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5 things to watch during Tennessee Titans' mandatory minicamp
5 things to watch during Tennessee Titans' mandatory minicamp The Tennessee Titans will be wrapping up their offseason program this week with a three-day mandatory minicamp at the team facility in Nashville. These sessions will be the culmination of all of the work the team has put in as they attempt to climb out of the NFL basement. The Titans have made some significant changes during the offseason and are moving in a positive direction. This period will give the coaching staff and front office a final look at their roster heading into training camp, helping them decide if any further additions or changes are necessary. With minicamp scheduled to start on Tuesday, here are five things to keep an eye on in the coming days. Where is Jeffery Simmons? Simmons did not take part during the initial stages of Phase 3 OTAs. While the star defensive tackle has posted workouts on social media, he was not seen at the facility for the voluntary sessions. While head coach Brian Callahan did not seem concerned about his absence, the media ran with it and called out the team leader. With this minicamp being mandatory, Simmons should be in the facility practicing with his teammates, but if he isn't, it could speak to a larger issue. Odds are, Simmons will be there, but it is still something worth monitoring. Quarterback reps There have been reports that Tennessee will ramp up the amount of first-team reps for first-overall selection Cam Ward moving forward, and this is the final set of practices before training camp. Callahan said at the beginning of Phase 3 that the number and order of reps doesn't mean anything in the big picture, but heading into this week, that approach should start to change. The organization has been clear that Ward is battling Will Levis for the starting job, and it will be interesting to watch how they distribute the first-team reps between the two young signal callers during this final minicamp. If it is genuinely a quarterback competition, the reps should be equal, but if some of the reports are right, that will not be the case. Cornerback battles Quietly, Tennessee acquired a lot of cornerbacks during the offseason between the draft, undrafted rookie free agents and the waiver wire. After entering the 2024 season with only four on the roster, it appears they want to go in a different direction this season and will have some interesting battles ahead. With L'Jarius Sneed still rehabbing, monitoring the reps to see how the team handles the position could be a strong indication of what to expect during training camp. With Sneed, Jarvis Brownlee, and Roger McCreary likely locks for the roster, there is a wide-open battle behind them. Wide receivers Much like at cornerback, the wide receiver room is crowded, and the Titans did a great job at retooling the unit by bringing in multiple receivers with different skill sets. The Titans need better production from the unit outside of Calvin Ridley and have a lot of new bodies competing to carve out a role. Van Jefferson and Tyler Lockett should be on solid footing, but they could face some challenges from a young crop of wideouts. Rookies Chimere Dike, Epic Ayomanor, and Xavier Restrepo flashed during the opening sessions of Phase 3. Monitoring how these young receivers progress and where they are positioned could give insight into how the room will look heading into training camp and whether fans can expect more production in 2025. Injury Updates Tennessee has a few players still working their way back from injury, and there should be some final updates prior to the start of training camp. Looking at the veterans, wide receiver Treylon Burks was seen doing individual work, although he has not been cleared for team drills. Veterans L'Jarius Sneed and Lloyd Cushenberry did not participate in the OTAs as they were rehabbing. This week will likely continue the rehab process for these three, and head coach Brian Callahan will likely update their status at some point. Rookies Kevin Winston and Kalel Mullings were both seen during OTAs but have been limited as they recover from injury. Winston likely won't be ready until training camp as he recovers from his ACL injury, but Mullings may be close to seeing some action. Any work these two can get will be a huge positive heading into camp.
USA Today
28-05-2025
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- USA Today
Tennessee Titans' Treylon Burks returns to practice during OTAs
Tennessee Titans' Treylon Burks returns to practice during OTAs The Tennessee Titans opened Phase 3 of the offseason team activities (OTAs) on Tuesday as they continue to progress toward training camp. While no official details on the day's events were released, some videos found their way to social media. In one of those posts, the video captured wide receiver Treylon Burks working with the other wide receivers. This was a surprise. Just a couple of weeks ago, head coach Brian Callahan said that he didn't expect Burks to be available until the start of the season, recovering from the torn ACL he suffered during the 2024 season. This is a massive step forward for Burks, who, despite his draft pedigree, is fighting for a spot on the roster. The Titans declined to pick up his fifth-year option a month ago, and were quite open about their expectations of what he needed to accomplish even to have a chance at a roster spot. Burks' participation throughout the rest of the OTAs should be monitored to see how far along he is in his recovery. While this was more of an individual drill, he may not be cleared for team drills or contact. Either way, it is a giant first step for Burks, who has been a major disappointment during his time in Nashville.
USA Today
18-05-2025
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- USA Today
LOOK: No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward dons Tennessee Titans' uniform for the first time
LOOK: No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward dons Tennessee Titans' uniform for the first time Fans of the Tennessee Titans have been catching glimpses of their prized rookie Cam Ward from rookie mincamp and OTAs, but that has been about it. Ward has been one of the least hyped first overall selections in the NFL draft in recent history, and national coverage has been minimal. That changed slightly during the NFLPA Rookie Premier when Cam Ward donned his complete Titans uniform for the first time. The Titans and their fans hope this is the first of many times Ward is thrust into the national spotlight, especially after seeing a primetime whitewash as a rookie. He joined Cam Newton as the only quarterbacks drafted No. 1 overall to not receive primetime treatment as a rookie since 2011. With Ward expected to open the season as the Titans' starting quarterback, he should have a chance to make his mark early in his career. During coverage of minicamp and OTAs, he is already making strides learning the offense and winning over veterans. After suffering through the Will Levis experiment in 2024, the organization's excitement level is on the rise as it looks toward the future with Ward at the helm.
USA Today
15-05-2025
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Watch: Tennessee Titans' schedule release video combats FSW
Watch: Tennessee Titans' schedule release video combats FSW NFL schedule release videos have become all the rage, and over the years, the Tennessee Titans organization has grown quite a following for their videos. This year did not disappoint. The NFL released its full 2025 regular season schedule on Wednesday, giving all 32 teams a chance to create something that fans across the league can enjoy and share, while also adding a potential revenue stream for one of the most successful businesses in the world. These videos come in all shapes and sizes, with many drawing inspiration from pop culture and current events. The Titans Ask Your Doctor About Schedule-rizi is a fun knockoff of some of the major pharmaceutical advertisements that are staples of broadcast media. So, how did their hype video compare to others? Tyler Lauletta of Sports Illustrated has it solidly inside his Top 10, coming in sixth. While it might not have achieved the level of their viral 2023 video, it was one of the best and ready for primetime.
USA Today
12-05-2025
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- USA Today
Tennessee Titans' Cam Ward lobbied for receiver Xavier Restrepo
Tennessee Titans' Cam Ward lobbied for receiver Xavier Restrepo The Tennessee Titans held their rookie minicamp over the weekend, and Miami quarterback Cam Ward, the team's first overall selection, took center stage. By all accounts, Ward has been everything the team expected when selecting him. From the start of camp, he appeared comfortable and in charge with multiple new teammates and outlets pointing out his leadership. To no one's surprise, that infectious attitude carried over into every part of the organization, even undrafted rookie signings. While meeting with reporters on Saturday, Ward was asked about undrafted rookie Xavier Restrepo and whether or not he helped persuade the Titans to sign his go-to receiver from Miami. 'I did push for him,' replied Ward. 'Every team that I visited with, I pushed for him. He's one of the best route runners in college football last year. First-team all-conference. He's an All-American. He's never lost in man coverage. … Why wouldn't we push for him?' The Titans followed through and signed the receiver, and from reports, Restrepo came to complete. The undrafted rookie took the lead in many drills and looked polished and poised throughout the weekend. Many were surprised when Restrepo was dropped from the 2025 NFL draft. The 5-foot-10, 196-pound receiver consistently produced at the college level but was criticized for lacking elite measurables during the pre-draft process. His pedestrian 4.83 40-yard dash at the Miami Pro Day tanked his stock, even though his on-field tape showed innate traits and route skills that should have made him an attractive target and easy evaluation for scouts. The league's loss is now the Titans' gain, as they hope they uncovered a gem in Ward's favorite target from 2024. Restrepo produced at a high level with Ward at the helm, leading the ACC in receiving yards (1,127) and touchdowns (11), and now will bring this pre-existing chemistry to Nashville. So far, that chemistry appears to be intact.
