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Tennessee Titans All-Quarter Century Team: Guard

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We continue our all-quarter century team voting with guard.

Over the next few weeks leading up to Tennessee Titans’ training camp, we are going to name the Titans All-Quarter Century team. Each weekday, I will post a poll at a different position for you to vote on. Feel free to explain your reasoning for your vote in the comments. We continue today with guard. I am not going to break this one out by left and right. We will do two polls to determine the two winners.

One additional note, I said I was going to do two tight ends, but Frank Wycheck and Delanie Walker were the overwhelming winners in the first vote, so I am going to just go ahead and put both of them on the team. There is really no need for an additional poll.

There are quite a few names to consider at guard. The individual stats don’t seem all that relevant here, but below is a list of players and how many games they played for the Titans from 2000-2024:

Bruce Matthews​

Bruuuuuuce played in 32 games for the Titans in 2000 and 2001. He would be a lock if we were doing a whole career, but he was at the end of his career during this time frame.

Benji Olson​

Olson played in 128 games for the Titans from 2000 to 2007.

Zach Pillar​

Pillar played in 79 games for the Titans from 2000 to 2006.

Jacob Bell​

Bell played in 55 games for the Titans from 2004 to 2007.

Steve Hutchinson​

Hutchinson played in just 12 games with the Titans in 2012. He is the second-best player on this list behind Matthews, but his time with the Titans was limited.

Andy Levitre​

Levitre played in 32 games for the Titans from 2013 to 2014.

Chance Warmack​

Warmack played in 48 games for the Titans from 2013 to 2016.

Quinton Spain​

Spain played in 50 games for the Titans from 2015 to 2018.

Rodger Saffold​

Saffold played in 46 games for the Titans from 2019 to 2021 and made the Pro Bowl in 2021.

Nate Davis​

Davis played in 55 games for the Titans from 2019 to 2022.

Peter Skoronski​

Skoronski played in 31 games for the Titans in 2023 and 2024.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2025/7/7/24463179/tennessee-titans-all-quarter-century-team-guard

 

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Titans DT Jeffery Simmons ranks No. 4 in ESPN’s position rankings list

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Tennessee Titans DT Jeffery Simmons is still elite, per ESPN

Jeffery Simmons is sometimes a divisive topic among Tennessee Titans fans. The occasionally dominant defensive tackle has battled injuries, missing eight games across the previous three seasons. There’s also the odd social media run-in, when he cussed out Buck Reising, or stayed away from voluntary OTAs this year, citing “personal reasons.”

At his best, Simmons is a game-changing defensive tackle. His league-wide reputation indicates such. Simmons has made three Pro Bowl appearances, including one this past season (originally as an alternate), despite recording just five sacks.

ESPN is releasing their annual position rankings. On Tuesday, they dropped the defensive tackle iteration. Simmons clocked in at No. 4 overall, ahead of Quinnen Williams, DeForest Buckner, and Vita Vea, to name a few.

Execs, coaches and scouts rank the NFL's best DTs

-A Giant new No. 1
-Jalen Carter pushes for top spot
-L. Williams, Vea, Heyward return https://t.co/oX5R2otqcS

— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) July 8, 2025​

“Simmons has been a staple in the top 10 due to unique power that some evaluators consider the best in the league,” ESPN wrote. “He has risen to as high as No. 2 on the list because of the problems he gives opposing guards and centers.”

Simmons’ lack of production was a topic of discussion among the anonymous coaches and executives that were polled. They decided to look past the pedestrian numbers, collectively still labeling him a top-five interior defender.

“Still dominant vs. the run — I didn’t see the same pass-rush explosion,” an NFC executive said. “Morale gets low and it’s hard to rush when you’re always playing from behind,” an NFL coordinator said. “Still one of the most complete players.”

Simmons’ best stretch occurred in 2021-22 when he compiled 16 sacks. In the two seasons since, that number downgraded to 10.5 QB takedowns, with injuries playing a larger role. The Titans desperately need Simmons to be healthy and effective in 2025.

Simmons is signed through the 2027 season, via a previously inked four-year extension worth $94 million. Simmons earns $23.5 million annually. The top defensive tackles now earn $30-plus million annually. He could want to discuss an amended contract if he bounces back this campaign.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...ns-ranks-no-4-in-espns-position-rankings-list

 

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Tennessee Titans All-Quarter Century Team: Center

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We continue our all-quarter century team voting with center.

Over the next few weeks leading up to Tennessee Titans’ training camp, we are going to name the Titans All-Quarter Century team. Each weekday, I will post a poll at a different position for you to vote on. Feel free to explain your reasoning for your vote in the comments. We continue today with center.

As with guard, there aren’t a lot of individual statistics when it comes to centers, so I will just list the players and the games they played in Tennessee. This might be one of the closest votes we have seen so far.

Justin Hartwig​

Hartwig played in 50 games for the Titans from 2002 to 2005.

Kevin Mawae​

Mawae played in 61 games for the Titans from 2006 to 2009. He was voted an All-Pro in 2008 and made the Pro Bowl in both 2008 and 2009. Mawae was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019.

Eugene Amano​

Amano played in 124 games for the Titans from 2004 to 2011.

Ben Jones​

Jones played in 108 games for the Titans from 2016 to 2022. He made the Pro Bowl in 2022.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2025/7/8/24463860/tennessee-titans-all-quarter-century-team-center

 

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ESPN snubs Titans RB Tony Pollard from top 10 list

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Should Tony Pollard have been included?

Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons was ranked No. 4 in ESPN’s top 10 interior d-lineman rankings. Their running back rankings were released earlier this week. Titans starter Tony Pollard didn’t make the list.

Former Titans RB Derrick Henry finished second behind Saquon Barkley. Joe Mixon and Alvin Kamara ranked ninth and 10th respectively. Their inclusions are highly debatable. There were five honorable mentions. None of them were Pollard. Six additional running backs fell into the “also received votes” category. Pollard isn’t listed there either.

A little surprised that there wasn't more love for Tony Pollard here. Not saying he should have been top-5 or anything but for guys like D'Andre Swift to get votes and Pollard receive none is interesting. https://t.co/A8zKHhL93g

— Mike Herndon (@MikeHerndonSk1) July 7, 2025​

That means 21 total running backs were at least mentioned. Some of them were lackluster performers last season, such as Chuba Hubbard, D’Andre Swift, and Kenneth Walker III. It feels fairly egregious Pollard didn’t earn a single vote or mention, considering more than 70 NFL coaches, scouts. and executives are anonymously polled.

Pollard finished 12th in rushing last year with 1,079 yards. It represented his third consecutive 1,000-yard season. Of the 16 RBs who rushed for 1,000-plus yards, his 4.2 YPC finished 14th. Pollard was a workhorse for an underperforming Titans offense that couldn’t pass the football with any consistency. His 260 carries finished eighth in the league.

Pollard signed a three-year, $21.75 million contract with the Titans in free agency last offseason. The former Memphis standout more than lived up to that contract. He’ll enter 2025 as Brian Callahan’s unquestioned lead back, with Tyjae Spears in a supporting spot. Rookie Kalel Mullings is also hoping to capture a change-of-pace role.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...snubs-titans-rb-tony-pollard-from-top-10-list

 

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Titans Reacts Survey: How many yards will Calvin Ridley have this season?

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This week’s reacts question has to do with the most established playmaker on the offensive side of the ball - Calvin Ridley. I am of the belief that the Titans did not do enough to surround Cam Ward with weapons this offseason. That just means that Ridley is going to have to step up even more for his rookie quarterback.

Last season, Ridley had 64 catches for 1,017 yards and four touchdowns. If the Titans are going to make some noise in 2025, all three of those numbers are going to have to be higher. There should be better offensive line and quarterback play this year, so I expect that they will be. What say you?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Tennessee Titans fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...any-yards-will-calvin-ridley-have-this-season

 

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Tennessee Titans All-Quarter Century Team: Guard Two

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We continue our all-quarter century team voting with guard round two.

Over the next few weeks leading up to Tennessee Titans’ training camp, we are going to name the Titans All-Quarter Century team. Each weekday, I will post a poll at a different position for you to vote on. Feel free to explain your reasoning for your vote in the comments. We continue today with the second guard.

Bruce Matthews won the first round. Andy Levitre came in second in that round. I’m not trying to tell you how to vote, but there are a couple of guys on the list who were pretty significantly better than Levitre.

I narrowed the list down a little bit this time based on the votes from the first round.

Benji Olson​

Olson played in 128 games for the Titans from 2000 to 2007.

Andy Levitre​

Levitre played in 32 games for the Titans from 2013 to 2014.

Rodger Saffold​

Saffold played in 46 games for the Titans from 2019 to 2021 and made the Pro Bowl in 2021.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...see-titans-all-quarter-century-team-guard-two

 

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Tennessee Titans All-Quarter Century Team: Right tackle

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We continue our all-quarter century team voting today.

Over the next few weeks leading up to Tennessee Titans’ training camp, we are going to name the Titans All-Quarter Century team. Each weekday, I will post a poll at a different position for you to vote on. Feel free to explain your reasoning for your vote in the comments. We continue today with right tackle. It’s pretty remarkable how few right tackles the Titans used before the last few years.

On a side note, the 2005 draft where the Titans got Michael Roos in the second round and David Stewart in the fourth round, is insane. The organization would kill for another draft like that after the last few years.

Fred Miller​

Despite earning the nickname “Drive Killer Miller” for his untimely false start penalties, Miller was a solid player for this team. Miller played in 80 games from 2000 to 2004 for the Titans.

David Stewart​

“Big Country” played in 116 games for the Titans from 2005 to 20013. Again, not trying to tell you how to vote, but Stewart is really the only choice here.

Jack Conklin​

Conklin played in 57 games for the Titans from 2016 to 2019. He was really good in his rookie season, making the All-Pro team, but struggled after tearing his ACL in 2018. He did end up playing well by the time the 2019 season was over.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...-titans-all-quarter-century-team-right-tackle

 

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Reacts results: See where fans picked the Titans to finish in the AFC South

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This seems fair.

This week’s reacts question was where do you think the Tennessee Titans will finish in the AFC South in 2025. Here are the results:

That seems pretty fair to me. The Houston Texans are the favorites to win the division - as they should be. They have won the last two division titles, and on paper, they have the most talented roster in the division.

I don’t have to tell you, but the X factor for the Titans is Cam Ward. Everything we have seen from him so far has been fantastic. If Bill Callahan can figure out a way to maximize his talented rookie quarterback, the Titans will have a chance to win the division.

The most likely scenario, however, is that Ward’s rookie season has some ups and downs, and the Titans finish somewhere in the middle of the division, either second or third, like 68% of you predicted.

Be sure and check out FanDuel for all of your sports betting needs!

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...fans-picked-titans-to-finish-in-the-afc-south

 

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Should the Titans be worried about a Femi Oladejo holdout?

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Is a contract standoff coming between the Tennessee Titans and Femi Oladejo?

You’re likely aware that there’s been an intriguing storyline brewing around second-round picks in the 2025 NFL Draft over the past few months. The Houston Texans made the unprecedented decision to sign No. 34 overall pick Jayden Higgins to a fully-guaranteed contract. Realizing they possessed no leverage, the Cleveland Browns followed suit with 33rd selection Carson Schwesinger.

The other 30 second-round picks in the NFL remain unsigned, including Tennessee Titans rookie EDGE Femi Oladejo. The situation is beginning to reach a boiling point. Current CBA rules don’t allow rookies to physically participate in training camp if they haven’t signed their contracts.

The rubber is meeting the road around the league. The Los Angeles Chargers reported to training camp over the weekend. Their second-round pick, wide receiver Tre Harris, is officially holding out over guaranteed money, according to various reports.

The deadline for #Chargers rookies to report is upon us and second round WR Tre Harris is officially a holdout, sources say.

With 30 of the 32 second-round picks unsigned because of a disagreement over guaranteed money, Harris makes the first official stand. pic.twitter.com/Z2PU9p0wEc

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 12, 2025​

Oladejo displayed a team-first attitude at OTAs and minicamp, but the situation is different now. Rookies are permitted to participate in offseason workouts without a signed contract, because there are injury protections in place. Training camp essentially serves as an unofficial deadline for rookie deals to get signed. That’s why Harris is holding out in L.A.

And Oladejo’s agent is likely driving the conversation in Nashville. No matter how much of a team-first attitude Oladejo has, he’ll expect, with advice from his agency, to sign a contract that is deemed fair by market standards. The market was completely thrown into disarray by the Texans (thanks, Houston!), leading to unprecedented negotiations.

Titans GM Mike Borgonzi would probably prefer to see a rookie contract around Oladejo’s slot (No. 52 overall) get done before taking his stance. Just because the 33rd and 34th selections got fully-guaranteed contracts doesn’t necessarily mean Oladejo will. Guarantees have always slightly differed pick to pick in previous years, but putting the fully-guaranteed variety on the table changed things.

For example, what do the 50th and 53rd pick get in guaranteed money? Borgonzi would love to have that example before signing Oladejo. The Titans are slated to report to training camp on July 22nd, with the first on-field practice scheduled for the 23rd. The Titans have less than two weeks to get Oladejo signed to avoid a distraction and holdout.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...itans-be-worried-about-a-femi-oladejo-holdout

 

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Bleacher Report: Cam Ward is Titans’ biggest reason for optimism

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The Tennessee Titans are counting on Cam Ward to restore the franchise to relevance

The Tennessee Titans made the decision to draft quarterback Cam Ward at No. 1 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. Blown away by his leadership, personality, and physical traits, the Titans grew enamored with Ward throughout the pre-draft process. With training camp on the horizon, fans will be watching his development closely.

The Bleacher Report recently wrote an article outlining every team’s biggest reason for optimism heading into 2025 Training Camps. Unsurprisingly, Ward was the selection for the Titans.

“Heading into the offseason, the 2025 rookie quarterback class was largely viewed as an underwhelming group,” Kristopher Knox wrote. “Though the Tennessee Titans had earned the No. 1 overall selection, there was no obvious choice for them at the top of the draft.

“Tennessee ultimately decided to take Miami quarterback Cam Ward over Colorado corner/receiver Travis Hunter or Penn State pass-rusher Abdul Carter, the top two prospects on the Bleacher Report Scouting Department’s final draft board.”

The Titans first met with Ward at the NFL Combine. A pre-draft visit to Nashville, stellar pro day performance, and follow-up private workout solidified Ward to the Titans. New GM Mike Borgonzi was in the QB market following Will Levis’ disappointing 2024 season.

“As is always the case when a quarterback is drafted highly, Tennessee’s new signal-caller brings with him a surplus of optimism,” Knox continued. “While the 23-year-old wasn’t viewed as a can’t-miss prospect in the mold of Joe Burrow or Caleb Williams, he has the tools to eventually be a star. While the Titans might not be particularly good this season—they didn’t “earn” the No. 1 pick by accident, after all—Ward’s arrival marks the start of a thrilling new chapter for Tennessee fans.”

Titans head coach Brian Callahan has been busy building an offense around Ward’s abilities. Borgonzi also acquired multiple weapons this offseason, amidst upgrading the offensive line in free agency, to help surround Ward with a better supporting cast.

The No. 1 overall quarterback has restored hope in Nashville.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...am-ward-is-titans-biggest-reason-for-optimism

 

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Bleacher Report: Titans should trade for Packers WR Romeo Doubs

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Projecting a trade for WR Romeo Doubs

The Tennessee Titans are entering training camp next week with a lot of competition at wide receiver. Calvin Ridley is the unquestioned No. 1 receiver. Tyler Lockett projects as a starter, and hopefully he’ll be more involved in camp than he was in OTAs and minicamp. Elsewhere, the Titans will promote position battles.

Van Jefferson, Treylon Burks, and Bryce Oliver could be options at “X” receiver if they want a veteran at the boundary spot. Rookies Elic Ayomanor, Xavier Restrepo, and Chimere Dike are also in the mix. Restrepo will fight for reps in the slot, Dike is versatile enough to play multiple positions, and Ayomanor is a traditional X.

While there’s a lot of upside in the Titans’ receiver room, there’s a lot of downside, too. Rookies are rookies, with Tennessee’s trio ranging from Day Three selections to undrafted free agents. Those rarely contribute right away. Lockett is an aging asset who didn’t physically participate in minicamp. Burks probably doesn’t make the team, and Jefferson hasn’t been effective in years.

The Bleacher Report recently wrote an article that makes eight bold predictions ahead of training camp. They have the Titans trading for Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs.

“Among their five wideouts, Romeo Doubs and Christian Watson are on track to become free agents in 2026,” Moe Moton wrote. “Green Bay should look to deal one of them for draft capital, which would reduce the logjam at receiver. Because of Watson’s injury, he probably wouldn’t fetch as much as Doubs, who had a decent 2024 campaign with 46 receptions for 601 yards and four touchdowns.

“According to Sports Illustrated’s Bill Huber, last season, Doubs skipped practices due to frustrations with his role in the Packers offense. Green Bay should offer Doubs to the receiver-needy Tennessee Titans.”

The Packers are loaded at the position. They drafted Matthew Golden in the first round, and already had Doubs, Watson, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks at receiver. They also have Tucker Kraft and Luke Musgrave at tight end. With Doubs entering a contract year, he could be the odd man out.

Injury limited Doubs to 13 appearances last season, but he still recorded 46 receptions for 601 yards and four touchdowns. He’d likely be the Titans’ second-best receiver behind Ridley. The rebuilding Titans aren’t in the business of trading draft capital for players right now, but acquiring Doubs could be worthwhile. He’s a 25-year-old receiver who could be worth re-signing after this campaign.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/2...itans-should-trade-for-packers-wr-romeo-doubs

 

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10 players the Titans should sign to their practice squad

The Tennessee Titans unveiled their initial 53-man roster on Tuesday afternoon. You followed our live cut tracker here. Practice squads and waiver claims will start taking shape on Wednesday. The Titans possess the No. 1 priority on the waiver wire, so more moves are coming.

We’ve identified 10 talents the Titans should consider signing to their practice squad.

Jermar Jefferson, RB​

Jermar Jefferson was arguably the Titans’ best running back throughout the preseason. They decided to keep in-house options Julius Chestnut and Kalel Mullings instead. They should try to retain Jefferson via the practice squad, and he could play an early-season role in place of Tyjae Spears if they need.

Xavier Restrepo, WR​

Xavier Restrepo wasn’t productive enough to earn a 53-man roster spot. A fan favorite and personal friend of Cam Ward, the Titans should definitely keep him around on the practice squad. Perhaps Restrepo could replace Tyler Lockett in the slot next year.

Trevor Siemian, QB​

The Titans expectedly kept just two quarterbacks, Cam Ward and Brandon Allen. Trevor Siemian replaced Tim Boyle as QB3 after the first preseason game and performed admirably in training camp. Siemian is a practice squad-caliber quarterback.

Andrew Rupcich, IOL​

Andrew Rupcich made the 53-man roster last year. The Titans had better depth across the interior this year, with Jackson Slater and Blake Hance as new additions. Rupcich started the first preseason game and is an NFL-caliber blocker.

James Proche, WR​

James Proche was arguably the Titans’ biggest surprise cut. The veteran receiver felt like a lock for the punt return job. The Titans should add Proche to the practice squad and elevate him to the game-day roster (four standard elevations from the practice squad).

Cam Horsley, DT​

Cam Horsley lacks the length the Titans desire in defensive lineman. The rookie undrafted free agent made the occasional play during the preseason though. Horsley is a quality run stopper and should continue honing his craft behind the scenes.

Ali Gaye, EDGE​

Ali Gaye was among the surprising first-wave cuts. We thought he might make the initial 53, only to be a waiver claims sacrifice later. Gaye is long with untapped athleticism, and should continue developing via the practice squad.

Julius Wood, S​

Julius Wood was surprisingly among the Titans’ first wave of releases. They possessed terrific depth at safety, with Mike Brown and Kendell Brooks also competing for one roster spot behind Quandre Diggs. Wood could get claimed on waivers.

Kendell Brooks, S​

The aforementioned Brooks was also waived. Brooks recorded the first pick-six in recent Titans preseason memory. Mike Borgonzi’s squad was deep at safety, but a practice squad opportunity should be floated his way.

Carlos Watkins, DT​

Carlos Watkins very nearly made the 53-man roster as the final defensive tackle (That honor went to Timmy Horne). The veteran Watkins is an experienced NFL player. You’re only allowed a few of those on the practice squad.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/t...he-titans-should-sign-to-their-practice-squad

 

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Titans 53-man roster projection

The Tennessee Titans have until tomorrow at 3 PM Central to have their roster down to 53 players. Their attention will then move to the waiver wire since they hold the first claim. They will probably claim more players than we have ever seen in the past. They will be looking for upgrades at least at EDGE, ILB, CB, and RB. All of that to say, don’t get too attached to the 53 that are announced tomorrow. There will be quite a few changes after that.

Here is my one and only shot at projecting the Titans’ 53-man roster:

OFFENSE

QB – Cam Ward, Brandon Allen (2)

RB – Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears, Julius Chestnut, Kalel Mullings (4)

WR – Calvin Ridley, Tyler Lockett, Van Jefferson, Chimere Dike, Elic Ayomanor, Bryce Oliver, James Proche (7)

TE – Chig Okonkwo, Gunnar Helm, David-Martin Robinson (3)

OL – Dan Moore, Peter Skoronski, Lloyd Cushenberry, Kevin Zeitler, JC Latham, Corey Levin, Blake Vance, Jackson Slater, Oli Udoh (9)

DEFENSE

DL – Jeffery Simmons, T’Vondre Sweat, Sebastian Joseph-Day, James Lynch, Carlos Watkins (5)

EDGE – Arden Key, Femi Oladejo, Dre’Mont Jones, Jihad Ward, Ali Gaye (5)

ILB – Cody Barton, James Williams, Cedric Gray, Curtis Jacobs (4)

CB – L’Jarius Sneed, Jarvis Brownlee, Roger McCreary, Darrell Baker, Marcus Harris, Gabe Jeudy-Lally (6)

S – Amani Hooker, Kevin Winston, Quandre Diggs, Mike Brown, Xavier Woods (5)

SPECIAL TEAMS

P – Johnny Hekker

K – Joey Slye

LS – Morgan Cox

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/tennessee-titans-news/61217/titans-53-man-roster-projection

 

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Taking a look at the Titans playoff odds

The Tennessee Titans are +370 over at FanDuel to make the playoffs. While I don’t think the Titans are going to make the playoffs this year, I do think there is a world where the Titans are in the mix to either win the AFC South or get a wild card spot. That might be worth throwing some money down on at +370.

It is all going to come down to Cam Ward. It is hard for me to see a scenario where this defense is any good. That means they are going to have to score a lot of points to win games. They haven’t had the quarterback or offensive line to do that for the last couple of years. They do this year.

The most likely scenario is that the Titans are still one year away from being a legitimate contender. One more offseason where they are actually able to add an impact EDGE rusher and an impact wide receiver will put them right in the mix, but no one expected the Washington Commanders to do what they did last year either.

If you are going to put some money down on the Titans to make the playoffs, it makes sense to also put a little bit of a ladder on their win total. They will most likely have to win at least nine games to make the playoffs. They get to plus money at over 6.5 (+120). You can then get over 7.5 at +200 and over 8.5 at +330. Go big or go home!

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Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/t...1250/taking-a-look-at-the-titans-playoff-odds

 

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Titans place Tyjae Spears on injured reserve

Adam Schefter is reporting that the Tennessee Titans are placing Tyjae Spears on injured reserve.

Sources: Titans RB Tyjae Spears, who suffered a high ankle sprain earlier this month and was spotted in a walking boot this weekend, is being placed on injured reserve, meaning he will sidelined at least the first four games of the season. pic.twitter.com/qVyIwmbyH4

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 26, 2025

For roster purposes, this means the Titans will keep Spears on their initial 53-man roster and then place him on IR. That will free up a roster spot for the team to claim someone who hits waivers this afternoon. It also means the Titans will likely have four running backs on their initial 53-man roster.

Spears reportedly looked great early in camp before suffering the high-ankle sprain in the first preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings.

If you are still doing fantasy football drafts, you should probably move Tony Pollard up your draft boards a little bit. He’s going to be the bellcow for this offense, at least until Spears returns in week 5. Last year, Pollard had 260 carries for 1,079 yards and 5 touchdowns. That was behind a terrible offensive line. Pollard also had 41 catches for 238 yards.

In games without Tyjae Spears last season, Tony Pollard handled 82% of Tennessee’s non-QB rush attempts, the highest rate in the league.

His 46.4% touch share also led the NFL during those weeks. Pollard averaged 24.2 touches per game, too. pic.twitter.com/3UwSM71CrP

— Adam Pfeifer (@APfeifer24) August 26, 2025

Through his first two years in the league, Spears has 184 carries for 765 yards and 6 touchdowns.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/t.../titans-place-tyjae-spears-on-injured-reserve

 

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Tennessee Titans roster cut tracker

[UPDATE 3:00 PM] – Final roster moves:

All the #Titans’ moves:

Waived:
Asamoah, Brian
Brooks, Kendell
Dabney, Drake
Duncan, Jaelyn
Gaye, Ali
Horsley, Cam
Jefferson, Jermar
Kinsey, Mason
Mims, Jordan
Odukoya, Thomas
Raikes, Isaiah
Restrepo, Xavier
Rupcich, Andrew
Whyle, Josh

Released
Jaimes, Brenden
Lynch,…

— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 1:30 PM] – Andrew Rupcich has been released:

The #Titans are waiving IOL Andrew Rupcich, a source confirmed.

Rupcich had a strong camp and made the #Titans' initial 53 last year. He could garner interest elsewhere. pic.twitter.com/Ij3Wy7lJAx

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 12:54 PM] – Another round of cuts:

Titans released OL Brenden Jaimes.

— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 26, 2025

The #Titans are waiving DT Cam Horsley, a source said.

A UDFA out of Boston College, Horsley was the Titans' best UDFA DL, but it's a numbers game. He could resurface on the practice squad if he's not claimed. pic.twitter.com/GUfrtZzVYO

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 26, 2025

Safety Kendell Brooks has been cut by the #Titans

— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 26, 2025

DL Carlos Watkins has been released, but could come back to the Titans practice squad.

— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 26, 2025

Isaiah Raikes, Ali Gaye, and Thomas Odukoya have all been cut by the #Titans.

— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 12:04 PM] – Drake Dabney cut:

Titans are waiving TE Drake Dabney. Practice squad is possibly an option, though.

— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 11:56 AM] – Thomas Odukoya has been waived:

#Titans are waiving TE Thomas Odukoya per source.

— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 11:36 AM] – Jaelyn Duncan has been released. He had a couple of starts for the Titans during his time here:

The #Titans are waiving OT Jaelyn Duncan, a source confirmed.

Duncan, a 2023 6th-round pick, made the 53 last year, but the Titans love the depth they have at OT this year.

Duncan is a potential candidate to get claimed elsewhere. Young OT who got better this summer. pic.twitter.com/XaZ3uV1hsk

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 11:33 AM] – In the first surprise to me, James Proche has been released:

#Titans releasing WR James Proche, per source. Team wants him back on practice squad, could get picked up elsewhere. Pushed hard for final receiver spot in Tennessee.

— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 11:26 AM] – Xavier Restrepo has been released. He’ll probably be back on the PS as well:

Titans are waiving wide receiver Xavier Restrepo, who is expected to be a candidate for Tennessee’s practice squad.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 11:22 AM] – Trevor Siemian has been cut. As PK says, he will most likely be back on the practice squad:

The #Titans have released QB Trevor Siemian. Wanted for practice squad.

— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 11:20 AM] – In a tale as old as time, Mason Kinsey has been cut:

The #Titans have cut Mason Kinsey.

— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 10:57 AM] – Another running back down:

The #Titans are waiving RB Jermar Jefferson, a source said.

Jefferson averaged a team-high 6.56 YPC during the preseason. He's an option for the practice squad if he doesn't get claimed.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 10:51 AM] – RB Jordan Mims has also been released:

The #Titans are waiving RB Jordan Mims, a source said.

Mims led the Titans in rushing during the preseason, but the team had a couple of in-house options there.

He could garner interest elsewhere as a multi-purpose back.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 8/26/2005 10:48 AM] – The Titans are cutting TE Josh Whyle per Tom Pelissero:

The #Titans are waiving TE Josh Whyle, per source. A fifth-round pick from 2023.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 26, 2025

[UPDATE 1:16 PM] – Jim Wyatt gives us the complete list of the 16 players the Titans have cut today:

Waived:

-WR Jha’Quan Jackson.

-WR TJ Sheffield.

-DT Josiah Bronson.

-DT TJ Smith.

-OLB Desmond Evans.

-ILB Amari Burney.

-CB Jalen Kimber.

-CB Clarence Lewis.

-CB Jermari Harris.

-CB Davion Ross.

-S Julius Wood.

-S Joshuah Bledsoe.

Released:

-DE Joe Gaziano.

-G Arlington Hambright.

-C Sam Mustipher.

Waived/Injured:

-WR Matt Landers.

[UPDATE 12:32 PM] – Add Josiah Bronson to the list:

The #Titans are releasing DT Josiah Bronson, per source.

Bronson joined the Titans later in camp after spending the previous two years in the #UFL with Memphis, totaling 41 tackles across that span.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 25, 2025

[UPDATE 12:05 PM] – Another slew of Titans’ cuts:

The #Titans are waiving UDFA CB Jalen Kimber, per source.

Kimber signed with the Titans as an undrafted free agent out of Penn State after the 2025 NFL Draft. Previously played at Florida and Georgia.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 25, 2025

#Titans’ first cuts include:

Jha’Quan Jackson
Joe Gaziano
Julius Wood

— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 25, 2025

The #Titans are waiving EDGE Desmond Evans, a league source said.

Evans joined the Titans as a UDFA out of North Carolina after the 2025 NFL Draft.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 25, 2025

The #Titans are waiving CB Clarence Lewis, a league source confirmed.

Lewis signed with the Titans as an undrafted free agent out of Syracuse after the 2025 NFL Draft.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 25, 2025

[UPDATE 10:39 AM] – The moves are starting to come in:

The #Titans are releasing CB Davion Ross, a source said.

Ross was arguably the Titans' best undrafted corner, but the team is choosing to keep some more experienced players instead.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 25, 2025

The Tennessee Titans have until 3 PM Central tomorrow to get their roster down to 53 players. A lot of teams around the league have already started to make moves. There hasn’t been much from the Titans to this point, but that will really heat up today. We will keep track of all of those moves here.

It is also important to remember that the Titans have the first claim on the waiver wire. With how thin their roster is, you can expect them to be very active. They will be looking to add depth in quite a few places, including EDGE, ILB, CB, RB, and possibly at the backup quarterback position. We will be keeping an eye on those moves as well.

Justin Melo has the first reported cut for the Titans:

The #Titans are releasing S Joshuah Bledsoe, a source said.

Bledsoe played well in the preseason after joining the Titans later in camp, but the team is deciding to roll with their more familiar options at safety.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) August 25, 2025

You are probably already following Melo on Twitter, but if you aren’t, now is a great time to start. He will be one of the best sources for news over the next couple of days.

This morning, I posted my one and only Titans 53-man roster projection.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/tennessee-titans-news/61221/tennessee-titans-roster-cut-tracker

 

[Tennessee Titans]

Tennessee Titans initial 53-man roster

The Tennessee Titans’ initial 53-man roster is set. There will be multiple changes to this group before they head to Denver to take on the Broncos in week 1. With the first waiver claim, the Titans get the first shot at anyone who has been released over the last couple of days. I would expect quite a few claims to be made in the next few hours.

OFFENSE

QB – Cam Ward, Brandon Allen (2)

RB – Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears, Julius Chestnut, Kalel Mullings (4)

WR – Calvin Ridley, Tyler Lockett, Van Jefferson, Chimere Dike, Elic Ayomanor, Bryce Oliver (6)

TE – Chig Okonkwo, Gunnar Helm, David-Martin Robinson (3)

OL – Dan Moore, Peter Skoronski, Lloyd Cushenberry, Kevin Zeitler, JC Latham, Corey Levin, Blake Vance, Jackson Slater, Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, John Ojukwu, Oli Udoh (11)

DEFENSE

DL – Jeffery Simmons, T’Vondre Sweat, Sebastian Joseph-Day, James Lynch (4)

EDGE – Arden Key, Femi Oladejo, Dre’Mont Jones, Jihad Ward, Jaylen Harrell (5)

ILB – Cody Barton, James Williams, Cedric Gray, Curtis Jacobs (4)

CB – L’Jarius Sneed, Jarvis Brownlee, Roger McCreary, Darrell Baker, Marcus Harris, Gabe Jeudy-Lally (6)

S – Amani Hooker, Kevin Winston, Quandre Diggs, Mike Brown, Xavier Woods (5)

SPECIAL TEAMS

P – Johnny Hekker

K – Joey Slye

LS – Morgan Cox

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/tennessee-titans-news/61334/tennessee-titans-initial-53-man-roster

 

[Tennessee Titans]

AFC South odds: Bet on the Titans?

Can the Tennessee Titans win the AFC South? They are a heavy underdog over at FanDuel. They have the longest odds to win the division at +650. I don’t hate that bet. This division is as wide open top to bottom as any in the NFL. The Houston Texans, who are the betting favorite to win it at +110, have a lot of questions heading into the season. C.J. Stroud was great in his rookie year but pretty bad last year. The Texans are the best team on paper if he bounces back.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have the second best odds at +290, but they have plenty of questions of their own. Trevor Lawrence hasn’t lived up to the player he was supposed to be. Will that change now that Liam Coen is calling the shots for the Jags’ offense?

Then you have the Indianapolis Colts. They have far more questions than they do answers. Their odds to win the division are +330. So FanDuel is telling us that the Colts and Daniel Jones are almost twice as likely to win the division as the Titans. If there were a place that I could bet the Titans to finish ahead of the Colts in the AFC South, I’d be all over that.

The Titans probably don’t win the division. They would need an incredible run of health, luck, and an amazing rookie year from Cam Ward to do it, but at +650 with the questions surrounding the other teams, it might be a bet worth making.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/tennessee-titans-odds/61263/afc-south-odds-bet-on-the-titans

 

[Tennessee Titans]

7 released players the Titans should consider adding to their 53-man roster

The Tennessee Titans submitted their initial 53-man roster on Tuesday afternoon. More changes are coming, with general manager Mike Borgonzi owning the top priority on the waiver wire. We’ve identified seven released/waived players around the league Borgonzi should consider adding to his roster.

Marlon Tuipulotu, DT​

The Kansas City Chiefs released veteran defensive tackle Marlon Tuipulotu. Borgonzi obviously knows him from their time together in KC, and Titans defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson coached Tuipulotu in Philadelphia. As a vested veteran, he’s not subject to waivers, so the Titans would have to sign him in free agency.

Trey Palmer, WR​

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers waived speedy wide receiver Trey Palmer. The former sixth-round selection has registered 51 receptions, 557 yards, and four touchdowns in his young career. Palmer also has experience on special teams, and has some untapped potential worth exploring.

Audric Estime, RB​

The Titans placed Tyjae Spears on IR, ruling him out for a minimum of four regular-season games. Do the Titans need another running back as a result? Kalel Mullings has also been nursing a minor ankle injury. Audric Estime is a short-yardage back, but Brian Callahan looked for that type this offseason.

Nick Niemann, LB​

Linebacker Nick Niemann is another vested veteran, so he’s not subject to waivers. The Titans need veteran help at linebacker behind Cody Barton, James Williams, and Cedric Gray though. That fourth linebacker spot should be reserved for a special teams ace, and Niemann is plenty experienced.

Chris Paul Jr., LB​

There is legitimate discontent from Los Angeles Rams fans after they cut linebacker Chris Paul Jr. Paul Jr. was drafted in the fifth round this year, but was beat-out for a roster spot by Shaun Dolac, an undrafted defender at the same position. The former Ole Miss standout logged 111 snaps in the preseason.

C.J. Okoye, NT​

The Titans don’t really have a traditional nose tackle behind T’Vondre Sweat. Roster placeholder Timmy Horne is currently in that spot. If the Titans want a more traditional body, the Baltimore Ravens released C.J. Okoye, who played well throughout training camp and the preseason.

Cole Strange, IOL​

The Titans kept 11 offensive linemen. Roster movement will occur here. Depth across the interior is pretty good, but would Cole Strange represent an upgrade on Corey Levin or Blake Hance? It’s a question at least worth asking about Strange, a 2022 first-round selection.

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/t...should-consider-adding-to-their-53-man-roster

 

[Tennessee Titans]

Titans to sign DT Shy Tuttle

Adam Schefter reported earlier tonight that Shy Tuttle intends to sign with the Tennessee Titans.

Former Panthers defensive tackle Shy Tuttle, released today, intends to sign a one-year deal with the Titans, per Drew Rosenhaus and Kyle Lincoln.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 26, 2025

Tuttle spent the first four years of his career with the New Orleans Saints. He has been with the Carolina Panthers for the last two years.

Defensive line is actually one of the positions where the Titans have some quality depth. Tuttle hasn’t graded out very well at Pro Football Focus the last couple of years, but Mike Borgonzi has obviously seen something on tape that has him intrigued.

The Titans hold the top waiver spot, so they can claim any player who was released today who is subject to waivers. I expect them to make quite a few claims. That will obviously force them to release some of the players they kept on their initial 53-man roster today.

Tuttle played his college ball at the University of Tennessee. It is good to see the Titans finally extending an olive branch to Vols’ fans! IYKYK

Source: https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/tennessee-titans-news/61355/titans-to-sign-dt-shy-tuttle