1 day ago
The Tennessee **** ans totally revamped their defensive line this offseason. They hired Robert Saleh to be the new head coach. Saleh came in and reimagined the defensive line in his vision.
It started when the **** ans traded for Jermaine Johnson II. They signed John Franklin-Myers, Jordan Elliott, and Jacob Martin in free agency. Mike Borgonzi also traded for Solomon Thomas. Saleh coached all five of these players in New York and San Francisco.
Of course, they're joining Jeffery Simmons, who inked a historic extension with the **** ans earlier this offseason. Saleh will attempt to develop sophomore Femi Oladejo. The **** ans also drafted Keldric Faulk with a first-round pick. Faulk was another Saleh-approved addition, given his similar length and build to Arik Armstead. The aforementioned eight players will essentially be the **** ans' defensive line rotation this season.
Coach Saleh is expected to field an aggressive, attacking-style defense. That's the focal point of his defense. It should lead to impressive sack numbers for the **** ans' defense. Expectations are high.
Given the **** ans' lack of talent at EDGE last season, defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson actually did an excellent job manufacturing pressure. An All-Pro season from Simmons helped. The **** ans ranked 12th (tied) in the league in sacks with 42. That exceeded preseason expectations.
#saleh #season #defense #faulk
It started when the **** ans traded for Jermaine Johnson II. They signed John Franklin-Myers, Jordan Elliott, and Jacob Martin in free agency. Mike Borgonzi also traded for Solomon Thomas. Saleh coached all five of these players in New York and San Francisco.
Of course, they're joining Jeffery Simmons, who inked a historic extension with the **** ans earlier this offseason. Saleh will attempt to develop sophomore Femi Oladejo. The **** ans also drafted Keldric Faulk with a first-round pick. Faulk was another Saleh-approved addition, given his similar length and build to Arik Armstead. The aforementioned eight players will essentially be the **** ans' defensive line rotation this season.
Coach Saleh is expected to field an aggressive, attacking-style defense. That's the focal point of his defense. It should lead to impressive sack numbers for the **** ans' defense. Expectations are high.
Given the **** ans' lack of talent at EDGE last season, defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson actually did an excellent job manufacturing pressure. An All-Pro season from Simmons helped. The **** ans ranked 12th (tied) in the league in sacks with 42. That exceeded preseason expectations.
#saleh #season #defense #faulk
1 day ago
The first week of Tennessee **** ans training camp is in the books, and while it's still early, several players have already begun separating themselves from the pack. Between Robert Saleh's demanding practices, Brian Daboll's new-look offense, and a handful of standout performances, week one provided plenty of reasons for optimism. It also provided a few areas of concern.
Here are the biggest winners and losers after the **** ans' first three practices of training camp.
It's hard to ask for a better start to camp for the young wide receivers. Tate has consistently been one of Cam Ward's favorite targets throughout offseason training, making contested catches and finding the end zone in red-zone drills. He has looked every bit like the impact receiver Tennessee hoped it drafted with the fourth overall pick.
Second-year wideout Elic Ayomanor arguably made the best catches of the day in each of their final two practices of the week. He might have fallen in the depth chart this season, but his impact is destined to be bigger following a promising rookie season.
Jeffery Simmons continues to dominate, while newcomers John Franklin-Myers and Jermaine Johnson have helped generate consistent pressure. Robert Saleh's defensive philosophy is already showing up with an aggressive front that has disrupted the offense throughout the week.
#practices #robert
Here are the biggest winners and losers after the **** ans' first three practices of training camp.
It's hard to ask for a better start to camp for the young wide receivers. Tate has consistently been one of Cam Ward's favorite targets throughout offseason training, making contested catches and finding the end zone in red-zone drills. He has looked every bit like the impact receiver Tennessee hoped it drafted with the fourth overall pick.
Second-year wideout Elic Ayomanor arguably made the best catches of the day in each of their final two practices of the week. He might have fallen in the depth chart this season, but his impact is destined to be bigger following a promising rookie season.
Jeffery Simmons continues to dominate, while newcomers John Franklin-Myers and Jermaine Johnson have helped generate consistent pressure. Robert Saleh's defensive philosophy is already showing up with an aggressive front that has disrupted the offense throughout the week.
#practices #robert
4 days ago
One of the biggest moves of the Tennessee ******* ans' offseason was trading T'Vondre Sweat to the New York Jets to reunite Robert Saleh with edge rusher Jermaine Johnson and bolster the edge position. Through two days of training camp, it appears like that was a home run.
Johnson has looked the part, has had some solid reps against left tackle Dan Moore, and is taking advantage of his opportunity playing alongside Jeffery Simmons and John Franklin-Myers.
After Day 2, Johnson met with the media and made it clear that this is only the beginning, and both the intensity and physicality will ramp up next week, saying, "They don't know what's coming when we get the pads on."
The sentiment has been echoed through the first three days of training camp, with Saleh hinting that this could be some of the players' most intense training camp of their careers. Couple that with a new-look defense that appears to have embraced the attacking style, and it is shaping up as a competitive and entertaining training camp.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' Jermaine Johnson ready for padded practices to begin
#johnson
Johnson has looked the part, has had some solid reps against left tackle Dan Moore, and is taking advantage of his opportunity playing alongside Jeffery Simmons and John Franklin-Myers.
After Day 2, Johnson met with the media and made it clear that this is only the beginning, and both the intensity and physicality will ramp up next week, saying, "They don't know what's coming when we get the pads on."
The sentiment has been echoed through the first three days of training camp, with Saleh hinting that this could be some of the players' most intense training camp of their careers. Couple that with a new-look defense that appears to have embraced the attacking style, and it is shaping up as a competitive and entertaining training camp.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' Jermaine Johnson ready for padded practices to begin
#johnson
4 days ago
In what is some of the more unexpected former Cincinnati Bengals players news to hit training camp in years, a surprising name has started to make the rounds:
Cordell Volson.
Volson, a fourth-round pick by the Bengals in 2022, might just be in line to start for the Tennessee **** ans next season.
At **** ans training camp, Volson has received work with the first team under the direction of head coach Robert Saleh.
That will surprise some Bengals fans. Volson was an underdog story who worked his way up to a starting job, going for 989-plus snaps three seasons in a row from 2022-2024 before going to injured reserve last year.
#bengals #camp #going #robert
Cordell Volson.
Volson, a fourth-round pick by the Bengals in 2022, might just be in line to start for the Tennessee **** ans next season.
At **** ans training camp, Volson has received work with the first team under the direction of head coach Robert Saleh.
That will surprise some Bengals fans. Volson was an underdog story who worked his way up to a starting job, going for 989-plus snaps three seasons in a row from 2022-2024 before going to injured reserve last year.
#bengals #camp #going #robert
5 days ago
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Defensive end Jeremiah Johnson II cannot wait until the Tennessee ***** ans finally put the pads on.
Neither can his teammates, especially along the line.
"Honestly, they don't know what's coming when we get pads on," Johnson said Thursday. "But we say that in the best way possible. We're just eager to really play this front the right way, and you can only do that with pads on, so we're just very excited."
The ***** ans not only have a new head coach in Robert Saleh, they are implementing his defense to smother opposing offenses and get after quarterbacks.
It's why Tennessee gave All-Pro tackle Jeffery Simmons a pricey contract extension in June and revamped the line around him this offseason. The ***** ans traded for Johnson, signed John Franklin-Myers to play beside Simmons and traded into the back of the first round of the April draft for end Keldric Faulk.
#we 're #only
Neither can his teammates, especially along the line.
"Honestly, they don't know what's coming when we get pads on," Johnson said Thursday. "But we say that in the best way possible. We're just eager to really play this front the right way, and you can only do that with pads on, so we're just very excited."
The ***** ans not only have a new head coach in Robert Saleh, they are implementing his defense to smother opposing offenses and get after quarterbacks.
It's why Tennessee gave All-Pro tackle Jeffery Simmons a pricey contract extension in June and revamped the line around him this offseason. The ***** ans traded for Johnson, signed John Franklin-Myers to play beside Simmons and traded into the back of the first round of the April draft for end Keldric Faulk.
#we 're #only
5 days ago
The Tennessee ******* ans finished their first day of training camp practice, and after a solid day of work, Jeffery Simmons, Cam Ward, Wan'Dale Robinson, and John Franklin-Myers met with the media to discuss the opening day.
During those availabilities, Franklin-Myers talked about the many different aspects that brought him to Nashville, and specifically his comfort playing anywhere along the defensive line in Robert Saleh's defense.
"I consider myself a football player. Truthfully, I've done it all, I do it all, and my standard is through the roof. So, you can put me inside or outside, nose guard, d-end, d-tackle, I don't care." Franklin-Myers said, "I want to win one-on-ones, and play the most physical brand of football."
The addition of Franklin-Myers to the ******* ans' defensive front gives Tennessee two dynamic interior pass rushers who should be able to wreak havoc throughout the season and become a foundational piece in this rebuild. He should also be able to mentor first-round pick Keldric Faulk, who has a similar make-up and skill set.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' John Franklin-Myers wants to bring physicality to the defense
#myers #Titans
During those availabilities, Franklin-Myers talked about the many different aspects that brought him to Nashville, and specifically his comfort playing anywhere along the defensive line in Robert Saleh's defense.
"I consider myself a football player. Truthfully, I've done it all, I do it all, and my standard is through the roof. So, you can put me inside or outside, nose guard, d-end, d-tackle, I don't care." Franklin-Myers said, "I want to win one-on-ones, and play the most physical brand of football."
The addition of Franklin-Myers to the ******* ans' defensive front gives Tennessee two dynamic interior pass rushers who should be able to wreak havoc throughout the season and become a foundational piece in this rebuild. He should also be able to mentor first-round pick Keldric Faulk, who has a similar make-up and skill set.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' John Franklin-Myers wants to bring physicality to the defense
#myers #Titans
5 days ago
On Tuesday, Tennessee **** ans general manager Mike Borgonzi met with the media and touched on the upcoming offensive line competition at training camp. He said he was pleased with where the team was at this stage of the preseason, with active battles at center and right guard taking center stage.
Center Austin Schlottmann and guard Cordell Volson will get the first crack at winning the starting job, but they will rotate and face challenges from Pat Coogan and Jackson Slater early in camp.
During the press conference with head coach Robert Saleh, Borgonzi hinted at potential additions to the interior of the offensive line, and it appears he was serious. On Wednesday, the **** ans worked out Oregon State guard Joshua Gray and Northern Iowa guard Jared Penning.
Gray doesn't have any NFL experience, but did spend 2025 with the Atlanta Falcons on their practice squad after going undrafted out of Oregon State. The 6-foot-5, 299-pound guard signed a reserve/futures contract with the Carolina Panthers, but was waived in July ahead of training camp.
Like Gray, Penning also spent his rookie season on a practice squad with the Baltimore Ravens after going undrafted out of Northern Iowa in 2025. He re-signed a reserve/futures contract with the Ravens in January and was earlier in July.
#gray #oregon #state #northern
Center Austin Schlottmann and guard Cordell Volson will get the first crack at winning the starting job, but they will rotate and face challenges from Pat Coogan and Jackson Slater early in camp.
During the press conference with head coach Robert Saleh, Borgonzi hinted at potential additions to the interior of the offensive line, and it appears he was serious. On Wednesday, the **** ans worked out Oregon State guard Joshua Gray and Northern Iowa guard Jared Penning.
Gray doesn't have any NFL experience, but did spend 2025 with the Atlanta Falcons on their practice squad after going undrafted out of Oregon State. The 6-foot-5, 299-pound guard signed a reserve/futures contract with the Carolina Panthers, but was waived in July ahead of training camp.
Like Gray, Penning also spent his rookie season on a practice squad with the Baltimore Ravens after going undrafted out of Northern Iowa in 2025. He re-signed a reserve/futures contract with the Ravens in January and was earlier in July.
#gray #oregon #state #northern
6 days ago
The Tennessee ***** ans will take to the field for their first training camp practice on Wednesday, and four new faces will help head coach Robert Saleh get the team ready for the regular season.
Ahead of their first practice, the team announced the addition of four new coaches who have joined head coach Robert Saleh's staff for training camp as part of the NFL's Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship program: D'Anthony Batiste (offensive line), Malik Davis (defensive line), Ben Wilkerson (special teams) and Lucy Phan (performance).
These coaches were selected by Saleh and running backs coach Randy Jordan, the ***** ans' Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship Coordinator, to help them gain experience and potentially work toward full-time NFL coaching.
Batiste will return to the organization after serving in a similar role during offseason activities. A former NFL offensive tackle, he currently serves as an intern strength and conditioning coach for the University of Las Vegas.
Davis will come to the ***** ans to work with the defensive line, a position he is familiar with, currently serving as a defensive line ***** yst/defensive graduate ***** istant at Texas A&M. After starting his career as a student defensive ***** istant at Georgia Southern, he has also held defensive coaching roles with the University of Cincinnati and at South Alabama.
#Titans #line #bill #diversity
Ahead of their first practice, the team announced the addition of four new coaches who have joined head coach Robert Saleh's staff for training camp as part of the NFL's Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship program: D'Anthony Batiste (offensive line), Malik Davis (defensive line), Ben Wilkerson (special teams) and Lucy Phan (performance).
These coaches were selected by Saleh and running backs coach Randy Jordan, the ***** ans' Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship Coordinator, to help them gain experience and potentially work toward full-time NFL coaching.
Batiste will return to the organization after serving in a similar role during offseason activities. A former NFL offensive tackle, he currently serves as an intern strength and conditioning coach for the University of Las Vegas.
Davis will come to the ***** ans to work with the defensive line, a position he is familiar with, currently serving as a defensive line ***** yst/defensive graduate ***** istant at Texas A&M. After starting his career as a student defensive ***** istant at Georgia Southern, he has also held defensive coaching roles with the University of Cincinnati and at South Alabama.
#Titans #line #bill #diversity
7 days ago
It wasn't that long ago that Denzel Mims was a more highly-regarded WR prospect than George Pickens. Their careers have gone very different directions, with Pickens playing 2026 on the franchise tag and Mims coming off a two-year stint in the UFL. While likely not to the same degree, can the Cowboys help Mims' career as they did Pickens' last year?
Years in NFL: 4*
Acquired by: Free agency (2026)
Mims was a second-round pick by the Jets in 2020, part of a loaded WR class that included CeeDee Lamb, Justin Jefferson, Brandon Aiyuk, Jerry Jeudy, and several others who've found steady, contributing roles in the NFL. But on top of entering the league during COVID, which that entire class had to overcome, Mims also missed most of his rookie training camp to injury. He didn't play until Week 7, but still had what ended up being his most productive season with 23 catches for 357 yards in nine games.
In Mims' second season, the Jets went from offensive-minded head coach Adam Gase to Robert Saleh, who brought in Matt LaFleur as a new offensive coordinator. This regime change, plus his own issues, hurt Mims' development and footing with the team. He went from eight starts as a rookie to just three in 2021. Mims requested a trade ahead of the 2022 seasons but was denied, and again was limited to a minor role in the WR rotation.
The Jets did finally trade him away in the 2023 offseason to the Lions, but he was waived/injured by Detroit midway through the preseason. He spent about two months on the Steelers' practice squad but didn't make it to their training camp the following year. The Jaguars gave him a look during their camp in 2024, but released him before final cuts.
#second
Years in NFL: 4*
Acquired by: Free agency (2026)
Mims was a second-round pick by the Jets in 2020, part of a loaded WR class that included CeeDee Lamb, Justin Jefferson, Brandon Aiyuk, Jerry Jeudy, and several others who've found steady, contributing roles in the NFL. But on top of entering the league during COVID, which that entire class had to overcome, Mims also missed most of his rookie training camp to injury. He didn't play until Week 7, but still had what ended up being his most productive season with 23 catches for 357 yards in nine games.
In Mims' second season, the Jets went from offensive-minded head coach Adam Gase to Robert Saleh, who brought in Matt LaFleur as a new offensive coordinator. This regime change, plus his own issues, hurt Mims' development and footing with the team. He went from eight starts as a rookie to just three in 2021. Mims requested a trade ahead of the 2022 seasons but was denied, and again was limited to a minor role in the WR rotation.
The Jets did finally trade him away in the 2023 offseason to the Lions, but he was waived/injured by Detroit midway through the preseason. He spent about two months on the Steelers' practice squad but didn't make it to their training camp the following year. The Jaguars gave him a look during their camp in 2024, but released him before final cuts.
#second
7 days ago
Tennessee **** ans coach Robert Saleh had the following message to share with San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan before the start of training camp as Shanahan is dealing with non-life-threatening injuries sustained in a car crash earlier this month that are keeping him away from the 49ers facility on a limited basis.
Saleh said he has spoken with Shanahan since the accident.
"I talked to him a couple days after it happened," Saleh said. "He's very fortunate. We're all very fortunate that he's still here. I know just talking to him and his wife Mandy. (What) you see now, isn't what it was two weeks ago.
"Thank God he's OK. Thank God his family is in tact. He's doing great. He looks great. Saw him on FaceTime a couple days ago. The surgeon did a great job. Not easy for him to go through what he went through."
Shanahan and Saleh have a history that dates back to 2006 when Saleh was a quality control coach with the Houston Texans and Shanahan was the team's wide receivers coach. Shanahan hired Saleh as his first defensive coordinator upon becoming San Francisco's coach in 2017, then re-hired Saleh ahead of the 2025 season for a second stint with the 49ers. In total, Saleh and Shanahan have worked together across nine NFL seasons.
#tennessee
Saleh said he has spoken with Shanahan since the accident.
"I talked to him a couple days after it happened," Saleh said. "He's very fortunate. We're all very fortunate that he's still here. I know just talking to him and his wife Mandy. (What) you see now, isn't what it was two weeks ago.
"Thank God he's OK. Thank God his family is in tact. He's doing great. He looks great. Saw him on FaceTime a couple days ago. The surgeon did a great job. Not easy for him to go through what he went through."
Shanahan and Saleh have a history that dates back to 2006 when Saleh was a quality control coach with the Houston Texans and Shanahan was the team's wide receivers coach. Shanahan hired Saleh as his first defensive coordinator upon becoming San Francisco's coach in 2017, then re-hired Saleh ahead of the 2025 season for a second stint with the 49ers. In total, Saleh and Shanahan have worked together across nine NFL seasons.
#tennessee
7 days ago
Tennessee ***** ans coach Robert Saleh had the following message to share with San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan before the start of training camp as Shanahan is dealing with non-life-threatening injuries sustained in a car crash earlier this month that are keeping him away from the 49ers facility on a limited basis.
Saleh said he has spoken with Shanahan since the accident.
"I talked to him a couple days after it happened," Saleh said. "He's very fortunate. We're all very fortunate that he's still here. I know just talking to him and his wife Mandy. (What) you see now, isn't what it was two weeks ago.
"Thank God he's OK. Thank God his family is in tact. He's doing great. He looks great. Saw him on FaceTime a couple days ago. The surgeon did a great job. Not easy for him to go through what he went through."
Shanahan and Saleh have a history that dates back to 2006 when Saleh was a quality control coach with the Houston Texans and Shanahan was the team's wide receivers coach. Shanahan hired Saleh as his first defensive coordinator upon becoming San Francisco's coach in 2017, then re-hired Saleh ahead of the 2025 season for a second stint with the 49ers. In total, Saleh and Shanahan have worked together across nine NFL seasons.
#great #couple #hired
Saleh said he has spoken with Shanahan since the accident.
"I talked to him a couple days after it happened," Saleh said. "He's very fortunate. We're all very fortunate that he's still here. I know just talking to him and his wife Mandy. (What) you see now, isn't what it was two weeks ago.
"Thank God he's OK. Thank God his family is in tact. He's doing great. He looks great. Saw him on FaceTime a couple days ago. The surgeon did a great job. Not easy for him to go through what he went through."
Shanahan and Saleh have a history that dates back to 2006 when Saleh was a quality control coach with the Houston Texans and Shanahan was the team's wide receivers coach. Shanahan hired Saleh as his first defensive coordinator upon becoming San Francisco's coach in 2017, then re-hired Saleh ahead of the 2025 season for a second stint with the 49ers. In total, Saleh and Shanahan have worked together across nine NFL seasons.
#great #couple #hired
7 days ago
It's time for football season.
The New York Jets are coming off of a brutal campaign in 2025, with the team posting a 3-14 record, their worst mark since the NFL added a 17th game ahead of the 2021 season.
The pressure is on for this Jets regime -- led by head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey -- who very well could be on the hot seat if another disastrous season is the result in 2026.
There's no denying the Jets added an influx of talent during the 2026 NFL Draft, with four selections in the top-50 picks, led by edge rusher David Bailey at No. 2 overall, and followed by tight end Kenyon Sadiq at No. 16, wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30 and cornerback D'Angelo Ponds with the 50th pick.
The Jets open the regular season on the road against their former head coach Robert Saleh and the Tennessee ******* ans on Sept. 13.
#coach #york #mougey
The New York Jets are coming off of a brutal campaign in 2025, with the team posting a 3-14 record, their worst mark since the NFL added a 17th game ahead of the 2021 season.
The pressure is on for this Jets regime -- led by head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey -- who very well could be on the hot seat if another disastrous season is the result in 2026.
There's no denying the Jets added an influx of talent during the 2026 NFL Draft, with four selections in the top-50 picks, led by edge rusher David Bailey at No. 2 overall, and followed by tight end Kenyon Sadiq at No. 16, wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30 and cornerback D'Angelo Ponds with the 50th pick.
The Jets open the regular season on the road against their former head coach Robert Saleh and the Tennessee ******* ans on Sept. 13.
#coach #york #mougey
11 days ago
The Tennessee **** ans will officially begin training camp on July 28th when the veterans report to Vanderbilt Health Football Camp in Nashville. We’re concluding our positional preview with the secondary, cornerbacks and safeties. The **** ans have 17 defensive backs on the offseason roster. General manager Mike Borgonzi made various acquisitions across these positions.
In camp (17): Alontae Taylor, Cor’Dale Flott, Amani Hooker, Kevin Winston Jr., Marcus Harris, Tony Adams, Joshua Williams, Jerrick Reed II, Jalen McMurray, Latrell McCutchin, Jeadyn Lukus, Kendell Brooks, Sanoussi Kane, Erick Hallett II, Bishop Fitzgerald, Keydrain Calligan, Micah Robinson.
Biggest storyline: The **** ans totally revamped the cornerback room, signing Alontae Taylor and Cor’Dale Flott to very lucrative contracts in free agency. They’ll be tasked with being Robert Saleh’s starting boundary corners. This position needed a makeover after trading Jarvis Brownlee and Roger McCreary, and cutting L’Jarius Sneed. Expectations are high for Taylor and Flott.
Most to prove: Both Kevin Winston Jr. and Marcus Harris are sophomores entering the year in starting roles. The **** ans cut Xavier Woods during the offseason to make room for Winston in the starting lineup opposite Amani Hooker. Harris doesn’t appear to have any competition for the nickel role either.
Breakout star: Winston Jr. is probably the correct choice. The former Penn State standout flashed an exciting skill set when he was healthy as a rookie. Winston is entering camp fully available and should make a massive impact next to Hooker in the lineup. He possesses every trait to be a breakout defender.
#Titans #camp #taylor #dale
In camp (17): Alontae Taylor, Cor’Dale Flott, Amani Hooker, Kevin Winston Jr., Marcus Harris, Tony Adams, Joshua Williams, Jerrick Reed II, Jalen McMurray, Latrell McCutchin, Jeadyn Lukus, Kendell Brooks, Sanoussi Kane, Erick Hallett II, Bishop Fitzgerald, Keydrain Calligan, Micah Robinson.
Biggest storyline: The **** ans totally revamped the cornerback room, signing Alontae Taylor and Cor’Dale Flott to very lucrative contracts in free agency. They’ll be tasked with being Robert Saleh’s starting boundary corners. This position needed a makeover after trading Jarvis Brownlee and Roger McCreary, and cutting L’Jarius Sneed. Expectations are high for Taylor and Flott.
Most to prove: Both Kevin Winston Jr. and Marcus Harris are sophomores entering the year in starting roles. The **** ans cut Xavier Woods during the offseason to make room for Winston in the starting lineup opposite Amani Hooker. Harris doesn’t appear to have any competition for the nickel role either.
Breakout star: Winston Jr. is probably the correct choice. The former Penn State standout flashed an exciting skill set when he was healthy as a rookie. Winston is entering camp fully available and should make a massive impact next to Hooker in the lineup. He possesses every trait to be a breakout defender.
#Titans #camp #taylor #dale
11 days ago
Tennessee ****** ans training camp kicked off on Thursday when rookies reported to the team facility, but it wasn’t all good news.
The ****** ans announced that offensive tackle JC Latham and safety Amani Hooker will open camp on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. While the injuries do not sound serious, they will impact the early days of camp.
While those injuries are important, they are far from the biggest storyline heading into camp. If you listen to Turron Davenport of ESPN, the biggest question centers on Cam Ward and his development.
Tennessee ****** ans
Biggest storyline: Can offensive coordinator Brian Daboll help Cam Ward become an elite QB? Coach Robert Saleh handpicked Daboll to work with the QB because of his previous experience, most notably with Josh Allen in Buffalo. Daboll said two key components to making the situation work are establishing a relationship with Ward the person and seeing the game through Ward's lens.
#ward #offensive #injuries
The ****** ans announced that offensive tackle JC Latham and safety Amani Hooker will open camp on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. While the injuries do not sound serious, they will impact the early days of camp.
While those injuries are important, they are far from the biggest storyline heading into camp. If you listen to Turron Davenport of ESPN, the biggest question centers on Cam Ward and his development.
Tennessee ****** ans
Biggest storyline: Can offensive coordinator Brian Daboll help Cam Ward become an elite QB? Coach Robert Saleh handpicked Daboll to work with the QB because of his previous experience, most notably with Josh Allen in Buffalo. Daboll said two key components to making the situation work are establishing a relationship with Ward the person and seeing the game through Ward's lens.
#ward #offensive #injuries
11 days ago
The Tennessee ***** ans kicked off the opening salvo of training camp when rookies reported on Thursday and are just days away from taking the field.
The ***** ans changed almost everything during the offseason, with an upgraded staff led by head coach Robert Saleh, a retooled roster, and even a new organizational brand, setting higher expectations heading into the 2026 season. With so many new faces, it will be interesting to watch the team come together and build a solid foundation.
This is also true of the staff, the new coordinators, and the position coaches. Where Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic believes new nickelback coach Dalton Hilliard could be a coach to watch on Saleh’s staff.
Tennessee ***** ans: Dalton Hilliard, defensive backs/nickels
Hilliard will be in his first NFL coaching season after a decade in college football. While Tennessee’s new coaching staff is a bit of a wild card, its structure shows real potential — and part of my reasoning starts with Hilliard. To split the three DBs coaches (safeties, cornerbacks, nickels) into more specific designations is interesting in itself and extremely in tune with the modern game. But to have a coach in Hilliard who will specialize in nickel players (whether corner, safety, or hybrid linebacker) speaks even further to how head coach Robert Saleh wants to react to the latest offensive evolutions that force defenses to cover “move” players of all sizes, from tight ends (including out of heavier personnel groupings) to fullbacks and large slot receivers. This might be a really smart way to structure a defensive staff in this era, and Hilliard will play a key role in that.
#hilliard #staff #coach #tennessee
The ***** ans changed almost everything during the offseason, with an upgraded staff led by head coach Robert Saleh, a retooled roster, and even a new organizational brand, setting higher expectations heading into the 2026 season. With so many new faces, it will be interesting to watch the team come together and build a solid foundation.
This is also true of the staff, the new coordinators, and the position coaches. Where Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic believes new nickelback coach Dalton Hilliard could be a coach to watch on Saleh’s staff.
Tennessee ***** ans: Dalton Hilliard, defensive backs/nickels
Hilliard will be in his first NFL coaching season after a decade in college football. While Tennessee’s new coaching staff is a bit of a wild card, its structure shows real potential — and part of my reasoning starts with Hilliard. To split the three DBs coaches (safeties, cornerbacks, nickels) into more specific designations is interesting in itself and extremely in tune with the modern game. But to have a coach in Hilliard who will specialize in nickel players (whether corner, safety, or hybrid linebacker) speaks even further to how head coach Robert Saleh wants to react to the latest offensive evolutions that force defenses to cover “move” players of all sizes, from tight ends (including out of heavier personnel groupings) to fullbacks and large slot receivers. This might be a really smart way to structure a defensive staff in this era, and Hilliard will play a key role in that.
#hilliard #staff #coach #tennessee
13 days ago
We've spent an entire offseason asking questions about the Tennessee **** ans. Now's the time to start figuring out the answers.
The team will reconvene for training camp in the last week of July, kicking off the sprint toward its 2026 NFL season opener against the New York Jets on Sept. 13. Change is here, with new coach Robert Saleh presiding over a roster that figures to start at least nine newcomers and another three or four second-year players.
Back-to-back 3-14 seasons have a way of grating on returning players, the front office and fans alike, so all of this change is part of the concerted effort to remold the franchise in a new image reflective of Saleh's and general manager Mike Borgonzi's vision.
That makes it a little bit tough to grade preseason progress. Most players are newcomers, and most returning players are being asked to fill new roles. So how will anyone be able to recognize if the team is really growing, separate from run-of-the-mill improvements that come from developing along the new system's learning curve?
Here's The Tennessean's handy guide for four ways to figure out if the **** ans are getting better throughout training camp.
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The team will reconvene for training camp in the last week of July, kicking off the sprint toward its 2026 NFL season opener against the New York Jets on Sept. 13. Change is here, with new coach Robert Saleh presiding over a roster that figures to start at least nine newcomers and another three or four second-year players.
Back-to-back 3-14 seasons have a way of grating on returning players, the front office and fans alike, so all of this change is part of the concerted effort to remold the franchise in a new image reflective of Saleh's and general manager Mike Borgonzi's vision.
That makes it a little bit tough to grade preseason progress. Most players are newcomers, and most returning players are being asked to fill new roles. So how will anyone be able to recognize if the team is really growing, separate from run-of-the-mill improvements that come from developing along the new system's learning curve?
Here's The Tennessean's handy guide for four ways to figure out if the **** ans are getting better throughout training camp.
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13 days ago
We've spent an entire offseason asking questions about the Tennessee ******* ans. Now's the time to start figuring out the answers.
The team will reconvene for training camp in the last week of July, kicking off the sprint toward its 2026 NFL season opener against the New York Jets on Sept. 13. Change is here, with new coach Robert Saleh presiding over a roster that figures to start at least nine newcomers and another three or four second-year players.
Back-to-back 3-14 seasons have a way of grating on returning players, the front office and fans alike, so all of this change is part of the concerted effort to remold the franchise in a new image reflective of Saleh's and general manager Mike Borgonzi's vision.
That makes it a little bit tough to grade preseason progress. Most players are newcomers, and most returning players are being asked to fill new roles. So how will anyone be able to recognize if the team is really growing, separate from run-of-the-mill improvements that come from developing along the new system's learning curve?
Here's The Tennessean's handy guide for four ways to figure out if the ******* ans are getting better throughout training camp.
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The team will reconvene for training camp in the last week of July, kicking off the sprint toward its 2026 NFL season opener against the New York Jets on Sept. 13. Change is here, with new coach Robert Saleh presiding over a roster that figures to start at least nine newcomers and another three or four second-year players.
Back-to-back 3-14 seasons have a way of grating on returning players, the front office and fans alike, so all of this change is part of the concerted effort to remold the franchise in a new image reflective of Saleh's and general manager Mike Borgonzi's vision.
That makes it a little bit tough to grade preseason progress. Most players are newcomers, and most returning players are being asked to fill new roles. So how will anyone be able to recognize if the team is really growing, separate from run-of-the-mill improvements that come from developing along the new system's learning curve?
Here's The Tennessean's handy guide for four ways to figure out if the ******* ans are getting better throughout training camp.
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22 days ago
Tennessee **** ans All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons is admittedly jealous that his former head coach, Mike Vrabel, took the New England Patriots to the Super Bowl in his first year with the team.
In one year under Vrabel, the Patriots went from a walking disaster as a 4-13 team to a championship contender that tied for an NFL-best 14-3 record. Simmons didn't doubt that Vrabel could create much-needed change for the struggling Patriots, but he didn't expect the team to make such a massive turnaround so quickly.
"Was I surprised? I mean, I think we all would be surprised, this guy's first year in New England and they go straight to the Super Bowl," Simmons said, when appearing on The Set with Terron Armstead. "First off, I'm jealous as **** . Like what? I was just with you for four years, and you couldn't get me to the Super Bowl? But nah man, I could literally call Vrabel right now, and he'd answer the phone.
"...I think that's the biggest thing with Vrabel. I can feel it's the same with [Titans coach Robert] Saleh, when you can build a relationship with your players off the football field, and not just when you touch the football field, they're gonna play as hard as they can for you."
The Patriots looked like a completely different team under Vrabel's leadership. He's a hard-nosed coach and a player's coach rolled into one man.
In one year under Vrabel, the Patriots went from a walking disaster as a 4-13 team to a championship contender that tied for an NFL-best 14-3 record. Simmons didn't doubt that Vrabel could create much-needed change for the struggling Patriots, but he didn't expect the team to make such a massive turnaround so quickly.
"Was I surprised? I mean, I think we all would be surprised, this guy's first year in New England and they go straight to the Super Bowl," Simmons said, when appearing on The Set with Terron Armstead. "First off, I'm jealous as **** . Like what? I was just with you for four years, and you couldn't get me to the Super Bowl? But nah man, I could literally call Vrabel right now, and he'd answer the phone.
"...I think that's the biggest thing with Vrabel. I can feel it's the same with [Titans coach Robert] Saleh, when you can build a relationship with your players off the football field, and not just when you touch the football field, they're gonna play as hard as they can for you."
The Patriots looked like a completely different team under Vrabel's leadership. He's a hard-nosed coach and a player's coach rolled into one man.
23 days ago
With offseason team activities and minicamps in the books, the NFL and the Tennessee ****** ans have hit the dreaded lull in the offseason, counting down the days until the start of training camp.
In Nashville, the excitement around the new coaching staff and upgraded roster continued to build, although there were concerns about uneven practice performances by second-year quarterback Cam Ward. These same concerns were raised by Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report in his latest power rankings.
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The keyword for the Tennessee ****** ans in 2026 is progress.
The 2025 season was a miserable one in Nashville, but that was to be expected—the ****** ans were coming off a three-win season and rolling out a rookie quarterback in Cam Ward. But after a 1-5 start, head coach Brian Callahan was shown the door, and after another 3-14 debacle of a season, Robert Saleh has been tasked with pulling the ****** ans out of the AFC South basement.
In Nashville, the excitement around the new coaching staff and upgraded roster continued to build, although there were concerns about uneven practice performances by second-year quarterback Cam Ward. These same concerns were raised by Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report in his latest power rankings.
No. 28: Tennessee ****** ans
The keyword for the Tennessee ****** ans in 2026 is progress.
The 2025 season was a miserable one in Nashville, but that was to be expected—the ****** ans were coming off a three-win season and rolling out a rookie quarterback in Cam Ward. But after a 1-5 start, head coach Brian Callahan was shown the door, and after another 3-14 debacle of a season, Robert Saleh has been tasked with pulling the ****** ans out of the AFC South basement.
24 days ago
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence finished strong in the second round of the American Century Championship, a celebrity golf tournament at the Edgewood Tahoe South Golf Course in Stateline, Nev., on July 11.
Lawrence overcame five double bogeys among his first 12 holes and parred his last five to record minus-2 points under a Stableford format. He has shot a net zero for the first two rounds.
Lawrence shot 87 gross. Under the format, players don't take anything worse than a double bogey.
Lawrence was tied for 43rd in the 90-player field, ironically enough, with Tennessee ******* ans coach Robert Saleh, who shot 84, with a plus-4 points.
Lawrence also easily beat playing partner Baker Mayfield, the starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Bucs, for the second day in a row when playing in the same group. Mayfield shot 93 for minus-8 points, after a first-round 96, for minus-17 points. He has a total of minus-25 and is tied for 79th.
Lawrence overcame five double bogeys among his first 12 holes and parred his last five to record minus-2 points under a Stableford format. He has shot a net zero for the first two rounds.
Lawrence shot 87 gross. Under the format, players don't take anything worse than a double bogey.
Lawrence was tied for 43rd in the 90-player field, ironically enough, with Tennessee ******* ans coach Robert Saleh, who shot 84, with a plus-4 points.
Lawrence also easily beat playing partner Baker Mayfield, the starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Bucs, for the second day in a row when playing in the same group. Mayfield shot 93 for minus-8 points, after a first-round 96, for minus-17 points. He has a total of minus-25 and is tied for 79th.
24 days ago
In less than two weeks, rookies will report to the Tennessee ***** ans training camp, and the countdown to the regular season can officially begin.
The ***** ans definitely have some position battles to watch, but appear to have upgraded their roster in many different positions and should have some spirited competition. While there is excitement, they are counting on a ton of veterans to step up and have a big year. Unfortunately, it's unlikely that all of them will.
Bleacher Report's Moe Moton looked at all 32 teams and picked a potential bust on each team, and for the ***** ans, his choice was a bit of a surprise.
Tennessee ***** ans: RB Tyjae Spears
Tennessee ***** ans head coach Robert Saleh told reporters that Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears are the "bell cows" of the team, specifically on offense. Yet the latter hasn't shown he can handle that type of workload.
The ***** ans definitely have some position battles to watch, but appear to have upgraded their roster in many different positions and should have some spirited competition. While there is excitement, they are counting on a ton of veterans to step up and have a big year. Unfortunately, it's unlikely that all of them will.
Bleacher Report's Moe Moton looked at all 32 teams and picked a potential bust on each team, and for the ***** ans, his choice was a bit of a surprise.
Tennessee ***** ans: RB Tyjae Spears
Tennessee ***** ans head coach Robert Saleh told reporters that Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears are the "bell cows" of the team, specifically on offense. Yet the latter hasn't shown he can handle that type of workload.
26 days ago
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has long forced ***** istant coaches on his head coach.
In 2007, Jones hired Jason Garrett for an unnamed position while he hunted for a head coach. Garrett wasn't hired as head coach but instead became the offensive coordinator for Wade Phillips. Jones has made several other ***** istant coach hirings himself since.
So, it should come as no surprise that Jones guaranteed Brian Schottenheimer a job regardless of what happened in the Cowboys' head coaching search in 2025. Schottenheimer had an "agreement" to remain with the team as offensive coordinator if the team didn't hire him as head coach.
"So, what we did is while they were going through the process -- 'cause there's a process, right? I wasn't sure, and there was a number of other teams -- saying this very humbly -- that were courting me and trying to say, 'Hey, we want you to come be our coordinator,'" Schottenheimer said on The Twins Take podcast. "And so, you know, after just talking it over with Stephen [Jones] and Jerry, like, OK, while we figure this out and you guys go through the interview process, which there's a thorough interview process you have to go through. We had made an agreement that I would stay here no matter what. And I didn't want to leave. ... I really wanted to be the head coach and put our fingerprint, our blueprint on it. And that's what God had planned."
The Cowboys did not have an eye on some of the hot offensive ***** istants that offseason, bypassing Ben Johnson and Liam Coen, among others, to interview Leslie Frazier, Robert Saleh and Kellen Moore. Moore likely wanted to call plays himself. Saleh and Frazier are defensive coordinators.
In 2007, Jones hired Jason Garrett for an unnamed position while he hunted for a head coach. Garrett wasn't hired as head coach but instead became the offensive coordinator for Wade Phillips. Jones has made several other ***** istant coach hirings himself since.
So, it should come as no surprise that Jones guaranteed Brian Schottenheimer a job regardless of what happened in the Cowboys' head coaching search in 2025. Schottenheimer had an "agreement" to remain with the team as offensive coordinator if the team didn't hire him as head coach.
"So, what we did is while they were going through the process -- 'cause there's a process, right? I wasn't sure, and there was a number of other teams -- saying this very humbly -- that were courting me and trying to say, 'Hey, we want you to come be our coordinator,'" Schottenheimer said on The Twins Take podcast. "And so, you know, after just talking it over with Stephen [Jones] and Jerry, like, OK, while we figure this out and you guys go through the interview process, which there's a thorough interview process you have to go through. We had made an agreement that I would stay here no matter what. And I didn't want to leave. ... I really wanted to be the head coach and put our fingerprint, our blueprint on it. And that's what God had planned."
The Cowboys did not have an eye on some of the hot offensive ***** istants that offseason, bypassing Ben Johnson and Liam Coen, among others, to interview Leslie Frazier, Robert Saleh and Kellen Moore. Moore likely wanted to call plays himself. Saleh and Frazier are defensive coordinators.
26 days ago
Domino's Pizza Inc. (NASDAQ:DPZ) is one of the top mid-cap stocks to own for decades, according to hedge funds. On June 23, BTIG ******* yst Peter Saleh reiterated a Buy rating on Domino's Pizza Inc. (NASDAQ: DPZ) but lowered the price target to $425 from $450. Despite the cut the new price target represents significant upside as the stock is trading at about $304 a share.
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The price target cut is in response to the company's announcement of the imminent retirement of chief executive officer Russell Wiener. He steps down after significant success during the four years at the helm, including turning around the company's US business. Weiner is to take over as the executive Chairman on October 1.
Domino's Pizza has already named Chief Operating Officer Joe Jordan as Russell's successor. Jordan was selected because of his extensive experience with the company, which will be crucial in the uncertain economic environment characterized by tight consumer spending.
Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NASDAQ:DPZ) operates as a multinational restaurant chain and franchise company. It primarily makes, sells, and delivers pizzas, pasta, wings, and side dishes. The company functions as both a franchisor (licensing the brand to independent owners) and an operator, while running central supply chain facilities that distribute ingredients to its stores.
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The price target cut is in response to the company's announcement of the imminent retirement of chief executive officer Russell Wiener. He steps down after significant success during the four years at the helm, including turning around the company's US business. Weiner is to take over as the executive Chairman on October 1.
Domino's Pizza has already named Chief Operating Officer Joe Jordan as Russell's successor. Jordan was selected because of his extensive experience with the company, which will be crucial in the uncertain economic environment characterized by tight consumer spending.
Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NASDAQ:DPZ) operates as a multinational restaurant chain and franchise company. It primarily makes, sells, and delivers pizzas, pasta, wings, and side dishes. The company functions as both a franchisor (licensing the brand to independent owners) and an operator, while running central supply chain facilities that distribute ingredients to its stores.
27 days ago
Every year, the NFL head-coaching carousel kicks off the offseason and can, at times, spark immediate change within an organization. In 2025, three teams with a new head coach made the playoffs. In 2026, the Tennessee ****** ans will join nine other teams with a new head coach, and they hope to see results early.
With the new staff led by Robert Saleh and a retooled roster, excitement is building within the organization, and expectations are high that the ****** ans will take a significant step forward. And as Moe Moton of Bleacher Report points out, it may be a tough road, but the ****** ans do have a shot at making the playoffs in 2026.
Tennessee ****** ans
The Tennessee ****** ans could be the league's biggest surprise playoff team if quarterback Cam Ward makes a significant second-year leap, which is a realistic expectation with his revamped receiver unit.
Tennessee signed wideout Wan'Dale Robinson, who racked up a career-high 1,014 receiving yards last season. During most of his four-year tenure with the New York Giants, he played under offensive play-caller Brian Daboll, which bodes well for his role in the ****** ans' aerial attack.
With the new staff led by Robert Saleh and a retooled roster, excitement is building within the organization, and expectations are high that the ****** ans will take a significant step forward. And as Moe Moton of Bleacher Report points out, it may be a tough road, but the ****** ans do have a shot at making the playoffs in 2026.
Tennessee ****** ans
The Tennessee ****** ans could be the league's biggest surprise playoff team if quarterback Cam Ward makes a significant second-year leap, which is a realistic expectation with his revamped receiver unit.
Tennessee signed wideout Wan'Dale Robinson, who racked up a career-high 1,014 receiving yards last season. During most of his four-year tenure with the New York Giants, he played under offensive play-caller Brian Daboll, which bodes well for his role in the ****** ans' aerial attack.
27 days ago
The Tennessee ****** ans are off on summer vacation and won't return until training camp begins in late July. Coach Robert Saleh and general manager Mike Borgonzi have spent half a year reinventing the ****** ans depth chart in Saleh's image, making changes in an attempt to create depth and playmaking dynamism after back-to-back 3-14 seasons.
To bridge the summer break into the season, The Tennessean is looking at each ****** ans position group individually and evaluating the big questions that will determine how the ****** ans' 2026 season goes. We now look at Carnell Tate and the ****** ans' wide receivers.
Let's talk about Justin Jefferson for a second.
Since the Minnesota Vikings drafted Jefferson in 2020, he's made four All-Pro teams and put up six straight 1,000-yard seasons. His name's never been far from the "best receiver in football" debate, and for good reason. No one in NFL history's accounted for more receiving yards in his first six seasons than Jefferson.
Jefferson was the fifth receiver off the board when the Vikings picked him No. 22 overall in 2020. In retrospect, it's hard to separate Jefferson's now-laughable draft slide from his status on one of the best college football teams ever. Jefferson was the second fiddle on LSU's championship 2019 receiving corps behind Ja'Marr Chase, a superstar prospect who's lived up to his billing and has a good shot at breaking Jefferson's first-six-years-in-the-league receiving record in 2026.
To bridge the summer break into the season, The Tennessean is looking at each ****** ans position group individually and evaluating the big questions that will determine how the ****** ans' 2026 season goes. We now look at Carnell Tate and the ****** ans' wide receivers.
Let's talk about Justin Jefferson for a second.
Since the Minnesota Vikings drafted Jefferson in 2020, he's made four All-Pro teams and put up six straight 1,000-yard seasons. His name's never been far from the "best receiver in football" debate, and for good reason. No one in NFL history's accounted for more receiving yards in his first six seasons than Jefferson.
Jefferson was the fifth receiver off the board when the Vikings picked him No. 22 overall in 2020. In retrospect, it's hard to separate Jefferson's now-laughable draft slide from his status on one of the best college football teams ever. Jefferson was the second fiddle on LSU's championship 2019 receiving corps behind Ja'Marr Chase, a superstar prospect who's lived up to his billing and has a good shot at breaking Jefferson's first-six-years-in-the-league receiving record in 2026.
28 days ago
Robert Saleh's return to San Francisco for the Tennessee ******* ans' preseason opener is set to air live on NFL Network.
Week 1 of NFL preseason will see the ******* ans travel to face the 49ers on Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. CT, one of two ******* ans preseason showcases set to air nationally. Saleh was the defensive coordinator for the 49ers before becoming the ******* ans' head coach.
Along with Saleh's debut game at the helm, the ******* ans' final preseason game against the Chicago Bears on Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. CT will air on NFL Network, rounding out a 19-game live slate across three weeks of action.
The ******* ans' preseason schedule is rounded out by a matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. CT, the first of two consecutive home games.
Harrison Campbell can be reached at hcampbellusatodayco.com and follow him on X (formerly Twitter) hccamp.
Week 1 of NFL preseason will see the ******* ans travel to face the 49ers on Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. CT, one of two ******* ans preseason showcases set to air nationally. Saleh was the defensive coordinator for the 49ers before becoming the ******* ans' head coach.
Along with Saleh's debut game at the helm, the ******* ans' final preseason game against the Chicago Bears on Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. CT will air on NFL Network, rounding out a 19-game live slate across three weeks of action.
The ******* ans' preseason schedule is rounded out by a matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. CT, the first of two consecutive home games.
Harrison Campbell can be reached at hcampbellusatodayco.com and follow him on X (formerly Twitter) hccamp.
29 days ago
Titans defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons played his first five NFL seasons with Mike Vrabel as his head coach, and never reached the Super Bowl. That gave him mixed emotions when he saw Vrabel get to the Super Bowl last year with the Patriots.
Simmons said on Terron Armstead’s podcast that he still has a great relationship with Vrabel and was happy for his success in Year One in New England, but also disappointed Vrabel couldn't help Simmons reach the Super Bowl in Tennessee.
"Was I surprised?" Simmons said. "I think we all would be surprised if this guy, first year in New England, they go straight to the Super Bowl. First off, I'm jealous as ******* . Like what? I was just with you four years, and you couldn't get me to the Super Bowl? But I could call Vrabel right now and he'd answer the phone. You build that relationship off the football field, and I think that's the thing with Vrabel. It's the same with Saleh, when you can build that relationship with players off the football field, and not just on the football field, they're going to play as hard as they can for you."
Simmons said that as he watched Vrabel and many of the ******* istant coaches who were with him in Tennessee get to the Super Bowl in their first year in New England, it gave him high hopes for what the ******* ans can do this year with new head coach Robert Saleh.
"I was surprised. He took the whole Tennessee ******* ans staff with him," Simmons said. "Coach Robert Saleh, first year? Why not?"
Simmons said on Terron Armstead’s podcast that he still has a great relationship with Vrabel and was happy for his success in Year One in New England, but also disappointed Vrabel couldn't help Simmons reach the Super Bowl in Tennessee.
"Was I surprised?" Simmons said. "I think we all would be surprised if this guy, first year in New England, they go straight to the Super Bowl. First off, I'm jealous as ******* . Like what? I was just with you four years, and you couldn't get me to the Super Bowl? But I could call Vrabel right now and he'd answer the phone. You build that relationship off the football field, and I think that's the thing with Vrabel. It's the same with Saleh, when you can build that relationship with players off the football field, and not just on the football field, they're going to play as hard as they can for you."
Simmons said that as he watched Vrabel and many of the ******* istant coaches who were with him in Tennessee get to the Super Bowl in their first year in New England, it gave him high hopes for what the ******* ans can do this year with new head coach Robert Saleh.
"I was surprised. He took the whole Tennessee ******* ans staff with him," Simmons said. "Coach Robert Saleh, first year? Why not?"
1 month ago
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle praised Tennessee ****** ans first-year coach Robert Saleh during a recent appearance on the "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast.
"He's one of the boys for sure," Kittle said. "He knows how to inspire. He's got great, great messaging. He's part of that invention of the (49ers') defense."
Saleh spent the 2025 season as the defensive coordinator with the 49ers. It was his second stint as defensive coordinator with the team and ended with them winning 12 regular-season games and a playoff win despite an injury-ridden defense.
"Just give him some time, and I think he's going to really put some good games out there," Kittle said. "The ****** ans are going to be good."
Kittle is known to be outspoken and opinionated and seems to hold Saleh in high regard despite not playing on the same side of the ball that Saleh coaches.
"He's one of the boys for sure," Kittle said. "He knows how to inspire. He's got great, great messaging. He's part of that invention of the (49ers') defense."
Saleh spent the 2025 season as the defensive coordinator with the 49ers. It was his second stint as defensive coordinator with the team and ended with them winning 12 regular-season games and a playoff win despite an injury-ridden defense.
"Just give him some time, and I think he's going to really put some good games out there," Kittle said. "The ****** ans are going to be good."
Kittle is known to be outspoken and opinionated and seems to hold Saleh in high regard despite not playing on the same side of the ball that Saleh coaches.
1 month ago
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle praised Tennessee **** ans first-year coach Robert Saleh during a recent appearance on the "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast.
"He's one of the boys for sure," Kittle said. "He knows how to inspire. He's got great, great messaging. He's part of that invention of the (49ers') defense."
Saleh spent the 2025 season as the defensive coordinator with the 49ers. It was his second stint as defensive coordinator with the team and ended with them winning 12 regular-season games and a playoff win despite an injury-ridden defense.
"Just give him some time, and I think he's going to really put some good games out there," Kittle said. "The **** ans are going to be good."
Kittle is known to be outspoken and opinionated and seems to hold Saleh in high regard despite not playing on the same side of the ball that Saleh coaches.
"He's one of the boys for sure," Kittle said. "He knows how to inspire. He's got great, great messaging. He's part of that invention of the (49ers') defense."
Saleh spent the 2025 season as the defensive coordinator with the 49ers. It was his second stint as defensive coordinator with the team and ended with them winning 12 regular-season games and a playoff win despite an injury-ridden defense.
"Just give him some time, and I think he's going to really put some good games out there," Kittle said. "The **** ans are going to be good."
Kittle is known to be outspoken and opinionated and seems to hold Saleh in high regard despite not playing on the same side of the ball that Saleh coaches.
1 month ago
The Tennessee ****** ans made some massive changes to their defense in both free agency and the draft in hopes of improving in 2026.
While their 2025 defense did have some solid moments, it was inconsistent and too ****** e to giving up big plays at the worst possible moment. Now, with veterans like John Franklin-Myers, Alontae Taylor, and Cor’Dale Flott joining Jeffery Simmons and Cedric Gray, new head coach Robert Saleh looks to right the ship.
How much have they improved? Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report outlines his projected best and worst outcomes for the ****** ans’ defense.
Tennessee ****** ans
Best Case
While their 2025 defense did have some solid moments, it was inconsistent and too ****** e to giving up big plays at the worst possible moment. Now, with veterans like John Franklin-Myers, Alontae Taylor, and Cor’Dale Flott joining Jeffery Simmons and Cedric Gray, new head coach Robert Saleh looks to right the ship.
How much have they improved? Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report outlines his projected best and worst outcomes for the ****** ans’ defense.
Tennessee ****** ans
Best Case
