Dave Ziegler was named as the new assistant general manager for the Tennessee Titans on Thursday, Jan. 30. The Titans also hired former Miami Dolphins senior personnel executive Reggie McKenzie as the team's vice president/football advisor.
Link to storyTennessee Titans QB Will Levis is reportedly planning to spend some time this offseason working with quarterback guru Jordan Palmer to refine some of his mechanics and pocket presence.
Footballguys view: Palmer has worked with some of the best in the NFL, but Levis has a lot of work to do to even be considered more than an okay backup. He's had two years to take over as the Titans starter and has not impressed. The Titans have the no.1 overall pick, and there is buzz they will be considering either Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) or Cam Ward (Miami) with that selection. No matter what, Levis will face competition (or just be replaced) for the Titans starting job. |
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New York Jets senior defensive assistant/cornerbacks coach Tony Oden was hired by the Tennessee Titans Monday, Jan. 27, to be their cornerbacks coach and passing game coordinator.
Link to storyThe Tennessee Titans are set to hire Reggie McKenzie in a key, senior scouting role, sources said Sunday, Jan. 26. The former Miami Dolphins executive will support new front office hires Mike Borgonzi, Chad Brinker and Dave Ziegler.
Link to storyTennessee Titans impending free-agent WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine had career highs with 497 receiving yards and nine touchdowns in 2024.
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Former Dallas Cowboys special teams coordinator John Fassel has agreed to terms with the Tennessee Titans to become their new special teams coordinator, according to sources.
Footballguys view: Fassel will replace Colt Anderson, who held the job for one season. Fassel joined Mike McCarthy with the Cowboys in 2020, but the contracts of the entire staff were not renewed. Fassel also has coached the special teams of the Ravens (2005-07), Raiders (2008-11) and Rams (2012-19). He was the interim head coach for the Rams after the firing of Jeff Fisher in 2016, and the team went 0-3 to close out the year. |
Updating a previous report, Kansas City Chiefs assistant general manager Mike Borgonzi has agreed to a five-year contract with the Tennessee Titans to become their new general manager, according to sources.
Link to storyTampa Bay Buccaneers assistant general manager John Spytek completed a second interview with the Tennessee Titans for their general manager vacancy Thursday, Jan. 16.
Footballguys view: Spytek has been the assistant GM with the Buccaneers for the past two seasons. The Buccaneers have been successful in adding talent, and the Titans want to get their franchise on track. With a second interview, Spytek could be their choice. |
Kansas City Chiefs assistant general manager Mike Borgonzi completed a second interview with the Tennessee Titans for their general manager vacancy Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Footballguys view: Borgonzi was interviewing for general manager jobs last offseason too. He's been with the Chiefs for 16 years, and he's worked with one of the best GMs (Brett Veach) during that time. Borgonzi has a tremendous record in the scouting community, and he's likely to be a general manager someday. That could be this year with the Titans as they look for a new quarterback and a new direction. |
Buffalo Bills director of player personnel Terrance Gray interviewed with the Tennessee Titans for their general manager vacancy Tuesday, Jan. 14.
Link to storyKansas City Chiefs assistant general manager Mike Borgonzi will have a second interview for the Tennessee Titans general manager vacancy.
Link to storyGreen Bay Packers vice president of player personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan is a person of interest to the Tennessee Titans, who requested permission to speak with him regarding their general manager vacancy on Friday, Jan. 10.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins senior personnel executive Reggie McKenzie interviewed with the Tennessee Titans for their general manager vacancy, the team announced Friday, Jan 10.
Footballguys view: McKenzie came up under Ted Thompson in the successful Packers organization after a playing career in the 80s at linebacker that included starting next to Matt Millen as a rookie. He had a stint as general manager for the Raiders from 2012-2018 that was not exactly a golden age, but it sounds like he could be in line for another shot at the prestigious position. |
Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham is of interest to the Tennessee Titans, who requested permission to interview him for their general manager vacancy on Thursday, Jan. 9.
Footballguys view: Cunningham is a fast riser in the scouting world. He's been on track to be a general manager for some time, and the Titans may be the first time he gets that shot. Reports indicate they do want someone with plenty of scouting experience, and Cunningham has spent over 10 years working his way up the ranks with teams like the Ravens and the Bears. |
Seattle Seahawks senior director of player personnel Matt Berry has been requested for an interview for the Tennessee Titans general manager post.
Footballguys view: The Titans want someone as general manager with extensive scouting experience. Berry is all that and then some as he's been with Seattle for 17 years, the last two seasons as senior director. They moved on from Ran Carthon after just two years. |
Tennessee Titans vice president of team operations Brent Akers and assistant general manager Anthony Robinson were among a handful of executives fired by the team on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Link to storyTennessee Titans general manager Ran Carthon was fired Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Footballguys view: Brian Callahan will remain head coach, the team announced. President of football operations Chad Brinker will lead the general manager search. Tennessee hired Carthon in the wake of firing Jon Robinson during the 2022 season. At the time, they retained former head coach Mike Vrabel. Last year, Tennessee parted ways with Vrabel but kept Carthon on board and expanded his influence. As NFL.com's Kevin Patra put it, "The dance continues in 2025," with the club moving forward with Callahan but now searching for a new GM. The Titans went 9-25 in two seasons under Carthon, finishing last in the AFC South both years. This year's 3-14 record earned Tennessee the top pick in April's draft. While Tennessee will bring in a new GM to work collaboratively with Callahan. |
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Free-agent DT McTelvin Agim, DT Abdullah Anderson, LB Curtis Bolton, OT Chandler Brewer, DT Isaiah Iton, CB Gabe Jeudy-Lally, LB Kyron Johnson, WR Stanley Morgan, TE Thomas Odukoya, S Gervarrius Owens, OT Isaiah Prince and RB Jabari Small signed Reserve/Future contracts with the Tennessee Titans Monday, Jan. 6. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Tennessee Titans TE Nick Vannett caught two passes for 26 yards against the Houston Texans in Week 18. He was targeted two times during the game.
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Tennessee Titans TE Josh Whyle caught five passes for 29 yards against the Houston Texans in Week 18. He was targeted seven times during the game.
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Tennessee Titans WR Tay Martin caught one pass for 49 yards and one touchdown against the Houston Texans in Week 18. He was targeted two times during the game.
Link to storyTennessee Titans WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine caught four passes for 50 yards against the Houston Texans in Week 18. He was targeted seven times during the game.
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Tennessee Titans WR Calvin Ridley caught three passes for 76 yards against the Houston Texans in Week 18. He was targeted five times during the game.
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Tennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard rushed for 62 yards on 22 carries against the Houston Texans in Week 18.
Footballguys view: Pollard wasn't efficient in the season finale, but he did show durability as the lead back more often than expected in 2024. Tyjae Spears had some flashes down the stretch, but ended the season sidelined by a concussion. The Titans should feature a committee led by Pollard again next year, likely joined by a quarterback they take with the #1 overall pick they earned with the loss today combined with a Patriots win over Buffalo. |
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Tennessee Titans QB Mason Rudolph went 7-for-9 for 70 yards, zero touchdowns and zero interceptions against the Houston Texans in Week 18.
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Tennessee Titans QB Will Levis went 9-for-17 for 175 yards and one touchdown against the Houston Texans in Week 18. He also rushed for eight yards on four carries during the game but did lose a fumble.
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Tennessee Titans TE Chig Okonkwo (abdomen) left the Week 18 game because of an abdominal injury and is considered questionable to return.
Link to storyTennessee Titans TE Chig Okonkwo (abdomen) is officially active for the Week 18 game.
Link to storyTennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) is officially active for the Week 18 game.
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Tennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle), who is listed as questionable for the Week 18 game against the Houston Texans, is expected to play, according to a source.
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Tennessee Titans LB Otis Reese (ankle) was placed on injured reserve on Saturday, Jan. 4. Also, DE Khalid Duke and WR Tay Martin were promoted from the practice squad and DB Gervarrius Owens and PK Matthew Wright were elevated from the practice squad for Week 18.
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Tennessee Titans CB L'Jarius Sneed (quadriceps) recently underwent a procedure to help his quadriceps injury heal, according to head coach Brian Callahan.
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Tennessee Titans WR Tyler Boyd (foot), PK Nick Folk (abdomen), S Amani Hooker (shoulder), LB Arden Key (hand), LB Otis Reese (ankle), RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) and OT Jaelyn Duncan (shoulder) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and have been ruled out for Week 18. WR Colton Dowell (knee) was limited during practice but has been ruled out. RB Tony Pollard (ankle) and TE Chig Okonkwo (abdomen) did not participate and are listed as questionable. OG Dillon Radunz (shoulder) fully participated in practice and is not on the injury report.
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Tennessee Titans TE Chig Okonkwo (abdomen) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and is listed as questionable for Week 18.
Link to storyTennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and is listed as questionable for Week 18.
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Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and has been ruled out for Week 18.
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Tennessee Titans WR Tyler Boyd (foot) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and has been ruled out for Week 18.
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Tennessee Titans QB Will Levis will be the starting quarterback for the Titans in Week 18, but QB Mason Rudolph will also receive playing time during the game, according to head coach Brian Callahan.
Footballguys view: The Titans haven't much very competitive with either quarterback, so no matter who is out there, they are looking good to have at worst the #2 pick with a loss, and could move to #1 with a loss and New England win over Buffalo's backups. |
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Tennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) did not practice on Friday, Jan. 3, and is listed as questionable for Week 18 against the Houston Texans.
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Tennessee Titans RBs Tony Pollard (ankle) and Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not practice on Friday, Jan. 3.
Footballguys view: Pollard was in line to start after Spears left with a concussion, but his practice participation is going in the wrong direction. If he can't go, Julius Chestnut would get the start. Pollard has played without practicing earlier this season, and played well, but it's the last game, so who knows what the criteria will be here. |
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Tennessee Titans TE Chig Okonkwo (abdomen) was a limited participant in practice on Thursday, Jan. 2, after being a full participant the day before.
Link to storyTennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not take part in practice for the second consecutive day on Thursday, Jan. 2.
Footballguys view: The Titans turn back to Tony Pollard in Week 18. Pollard has been dealing with an ankle injury, so Julius Chestnut might be in line for more work. |
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Tennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) was a limited participant in practice for the second straight day on Thursday, Jan. 2.
Footballguys view: The team may not have Tyjae Spears in Week 18. That means Pollard could get a workhorse role or the team may forced to turn to Julius Chestnut. |
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Tennessee Titans WR Tyler Boyd (foot), S Amani Hooker (shoulder), LB Arden Key (hand), LB Otis Reese (ankle), OT Jaelyn Duncan (shoulder) and RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not take part in practice on Thursday, Jan. 2. Also, PK Nick Folk (abdomen), RB Tony Pollard (ankle), WR Colton Dowell (knee) and TE Chig Okonkwo (abdomen) were limited and OG Dillon Radunz (shoulder) practiced in full.
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Tennessee Titans WR Tyler Boyd (foot), PK Nick Folk (abdomen), S Amani Hooker (shoulder), LB Arden Key (hand), LB Otis Reese (ankle) and RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 1. RB Tony Pollard (ankle) was limited during practice. WR Colton Dowell (knee), OT Jaelyn Duncan (shoulder) and OG Dillon Radunz (shoulder) fully participated in practice. The Saints did not hold a practice Wednesday, so the practice report is an estimation.
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Tennessee Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 1. The Titans did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
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Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 1. The Titans did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
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