17 days ago
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — New Tennessee coach Robert Saleh watched the tape of the **** ans in their first game with a new coaching staff and had a sharp critique.
Saleh's takes Monday:
"It was not good in any facet and in any phase of the football game."
"It has to be better."
That was obvious to anyone watching the **** ans lose a sixth straight season opener since 2020 with Saleh the third different coach in that span. They never led and wound up dominated by the New York Jets in a 23-10 loss to a team that also went 3-14 last season.
#game
Saleh's takes Monday:
"It was not good in any facet and in any phase of the football game."
"It has to be better."
That was obvious to anyone watching the **** ans lose a sixth straight season opener since 2020 with Saleh the third different coach in that span. They never led and wound up dominated by the New York Jets in a 23-10 loss to a team that also went 3-14 last season.
#game
17 days ago
Kyler Murray was knocked out of the Minnesota Vikings' Week 1 game against the Green Bay Packers when Javon Bullard delivered a dangerous hit to the quarterback's head. Referees threw a flag and penalized Bullard for unnecessary roughness, but it's the kind of play that the NFL will probably be looking at today to determine whether further action should be taken against the Packers' safety.
For ESPN's Tedy Bruschi, who spent 13 seasons playing linebacker in the NFL, there's no question that Bullard was trying to hurt Murray on the play. As Bruschi told the other panelists on "Get Up" Monday morning, "he knew exactly what he was doing."
MORE: Jets fans take over ***** ans stadium, taunt Robert Saleh with chants
"Let me tell you something I can do as a defender," Burschi explained. I mean I can remember this, I can pinpoint my helmet or wherever my hit is or my shoulder on any minute detail on your body. I can target whatever I want and going full speed I can hit it. Alright, I can be that accurate with my hit. That hit right there was to the head and neck area. He knew exactly what he was doing with that forearm. With that elbow because you can put it on the knees. You can put it in the stomach. He wanted to put it on the head and neck right there."
MORE: Vikings insider says team expected to move on from J.J. McCarthy
#Vikings #packers
For ESPN's Tedy Bruschi, who spent 13 seasons playing linebacker in the NFL, there's no question that Bullard was trying to hurt Murray on the play. As Bruschi told the other panelists on "Get Up" Monday morning, "he knew exactly what he was doing."
MORE: Jets fans take over ***** ans stadium, taunt Robert Saleh with chants
"Let me tell you something I can do as a defender," Burschi explained. I mean I can remember this, I can pinpoint my helmet or wherever my hit is or my shoulder on any minute detail on your body. I can target whatever I want and going full speed I can hit it. Alright, I can be that accurate with my hit. That hit right there was to the head and neck area. He knew exactly what he was doing with that forearm. With that elbow because you can put it on the knees. You can put it in the stomach. He wanted to put it on the head and neck right there."
MORE: Vikings insider says team expected to move on from J.J. McCarthy
#Vikings #packers
17 days ago
The way I'd frame the Philadelphia Eagles' Week 1 win over the Washington Commanders? I'd say it's a performance to build on.
The offense as a collective clearly needs to be better. They only managed 10 first downs on Sunday … the fewest of any team in the league so far.
Maybe Sean Mannion's group can get it going against the Tennessee ****** ans? The Eagles are entering Week 2 as seven-point road favorites, according to FanDuel.
This after the ****** ans, now coached by Robert Saleh, lost to the New York Jets by a final score of 23 to 10. Geno Smith completed 19 of 24 attempts for 215 yards and a 104 passer rating. The Jets' top two running backs combined for 142 rushing yards and one touchdown on 32 carries (4.4 average).
Until we actually see the Eagles prove they can block better, it might be hard to fully believe it. But you have to feel good about Jalen Hurts' ability to make plays for this team after watching what he did against the Commanders. You also have to like Vic Fangio's chances of being able to stifle the ****** ans' offense, which managed a mere 195 yards yesterday. That's 123 fewer yards than the Eagles managed to muster in Week 1.
#Eagles #team
The offense as a collective clearly needs to be better. They only managed 10 first downs on Sunday … the fewest of any team in the league so far.
Maybe Sean Mannion's group can get it going against the Tennessee ****** ans? The Eagles are entering Week 2 as seven-point road favorites, according to FanDuel.
This after the ****** ans, now coached by Robert Saleh, lost to the New York Jets by a final score of 23 to 10. Geno Smith completed 19 of 24 attempts for 215 yards and a 104 passer rating. The Jets' top two running backs combined for 142 rushing yards and one touchdown on 32 carries (4.4 average).
Until we actually see the Eagles prove they can block better, it might be hard to fully believe it. But you have to feel good about Jalen Hurts' ability to make plays for this team after watching what he did against the Commanders. You also have to like Vic Fangio's chances of being able to stifle the ****** ans' offense, which managed a mere 195 yards yesterday. That's 123 fewer yards than the Eagles managed to muster in Week 1.
#Eagles #team
23 days ago
The Tennessee ****** ans start their 2026 NFL season at home when they host the New York Jets at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, at 12:00 p.m. CST on Sunday, September 13.
The ****** ans' preseason outings didn't show us very much. The starters played a minimal number of snaps while new head coach Robert Saleh and his new coordinators continued to evaluate players. Like every other NFL team, they trimmed their roster down to 53 players on August 30th and have made a few additional moves since then.
While there is an aura of cautious hope around this team, there is also a smidge of, "Is this really going to work?" The consensus among experts right now keeps the ****** ans near the bottom of the power rankings, and only their play on the field and ability to win games will see them move up.
As we enter Week 1, here's a look at where the ****** ans place in a multitude of power rankings.
They're counting on a young offense led by second-year QB Cam Ward to take a major step. They're counting on a defense infused with expensive free agent upgrades to take a major step. And they're counting heavily on Saleh to make it all work. Yet the preseason suggested they shouldn't necessarily count on instant results in 2026.
#Titans #counting #team #work
The ****** ans' preseason outings didn't show us very much. The starters played a minimal number of snaps while new head coach Robert Saleh and his new coordinators continued to evaluate players. Like every other NFL team, they trimmed their roster down to 53 players on August 30th and have made a few additional moves since then.
While there is an aura of cautious hope around this team, there is also a smidge of, "Is this really going to work?" The consensus among experts right now keeps the ****** ans near the bottom of the power rankings, and only their play on the field and ability to win games will see them move up.
As we enter Week 1, here's a look at where the ****** ans place in a multitude of power rankings.
They're counting on a young offense led by second-year QB Cam Ward to take a major step. They're counting on a defense infused with expensive free agent upgrades to take a major step. And they're counting heavily on Saleh to make it all work. Yet the preseason suggested they shouldn't necessarily count on instant results in 2026.
#Titans #counting #team #work
23 days ago
After a disappointing 3-14 campaign in 2025, the Jets get their 2026 season underway on Sunday afternoon, as they travel to face their former head coach Robert Saleh and his Tennessee ***** ans.
Plenty of changes have been made during the offseason, with many of the main building blocks still in place. These changes are not guaranteed to be effective, though and, if they backfire, it won't be long until we hear the familiar refrain of "Same Old Jets" from fans and media.
Here are five storylines to watch during the regular season...
For Geno Smith to return to the Jets organization after a decade away is improbable enough; especially given the ignominious nature of his departure. However, what would it be like if he could actually succeed in his second act?
"That would be like a story in a movie, right?" Smith has said, "Kind of like one of those superhero movies."
#like
Plenty of changes have been made during the offseason, with many of the main building blocks still in place. These changes are not guaranteed to be effective, though and, if they backfire, it won't be long until we hear the familiar refrain of "Same Old Jets" from fans and media.
Here are five storylines to watch during the regular season...
For Geno Smith to return to the Jets organization after a decade away is improbable enough; especially given the ignominious nature of his departure. However, what would it be like if he could actually succeed in his second act?
"That would be like a story in a movie, right?" Smith has said, "Kind of like one of those superhero movies."
#like
23 days ago
The Tennessee ***** ans will make their 2026 NFL season debut by hosting the New York Jets at Nissan Stadium in Week 1 this Sunday. There's so much to learn about these new-look ***** ans. Head coach Robert Saleh and the team's new coordinators Brian Daboll and Gus Bradley will officially make their debuts.
The most important aspect of the ***** ans' 2026 campaign is the development of sophomore quarterback Cam Ward. Coach Daboll is being tasked with overseeing his ascension. The ***** ans' new-look passing game will finally be unveiled versus the Jets.
This is a deep receiving core in Tennessee. Carnell Tate was drafted at fourth overall to grow alongside Ward. Wan'Dale Robinson was signed in free agency for his ability to be a high-volume, reliable weapon. Calvin Ridley is also back, and Elic Ayomanor had an excellent training camp. The ***** ans are four-deep at receiver.
Who do you think will lead the ***** ans in receiving in Week 1? It's an interesting question. Fans would love to see Tate explode after he failed to record a single preseason catch. Robinson should be Ward's most reliable weapon, possibly leading the ***** ans in targets. Ridley is a big-play threat who once played in Daboll's offense at Alabama.
Running backs and tight ends should also be heavily involved in the ***** ans' passing attack. Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears, Gunnar Helm, and Daniel Bellinger will play notable roles in Daboll's offense. Ward will be tasked with spreading the ball around to a plethora of players.
#ward #tennessee #robinson
The most important aspect of the ***** ans' 2026 campaign is the development of sophomore quarterback Cam Ward. Coach Daboll is being tasked with overseeing his ascension. The ***** ans' new-look passing game will finally be unveiled versus the Jets.
This is a deep receiving core in Tennessee. Carnell Tate was drafted at fourth overall to grow alongside Ward. Wan'Dale Robinson was signed in free agency for his ability to be a high-volume, reliable weapon. Calvin Ridley is also back, and Elic Ayomanor had an excellent training camp. The ***** ans are four-deep at receiver.
Who do you think will lead the ***** ans in receiving in Week 1? It's an interesting question. Fans would love to see Tate explode after he failed to record a single preseason catch. Robinson should be Ward's most reliable weapon, possibly leading the ***** ans in targets. Ridley is a big-play threat who once played in Daboll's offense at Alabama.
Running backs and tight ends should also be heavily involved in the ***** ans' passing attack. Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears, Gunnar Helm, and Daniel Bellinger will play notable roles in Daboll's offense. Ward will be tasked with spreading the ball around to a plethora of players.
#ward #tennessee #robinson
1 month ago
For the first time in Robert Saleh's tenure, the Tennessee ***** ans are poised to take the practice field on Sept. 1 with a regulation roster.
Following Sunday's moves to trim the squad down to 53 players and the flurry of waiver claims, free agent adds and practice squad invitations made on Monday, the ***** ans return to the practice field on Sept. 1 for their first post-training camp practice as the 12-day sprint to the start of the regular season commences.
The ***** ans are scheduled to take the field around noon. Media will be on hand to survey the first half-hour or so, and updates about how the team looks and who's seated where on the depth chart can follow. Prior to practice, at roundabouts 11:30 a.m. CT, ***** ans GM Mike Borgonzi will brief the media on the team's roster decisions in the last 48 hours, and after practice the ***** ans will send Saleh and select players to the podium to preview the start of the season.
Keep this page ready for updates throughout the day as the ***** ans move forward from training camp into regular season mode.
PAY ATTENTION: What ***** ans are telling us with their first 53-man roster
#first #roster #season #sept
Following Sunday's moves to trim the squad down to 53 players and the flurry of waiver claims, free agent adds and practice squad invitations made on Monday, the ***** ans return to the practice field on Sept. 1 for their first post-training camp practice as the 12-day sprint to the start of the regular season commences.
The ***** ans are scheduled to take the field around noon. Media will be on hand to survey the first half-hour or so, and updates about how the team looks and who's seated where on the depth chart can follow. Prior to practice, at roundabouts 11:30 a.m. CT, ***** ans GM Mike Borgonzi will brief the media on the team's roster decisions in the last 48 hours, and after practice the ***** ans will send Saleh and select players to the podium to preview the start of the season.
Keep this page ready for updates throughout the day as the ***** ans move forward from training camp into regular season mode.
PAY ATTENTION: What ***** ans are telling us with their first 53-man roster
#first #roster #season #sept
1 month ago
The Tennessee ******* ans may have dropped their preseason finale to the Chicago Bears, but they did get solid performances from developmental players who will have roles in the regular season.
One of those players, edge Femi Oladejo, may have had his best game since entering the league as a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and it looks like he is coming into his own in Robert Saleh's defense.
"A lot more prepared. I think Coach Whitecotton's given us a lot of wisdom and knowledge of just about ball and what to expect from our linemen and the blocking schemes and how to win in this league as well."
A raw prospect coming out of college, the second-year linebacker finally looks healthy after missing the majority of his rookie season with a broken leg and is starting to show some signs of developing into a potential impact player on the edge. Always known as a stout run defender, he flashed some of his pass rush skills against the Bears, and that could be significant moving forward.
The ******* ans need their edge unit to step up in 2026 and give the pass rush a boost; if they do, Tennessee's defense has a chance to be one of the better units in the league
#defense
One of those players, edge Femi Oladejo, may have had his best game since entering the league as a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and it looks like he is coming into his own in Robert Saleh's defense.
"A lot more prepared. I think Coach Whitecotton's given us a lot of wisdom and knowledge of just about ball and what to expect from our linemen and the blocking schemes and how to win in this league as well."
A raw prospect coming out of college, the second-year linebacker finally looks healthy after missing the majority of his rookie season with a broken leg and is starting to show some signs of developing into a potential impact player on the edge. Always known as a stout run defender, he flashed some of his pass rush skills against the Bears, and that could be significant moving forward.
The ******* ans need their edge unit to step up in 2026 and give the pass rush a boost; if they do, Tennessee's defense has a chance to be one of the better units in the league
#defense
1 month ago
The Tennessee ******* ans have finished off their preseason with a 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears, dropping their record to 2-1 just ahead of the league-mandated cuts on Sunday evening.
After the game, head coach Robert Saleh met with the media and pointed out that most of the roster decisions have been made and that this is always the hardest part of camp, full of hard conversations among him, general manager Mike Borgonzi, and some players (roster cuts).
Saleh also pointed out that roughly 10 roster spots were up for grabs on Saturday.
"There's going to be stuff that shows up on tape, and if players were neck and neck, it could make a difference."
The ******* ans are a young team, and some players definitely made a case against the Bears. Did it make a difference? Who knows. But everyone will find out when the ******* ans cut their roster to 53-players on Sunday afternoon.
#roster #bears
After the game, head coach Robert Saleh met with the media and pointed out that most of the roster decisions have been made and that this is always the hardest part of camp, full of hard conversations among him, general manager Mike Borgonzi, and some players (roster cuts).
Saleh also pointed out that roughly 10 roster spots were up for grabs on Saturday.
"There's going to be stuff that shows up on tape, and if players were neck and neck, it could make a difference."
The ******* ans are a young team, and some players definitely made a case against the Bears. Did it make a difference? Who knows. But everyone will find out when the ******* ans cut their roster to 53-players on Sunday afternoon.
#roster #bears
1 month ago
Rapid reaction from the Tennessee ***** ans' 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears at Nissan Stadium in the final of three preseason games:
Robert Saleh, deviating from the original plan, opted to rest most – but not all – of the ***** ans' starters for this final preseason game. Cam Ward, Jeffery Simmons, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley and others weren't in uniform, but several expected ***** ans contributors did play. Among them: Receivers Carnell Tate, Elic Ayomanor and Chimere Dike, right guard Fernando Carmona Jr., defensive linemen Solomon Thomas, Jordan Elliott and Jacob Martin, nickel cornerback Marcus Harris and linebackers Cedric Gray, Anthony Hill Jr. and James Williams Sr.
It wasn't the first-string this time, but the ***** ans' defense didn't start well in this preseason game, either, giving up a 97-yard touchdown on the Bears' first offensive snap when cornerback Keydrain Calligan fell down in coverage. Later in the first half, Chicago capped a 16-play, 69-yard drive with a second TD pass for quarterback Tyson Bagent, who was 16-of-17 passing for 208 yards.
Tate did not record a catch in three preseason games. He was targeted only once against the Bears, diving unsuccessfully for a deep ball thrown by quarterback Will Levis into the end zone. While the ***** ans surely would've liked to get more production from their rookie No. 4 overall draft pick in the preseason games, it eased some concerns to see Tate bounce back from a brief rough patch and play a starring role during this past week's joint practice with the Bears.
In what might've been his final game in a ***** ans' uniform, Levis started at quarterback (Mitch Trubisky didn't play, either) and went 14-of-22 passing for 143 yards. Vols legend Hendon Hooker played the rest of the way after halftime. Cut day will be here quickly on Aug. 30. It'll be interesting to see what happens with these two quarterbacks.
#tate #game
Robert Saleh, deviating from the original plan, opted to rest most – but not all – of the ***** ans' starters for this final preseason game. Cam Ward, Jeffery Simmons, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley and others weren't in uniform, but several expected ***** ans contributors did play. Among them: Receivers Carnell Tate, Elic Ayomanor and Chimere Dike, right guard Fernando Carmona Jr., defensive linemen Solomon Thomas, Jordan Elliott and Jacob Martin, nickel cornerback Marcus Harris and linebackers Cedric Gray, Anthony Hill Jr. and James Williams Sr.
It wasn't the first-string this time, but the ***** ans' defense didn't start well in this preseason game, either, giving up a 97-yard touchdown on the Bears' first offensive snap when cornerback Keydrain Calligan fell down in coverage. Later in the first half, Chicago capped a 16-play, 69-yard drive with a second TD pass for quarterback Tyson Bagent, who was 16-of-17 passing for 208 yards.
Tate did not record a catch in three preseason games. He was targeted only once against the Bears, diving unsuccessfully for a deep ball thrown by quarterback Will Levis into the end zone. While the ***** ans surely would've liked to get more production from their rookie No. 4 overall draft pick in the preseason games, it eased some concerns to see Tate bounce back from a brief rough patch and play a starring role during this past week's joint practice with the Bears.
In what might've been his final game in a ***** ans' uniform, Levis started at quarterback (Mitch Trubisky didn't play, either) and went 14-of-22 passing for 143 yards. Vols legend Hendon Hooker played the rest of the way after halftime. Cut day will be here quickly on Aug. 30. It'll be interesting to see what happens with these two quarterbacks.
#tate #game
1 month ago
When next the Tennessee ******* ans take the field, it'll matter. For now, it's wait-and-see time at the bottom of the roster.
Led once again by the reliable leg of kicker Joey Slye and not much else, the ******* ans completed the 2026 NFL preseason with a 24-15 loss against the Chicago Bears on Aug. 29. Now it's time for the sprint to the start of the regular season. NFL active rosters must be cut down to 53 players by 5 p.m. CT on Aug. 30, meaning the ******* ans will have to sever ties, at least temporarily, with 38 players before rebuilding a practice squad of up to 17 players on Aug. 31.
The ******* ans rested most all of their starters in this one, a departure from coach Robert Saleh's strategy in the first two weeks of the preseason. The only projected starters who played on offense were rookies Carnell Tate, who only took three snaps, and Fernando Carmona Jr. On defense, contributors like Cedric Gray, Jacob Martin, Marcus Harris and Jordan Elliott played intermittently in the first quarter.
Quarterback Will Levis led the ******* ans' offense throughout the first half, finishing his day 14-for-22 passing with 143 yards. Bears starter Tyson Bagent continued the trend of backup quarterbacks torching the ******* ans' defense in the first half of preseason games, completing 16 of 17 passes for 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a 97-yard score on his first play from scrimmage.
Slye made 11 field goals across three preseason games, the most by any kicker in any preseason since Graham Gano in 2016. Counting preseason games and training camp practices that media have been able to view, Slye has made 36 consecutive field goals.
#players #time
Led once again by the reliable leg of kicker Joey Slye and not much else, the ******* ans completed the 2026 NFL preseason with a 24-15 loss against the Chicago Bears on Aug. 29. Now it's time for the sprint to the start of the regular season. NFL active rosters must be cut down to 53 players by 5 p.m. CT on Aug. 30, meaning the ******* ans will have to sever ties, at least temporarily, with 38 players before rebuilding a practice squad of up to 17 players on Aug. 31.
The ******* ans rested most all of their starters in this one, a departure from coach Robert Saleh's strategy in the first two weeks of the preseason. The only projected starters who played on offense were rookies Carnell Tate, who only took three snaps, and Fernando Carmona Jr. On defense, contributors like Cedric Gray, Jacob Martin, Marcus Harris and Jordan Elliott played intermittently in the first quarter.
Quarterback Will Levis led the ******* ans' offense throughout the first half, finishing his day 14-for-22 passing with 143 yards. Bears starter Tyson Bagent continued the trend of backup quarterbacks torching the ******* ans' defense in the first half of preseason games, completing 16 of 17 passes for 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a 97-yard score on his first play from scrimmage.
Slye made 11 field goals across three preseason games, the most by any kicker in any preseason since Graham Gano in 2016. Counting preseason games and training camp practices that media have been able to view, Slye has made 36 consecutive field goals.
#players #time
1 month ago
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The Tennessee **** ans wrap up the NFL preseason with a game against the Chicago Bears on Aug. 29 at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee will again play its starters for a lengthy stretch in the first half, Robert Saleh said earlier this week.
Cam Ward and the **** ans offense had a solid joint practice against Chicago on Aug. 27. Carnell Tate is still looking for his first catch of the preseason.
Starters on both sides of the ball struggled last week in the preseason game against Seattle. The **** ans' No. 1 defense allowed two touchdowns on the first two drives.
#game #bears
The Tennessee **** ans wrap up the NFL preseason with a game against the Chicago Bears on Aug. 29 at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee will again play its starters for a lengthy stretch in the first half, Robert Saleh said earlier this week.
Cam Ward and the **** ans offense had a solid joint practice against Chicago on Aug. 27. Carnell Tate is still looking for his first catch of the preseason.
Starters on both sides of the ball struggled last week in the preseason game against Seattle. The **** ans' No. 1 defense allowed two touchdowns on the first two drives.
#game #bears
1 month ago
With training camp in the rearview, the Tennessee ***** ans are about ready to fully turn their attention to the season opener against the New York Jets. Just two hurdles remain: the preseason finale against the Chicago Bears on Saturday and the cut-down to 53 on Sunday.
This past week, head coach Robert Saleh and ***** istant general manager Dave Zeigler discussed the week and noted that a few roster spots remain up for grabs. But what are those? And who are those in contention?
While some players like Julius Chestnut appear to have locked up a roster spot as the fourth running back or Kylen Granson as the fourth tight end, others are still fighting for the final spots, and the final roster breakdown will be dictated by the final positional breakdown.
Here is a breakdown of what ***** ans Wire believes could be those final spots.
The ***** ans are five deep, but will have some decisions to make at receiver. Bryce Oliver is a special teams ***** et, which could give him an advantage, but Xavier Restrepo is making a strong push. With Wan'Dale Robinson going down with a potential concussion, Restrepo could be in-line to gain some extra snaps in the preseason finale and could have a golden opportunity to cement his case.
#finale
This past week, head coach Robert Saleh and ***** istant general manager Dave Zeigler discussed the week and noted that a few roster spots remain up for grabs. But what are those? And who are those in contention?
While some players like Julius Chestnut appear to have locked up a roster spot as the fourth running back or Kylen Granson as the fourth tight end, others are still fighting for the final spots, and the final roster breakdown will be dictated by the final positional breakdown.
Here is a breakdown of what ***** ans Wire believes could be those final spots.
The ***** ans are five deep, but will have some decisions to make at receiver. Bryce Oliver is a special teams ***** et, which could give him an advantage, but Xavier Restrepo is making a strong push. With Wan'Dale Robinson going down with a potential concussion, Restrepo could be in-line to gain some extra snaps in the preseason finale and could have a golden opportunity to cement his case.
#finale
1 month ago
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Chicago Bears and Tennessee wrapped up training camp Thursday with a joint practice highlighted late by a hit laying out wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson in a two-minute drill that **** ans coach Robert Saleh needed only one word to describe.
"Cheap," Saleh said.
The coach also said Robinson was being evaluated for a concussion after the hit. **** ans quarterback Cam Ward said his pass over the middle has to be better. Chicago defensive back Xavier Woods made the hit that brought players together yelling.
Titans left guard Peter Skoronski said he just watched the play again before talking to reporters after practice. He said it was unacceptable and the kind of thing that's on Tape 101 of what not to do in a period of practice where players are not tackling. Both he and veteran center Austin Schlottmann ran downfield after the hit.
"I get we're being competitive, I get DBs are physical, stuff like that," Skoronski said. "But that's totally uncalled for in the practice time like this. I think we're trying to take those out or else we could do things like cut guys or clean out the pocket or do stuff like that if you allow that and OK, we can do that."
#Titans #like #saleh #we 're
"Cheap," Saleh said.
The coach also said Robinson was being evaluated for a concussion after the hit. **** ans quarterback Cam Ward said his pass over the middle has to be better. Chicago defensive back Xavier Woods made the hit that brought players together yelling.
Titans left guard Peter Skoronski said he just watched the play again before talking to reporters after practice. He said it was unacceptable and the kind of thing that's on Tape 101 of what not to do in a period of practice where players are not tackling. Both he and veteran center Austin Schlottmann ran downfield after the hit.
"I get we're being competitive, I get DBs are physical, stuff like that," Skoronski said. "But that's totally uncalled for in the practice time like this. I think we're trying to take those out or else we could do things like cut guys or clean out the pocket or do stuff like that if you allow that and OK, we can do that."
#Titans #like #saleh #we 're
1 month ago
In hopes of helping 2025 No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward take a second-year leap, the Tennessee ******* ans gave their receiving corps a much-needed makeover this offseason. That facelift included signing former New York Giants wideout Wan'Dale Robinson to a four-year, $78 million deal.
The ******* ans invested in Robinson, a Kentucky product coming off his first 1,000-yard receiving campaign.
Robinson's now being evaluated for a concussion after Chicago Bears safety Xavier Woods reportedly laid him out over the middle of the field during the teams' joint practice in Nashville on Thursday.
Following practice, a reporter began asking head coach Robert Saleh a question about the blow Robinson suffered.
"Obviously, the hit on Wan'Dale in this type of situation is," the reporter started.
#Titans #wan 'dale
The ******* ans invested in Robinson, a Kentucky product coming off his first 1,000-yard receiving campaign.
Robinson's now being evaluated for a concussion after Chicago Bears safety Xavier Woods reportedly laid him out over the middle of the field during the teams' joint practice in Nashville on Thursday.
Following practice, a reporter began asking head coach Robert Saleh a question about the blow Robinson suffered.
"Obviously, the hit on Wan'Dale in this type of situation is," the reporter started.
#Titans #wan 'dale
1 month ago
The Tennessee ******* ans had one major complaint after their joint practice with the Chicago Bears on Aug. 27.
"If cheap shots are taken on our guys, that's unacceptable for us," offensive lineman Peter Skoronski said after practice at Vanderbilt Health Football Center. "We're going to be there for our guys when they get hit."
The hit Skoronski referred to was made by safety Xavier Woods on ******* ans receiver Wan'Dale Robinson. On a catch over the middle, Woods made helmet to helmet contact, knocking the ball loose and sending Robinson immediately to the ground.
The hit, which led to Robinson being evaluated for a concussion, would have been dangerous in a regular season game, let alone a practice.
Titans coach Robert Saleh had just one word for it.
#robinson
"If cheap shots are taken on our guys, that's unacceptable for us," offensive lineman Peter Skoronski said after practice at Vanderbilt Health Football Center. "We're going to be there for our guys when they get hit."
The hit Skoronski referred to was made by safety Xavier Woods on ******* ans receiver Wan'Dale Robinson. On a catch over the middle, Woods made helmet to helmet contact, knocking the ball loose and sending Robinson immediately to the ground.
The hit, which led to Robinson being evaluated for a concussion, would have been dangerous in a regular season game, let alone a practice.
Titans coach Robert Saleh had just one word for it.
#robinson
1 month ago
The Tennessee ***** ans' joint practice with the Chicago Bears reached peak intensity after a hit on Wan'Dale Robinson from former ***** ans defensive back Xavier Woods during a team period.
Robinson left the field under his own power but is being evaluated for a concussion, Robert Saleh said.
"We're checking Wan'Dale for a concussion," Saleh said.
The hit produced tension between both teams, with both sidelines coming together.
Saleh had a quick reaction after practice to the hit on Robinson.
#Titans #practice #Chicago
Robinson left the field under his own power but is being evaluated for a concussion, Robert Saleh said.
"We're checking Wan'Dale for a concussion," Saleh said.
The hit produced tension between both teams, with both sidelines coming together.
Saleh had a quick reaction after practice to the hit on Robinson.
#Titans #practice #Chicago
1 month ago
On paper, the Atlanta Hawks made improvements from last season. Although they didn't have the most exciting offseason, they made enough progress to build on last season's accomplishments.
Hawks GM Onsi Saleh used this offseason to establish an identity. There is no doubt that Atlanta expects to be among the top defensive teams in the NBA next season. A common theme of the Trae Young era was that the Hawks had a great offense, but a not-so-great defense. Of course, that isn't entirely Young's fault, but now that Atlanta has moved on, its roster construction and philosophy have shifted.
The Hawks made big improvements to become a top defensive team. On offense, Atlanta has prioritized athleticism, which allows them to excel in transition. For instance, the Hawks ranked fourth in the NBA last season in transition possessions and points per game.
Atlanta will enter next season with a clear identity. That said, one major question remains if the Hawks want to reach their potential.
Because they frequently play in transition, the Hawks ranked fifth in the NBA in pace last season. Their offensive identity involved turning defense into offense and running in transition. Last season, Atlanta finished 10th in points in the paint (just over 51.1 PPG). The Hawks' style of play made players like Jonathan **** inga a great fit last season.
#atlanta #season #last #identity
Hawks GM Onsi Saleh used this offseason to establish an identity. There is no doubt that Atlanta expects to be among the top defensive teams in the NBA next season. A common theme of the Trae Young era was that the Hawks had a great offense, but a not-so-great defense. Of course, that isn't entirely Young's fault, but now that Atlanta has moved on, its roster construction and philosophy have shifted.
The Hawks made big improvements to become a top defensive team. On offense, Atlanta has prioritized athleticism, which allows them to excel in transition. For instance, the Hawks ranked fourth in the NBA last season in transition possessions and points per game.
Atlanta will enter next season with a clear identity. That said, one major question remains if the Hawks want to reach their potential.
Because they frequently play in transition, the Hawks ranked fifth in the NBA in pace last season. Their offensive identity involved turning defense into offense and running in transition. Last season, Atlanta finished 10th in points in the paint (just over 51.1 PPG). The Hawks' style of play made players like Jonathan **** inga a great fit last season.
#atlanta #season #last #identity
1 month ago
Tennessee **** ans first-round pick Keldrick Faulk left practice last week with a shoulder injury. Robert Saleh said today that Faulk won't practice this week, but that he is expected to be ready for the regular season opener against the New York Jets. Saleh didn't give any specifics on the injury because he isn't required to in the preseason.
The only good news here is that the **** ans have more depth on the defensive line than anywhere else on the roster. Even if Faulk isn't ready for the start of the season, they can get by with the other guys they have up front. That is certainly not the case in other places on the roster.
It probably feels pretty dumb to feel good about anything on the defense after the performance we have seen from them in the first two games, but I still think they are going to be good. There is plenty of talent on that side of the ball, and we know Saleh can coach a defense.
Am I crazy to still have optimism about the defense?
#injury
The only good news here is that the **** ans have more depth on the defensive line than anywhere else on the roster. Even if Faulk isn't ready for the start of the season, they can get by with the other guys they have up front. That is certainly not the case in other places on the roster.
It probably feels pretty dumb to feel good about anything on the defense after the performance we have seen from them in the first two games, but I still think they are going to be good. There is plenty of talent on that side of the ball, and we know Saleh can coach a defense.
Am I crazy to still have optimism about the defense?
#injury
1 month ago
The Tennessee ****** ans pulled out a come-from-behind victory over the Seattle Seahawks to close out Week 2 of the preseason, but it was not all fun and games.
The ****** ans' starters again had some hiccups, mostly against the Seahawks' second team. The defense was vanilla and gave up two big scoring plays over three series, and the offense sputtered under Cam Ward, managing only a single field goal over three drives.
While it was not a crisp outing, head coach Robert Saleh said he was pleased overall and is excited to see how they prepare for the final week of training camp.
Here is a quick report card on how the ****** ans fared against the defending Super Bowl champs.
The ****** ans' offense did do enough by the end to pull this one out, but it was not all smooth sailing. The starters struggled in their three series, managing only one field goal, but they looked a bit better than they did against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1. Quarterback Cam Ward was better, although he did appear shaky and slightly inaccurate, especially trying to force the ball to first-round pick Carnell Tate, who remains catchless through two preseason games.
#Titans
The ****** ans' starters again had some hiccups, mostly against the Seahawks' second team. The defense was vanilla and gave up two big scoring plays over three series, and the offense sputtered under Cam Ward, managing only a single field goal over three drives.
While it was not a crisp outing, head coach Robert Saleh said he was pleased overall and is excited to see how they prepare for the final week of training camp.
Here is a quick report card on how the ****** ans fared against the defending Super Bowl champs.
The ****** ans' offense did do enough by the end to pull this one out, but it was not all smooth sailing. The starters struggled in their three series, managing only one field goal, but they looked a bit better than they did against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1. Quarterback Cam Ward was better, although he did appear shaky and slightly inaccurate, especially trying to force the ball to first-round pick Carnell Tate, who remains catchless through two preseason games.
#Titans
1 month ago
The **** ans scored 10 points in the fourth quarter to end Sunday night's preseason game against the Seahawks with a win, but head coach Robert Saleh said the team's early performance left something to be desired in a postgame press conference.
Cam Ward started at quarterback for the second straight week and led the team to a field goal on their first drive, but failed to convert a fourth-and-1 on their second possession and fumbled on a sack to help set up a punt on his final series. Ward was 8-of-12 for 69 yards through the air before exiting the game.
All of that came against Seahawks backups and Saleh said that any of the good things that happened don't outweigh the need for the entire operation to improve.
"I thought the first drive was good, we went out there and got some points," Saleh said. "Thought Cam, again, was good with the ball, good decision-making. We just couldn't connect on a couple of deep throws, but, overall, it's got to be better. I'm not trying to sugarcoat it. It does got to be better, but at the same time, there's always going to be things that we can take from."
It's a bit better than Saleh's review of Ward's first preseason outing, but the **** ans will need the progress to pick up for the offense to get where they want it to be for Week 1 against the Jets.
#saleh #good #thought #points
Cam Ward started at quarterback for the second straight week and led the team to a field goal on their first drive, but failed to convert a fourth-and-1 on their second possession and fumbled on a sack to help set up a punt on his final series. Ward was 8-of-12 for 69 yards through the air before exiting the game.
All of that came against Seahawks backups and Saleh said that any of the good things that happened don't outweigh the need for the entire operation to improve.
"I thought the first drive was good, we went out there and got some points," Saleh said. "Thought Cam, again, was good with the ball, good decision-making. We just couldn't connect on a couple of deep throws, but, overall, it's got to be better. I'm not trying to sugarcoat it. It does got to be better, but at the same time, there's always going to be things that we can take from."
It's a bit better than Saleh's review of Ward's first preseason outing, but the **** ans will need the progress to pick up for the offense to get where they want it to be for Week 1 against the Jets.
#saleh #good #thought #points
1 month ago
The Seattle Seahawks traveled to Nashville for a joint practice with the Tennessee ****** ans on Friday morning. They'll then meet the ****** ans on Sunday in Week 2 of the preseason. Tennessee is a rebuilding team, but they should provide the Seahawks' interior offensive line with a worthwhile challenge.
The Seahawks return all three starters across the interior, with Grey Zabel, Jalen Sundell, and Anthony Bradford slated to start. Joint practice with the ****** ans should test their preparedness for the regular season. The interior defensive line is the strongest area of the ****** ans' roster.
Even though Seahawks DT Leonard Williams was named ESPN's No. 1 interior defender this past offseason, many critics believed ****** ans DT Jeffery Simmons deserved the spot. Simmons led all defensive tackles in the NFL in sacks last season. He'd get more recognition if the ****** ans weren't 3-14.
The ****** ans also signed productive DT John Franklin-Myers to a three-year contract worth more than $20 million per season earlier this offseason. Together, Franklin-Myers and Simmons could form one of the best interior duos in all of football this season. Defensive-minded head coach Robert Saleh is excited to have them.
If both Simmons and Franklin-Myers participate in Friday's joint practice, they'll push the Seahawks' interior to the limit.
#Titans #interior #franklin #defensive
The Seahawks return all three starters across the interior, with Grey Zabel, Jalen Sundell, and Anthony Bradford slated to start. Joint practice with the ****** ans should test their preparedness for the regular season. The interior defensive line is the strongest area of the ****** ans' roster.
Even though Seahawks DT Leonard Williams was named ESPN's No. 1 interior defender this past offseason, many critics believed ****** ans DT Jeffery Simmons deserved the spot. Simmons led all defensive tackles in the NFL in sacks last season. He'd get more recognition if the ****** ans weren't 3-14.
The ****** ans also signed productive DT John Franklin-Myers to a three-year contract worth more than $20 million per season earlier this offseason. Together, Franklin-Myers and Simmons could form one of the best interior duos in all of football this season. Defensive-minded head coach Robert Saleh is excited to have them.
If both Simmons and Franklin-Myers participate in Friday's joint practice, they'll push the Seahawks' interior to the limit.
#Titans #interior #franklin #defensive
1 month ago
The San Francisco 49ers completed a joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers at The Bolt, Los Angeles' practice facility in El Segundo, California on Tuesday.
While the two teams were able to get through the session without skirmishes or fights, that wasn't the case last week when San Francisco held a joint practice with the Tennessee ***** ans at the 49ers' SAP Performance Facility.
Local reporters asked 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan why this practice was more tame, and he took it as an opportunity to take a hilarious shot at former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, who is now the head coach in Tennessee.
"No, their head coach had more discipline than Tennessee's," Shanahan said with a smile. "No, I'm just joking. A few things started early in the Tennessee practice, which when that happens, then everything just gets escalated throughout the rest of the day. I wasn't on both sides, but nothing happened early, and usually when nothing happens early, nothing happens late."
Shanahan and Saleh clearly have a great relationship, where they can throw these shots at each other and laugh about it. It's also notable that former 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh is the Chargers head coach now.
#shanahan
While the two teams were able to get through the session without skirmishes or fights, that wasn't the case last week when San Francisco held a joint practice with the Tennessee ***** ans at the 49ers' SAP Performance Facility.
Local reporters asked 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan why this practice was more tame, and he took it as an opportunity to take a hilarious shot at former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, who is now the head coach in Tennessee.
"No, their head coach had more discipline than Tennessee's," Shanahan said with a smile. "No, I'm just joking. A few things started early in the Tennessee practice, which when that happens, then everything just gets escalated throughout the rest of the day. I wasn't on both sides, but nothing happened early, and usually when nothing happens early, nothing happens late."
Shanahan and Saleh clearly have a great relationship, where they can throw these shots at each other and laugh about it. It's also notable that former 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh is the Chargers head coach now.
#shanahan
1 month ago
Much is being made about the Tennessee ***** ans' supposed ongoing struggles in the secondary. It was undeniably disappointing to watch San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback Kurtis Rourke complete 12-of-14 passes against the ***** ans' starting secondary in the first preseason game. Starting quarterback Cam Ward has also routinely carved up the starters for most of training camp.
Head coach Robert Saleh isn't panicking, but recently admitted there should be a sense of urgency. Understandably so. The ***** ans committed more than $100 million in free agency to new starting cornerbacks Cor'Dale Flott and Alontae Taylor, and they've been at the forefront of the struggles.
With the ***** ans doing some soul searching, you wonder if cornerback Joshua Williams could contribute something positive at cornerback. He was the third cornerback the ***** ans signed in free agency earlier this offseason. His shared history with Mike Borgonzi and the Kansas City Chiefs made him a target.
Williams has been wearing a yellow non-contact jersey at training camp due to a pectoral muscle injury. Coach Saleh recently claimed he's close to shedding that jersey and being a full participant at practice. Saleh also praised his length and work ethic, and Jim Wyatt noted he had a pass breakup during individual drills earlier this week.
Williams is long and competitive. He possesses the physical profile Coach Saleh prefers in his cornerbacks. If Taylor and Flott struggle into the regular season, perhaps Williams will start getting worked into the rotation. For now, he's simply focused on being healthy enough to contribute once his number is called.
#saleh #coach #cornerback
Head coach Robert Saleh isn't panicking, but recently admitted there should be a sense of urgency. Understandably so. The ***** ans committed more than $100 million in free agency to new starting cornerbacks Cor'Dale Flott and Alontae Taylor, and they've been at the forefront of the struggles.
With the ***** ans doing some soul searching, you wonder if cornerback Joshua Williams could contribute something positive at cornerback. He was the third cornerback the ***** ans signed in free agency earlier this offseason. His shared history with Mike Borgonzi and the Kansas City Chiefs made him a target.
Williams has been wearing a yellow non-contact jersey at training camp due to a pectoral muscle injury. Coach Saleh recently claimed he's close to shedding that jersey and being a full participant at practice. Saleh also praised his length and work ethic, and Jim Wyatt noted he had a pass breakup during individual drills earlier this week.
Williams is long and competitive. He possesses the physical profile Coach Saleh prefers in his cornerbacks. If Taylor and Flott struggle into the regular season, perhaps Williams will start getting worked into the rotation. For now, he's simply focused on being healthy enough to contribute once his number is called.
#saleh #coach #cornerback
1 month ago
The Tennessee ****** ans' defensive line has become one of the team's biggest reasons for optimism heading into the 2026 season. After a disappointing defensive performance last year, Tennessee made significant changes up front after bringing in defensive-minded head coach Robert Saleh.
Those additions have helped raise expectations for Saleh's defense. However, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF), the ****** ans' defensive line still has something to prove, as they ranked Tennessee 17th among NFL defensive lines entering the 2026 season.
While that ranking may not put the ****** ans among the league's elite defensive fronts yet, it's an intriguing starting point for a unit that could have one of the biggest impacts on a potential turnaround in Nashville.
The number 17 ranking from PFF isn't necessarily a criticism. It just shows how much room the ****** ans have to climb to prove worthy of higher recognition. Specifically, this is what PFF had to say about the ****** ans' placement in their rankings:
The strength of the ****** ans' defensive line is on the interior, where Jeffery Simmons and John Franklin-Myers have the potential to form a devastating pass-rushing duo. Simmons earned a 91.4 PFF pass-rush grade in 2025, while Franklin-Myers posted a career-high 84.3 mark in 2024.
#tennessee #line #franklin #biggest
Those additions have helped raise expectations for Saleh's defense. However, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF), the ****** ans' defensive line still has something to prove, as they ranked Tennessee 17th among NFL defensive lines entering the 2026 season.
While that ranking may not put the ****** ans among the league's elite defensive fronts yet, it's an intriguing starting point for a unit that could have one of the biggest impacts on a potential turnaround in Nashville.
The number 17 ranking from PFF isn't necessarily a criticism. It just shows how much room the ****** ans have to climb to prove worthy of higher recognition. Specifically, this is what PFF had to say about the ****** ans' placement in their rankings:
The strength of the ****** ans' defensive line is on the interior, where Jeffery Simmons and John Franklin-Myers have the potential to form a devastating pass-rushing duo. Simmons earned a 91.4 PFF pass-rush grade in 2025, while Franklin-Myers posted a career-high 84.3 mark in 2024.
#tennessee #line #franklin #biggest
1 month ago
The Tennessee ******* ans took to the field for a hot training camp practice on Monday and watched a key backup head to the locker room early with what could be a devastating injury.
Veteran quarterback Mitch Trubisky, who was brought in to be Cam Ward's backup due to his experience and familiarity in Brian Daboll's system, left practice early holding his arm, and after practice, head coach Robert Saleh verified that he was being evaluated for a bicep injury.
"Trubisky is getting looked at for his bicep," Saleh said after practice. "I think we're good, but again, I'm the eternal optimist."
Trubisky looked solid in his limited playing time against the San Francisco 49ers, leading two scoring drives and going 2-for-3 passing for 23 yards. But now, this injury clouds his availability moving forward and could hand Will Levis a lifeline.
Entering camp, Levis was competing with Trubisky to be Ward's backup, but has struggled with consistency in practice and dealt with poor offensive line play during his outing against the 49ers. Heading into the week, it appeared like Levis had lost ground in the competition, but could now be thrust into a larger role.
#injury
Veteran quarterback Mitch Trubisky, who was brought in to be Cam Ward's backup due to his experience and familiarity in Brian Daboll's system, left practice early holding his arm, and after practice, head coach Robert Saleh verified that he was being evaluated for a bicep injury.
"Trubisky is getting looked at for his bicep," Saleh said after practice. "I think we're good, but again, I'm the eternal optimist."
Trubisky looked solid in his limited playing time against the San Francisco 49ers, leading two scoring drives and going 2-for-3 passing for 23 yards. But now, this injury clouds his availability moving forward and could hand Will Levis a lifeline.
Entering camp, Levis was competing with Trubisky to be Ward's backup, but has struggled with consistency in practice and dealt with poor offensive line play during his outing against the 49ers. Heading into the week, it appeared like Levis had lost ground in the competition, but could now be thrust into a larger role.
#injury
2 months ago
It's time for another week of Tennessee ******* ans training camp, all building toward a joint practice and preseason game shared with the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks.
The ******* ans take the practice field on Aug. 17 at Vanderbilt Health Football Center in front of fans, kicking off Week 4 of camp and Week 2 of the preseason. Last week, the ******* ans traveled to California for a joint practice and a preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. The ******* ans won the game but spiritually lost the practice.
With Seattle coming to town on Aug. 21, the ******* ans have a pair of practices beforehand to continue building toward and getting into shape for one of the toughest challenges possible this preseason. That means continued work to get quarterback Cam Ward into rhythm with his receivers downfield and to get the ******* ans' cornerbacks and safeties performing better at the point of attack. ******* ans coach Robert Saleh seems less concerned about the team's operations in the run game, both on offense and defense, two facets he praised repeatedly coming out of 49ers week.
The Tennessean is on hand for training camp practice on Aug. 17. You'll find live updates, ******* ysis and coverage from the practice below.
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Tennessee ******* ans training camp live updates for Aug. 17, Cam Ward stats
#training #tennessee
The ******* ans take the practice field on Aug. 17 at Vanderbilt Health Football Center in front of fans, kicking off Week 4 of camp and Week 2 of the preseason. Last week, the ******* ans traveled to California for a joint practice and a preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. The ******* ans won the game but spiritually lost the practice.
With Seattle coming to town on Aug. 21, the ******* ans have a pair of practices beforehand to continue building toward and getting into shape for one of the toughest challenges possible this preseason. That means continued work to get quarterback Cam Ward into rhythm with his receivers downfield and to get the ******* ans' cornerbacks and safeties performing better at the point of attack. ******* ans coach Robert Saleh seems less concerned about the team's operations in the run game, both on offense and defense, two facets he praised repeatedly coming out of 49ers week.
The Tennessean is on hand for training camp practice on Aug. 17. You'll find live updates, ******* ysis and coverage from the practice below.
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Tennessee ******* ans training camp live updates for Aug. 17, Cam Ward stats
#training #tennessee
2 months ago
The Tennessee ******* ans were back on the field on Saturday after traveling back from the West Coast and the joint practice and preseason game with the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara.
On a hot Nashville afternoon, the ******* ans got some good work in and began to address some of the issues that had popped up against the 49ers. Quarterback Cam Ward warmed up after a slow start and looked poised and in control, as the offense looked better than they did on Thursday.
There is still a long way to go, and the ******* ans are still developing. Here are some sights and sounds from Saturday's action.
It was a scorcher, but the ******* ans took to the field and put in a solid afternoon's work.
"If you're waiting until now to pick up your urgency, you're already late." That was the message Saleh passed on to the media for how he views his team in training camp.
#work
On a hot Nashville afternoon, the ******* ans got some good work in and began to address some of the issues that had popped up against the 49ers. Quarterback Cam Ward warmed up after a slow start and looked poised and in control, as the offense looked better than they did on Thursday.
There is still a long way to go, and the ******* ans are still developing. Here are some sights and sounds from Saturday's action.
It was a scorcher, but the ******* ans took to the field and put in a solid afternoon's work.
"If you're waiting until now to pick up your urgency, you're already late." That was the message Saleh passed on to the media for how he views his team in training camp.
#work
2 months ago
When the Tennessee **** ans took the practice field on Aug. 15 just a shade before 2:30 p.m., the AccuWeather "RealFeel" was 110 degrees and the heat index was a much-milder 104 in Nashville. So let's start off **** ans observations by highlighting the real heroes of the day: the hydration squad.
By The Tennessean's count, the **** ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an **** embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The **** ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#took #degrees #staffers
By The Tennessean's count, the **** ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an **** embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The **** ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#took #degrees #staffers
2 months ago
When the Tennessee ******* ans took the practice field on Aug. 15 just a shade before 2:30 p.m., the AccuWeather "RealFeel" was 110 degrees and the heat index was a much-milder 104 in Nashville. So let's start off ******* ans observations by highlighting the real heroes of the day: the hydration squad.
By The Tennessean's count, the ******* ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an ******* embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The ******* ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#water #Titans
By The Tennessean's count, the ******* ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an ******* embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The ******* ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#water #Titans
