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The source predicts Ward will have his best game as a pro in Week 1 against the Jets, projecting 275 passing yards and 2 passing touchdowns. The Jets led the league in passing touchdowns allowed last season and didn't have an interception all season, creating a favorable matchup for Ward despite the jury still being out on his long-term NFL potential.

Pollard has recorded four consecutive 1,000-yard seasons and is positioned as the Titans' reliable lead ball carrier. The source describes him as both underrated and underappreciated, and notes he appears primed for another big season in Tennessee. In Brian Daboll's offense, both Pollard and backup Tyjae Spears are expected to catch more passes, suggesting increased receiving volume for the backfield.

The No. 4 overall rookie WR will make his official regular season debut in Week 1. The Titans drafted Tate to be Ward's go-to playmaker, but he failed to register a catch in the preseason. The source indicates Titans fans want to see Ward target Tate heavily in the regular season opener, establishing his role as the primary receiving option.

The source notes that the entire Titans fanbase is monitoring Ward's progress as a sophomore quarterback after a pair of lackluster preseason showings. A strong performance versus the Jets would ease lingering concerns about his development, implying current skepticism about his readiness.

Geno Smith is a gunslinger with a documented turnover problem that the new-look Titans defense will target in Week 1. Smith led the league in interceptions in 2025 with 17 despite playing just 15 games; in 2024, his 15 interceptions tied for second-most in the NFL. He loves testing tight throwing windows, making him vulnerable to an aggressive Titans defense that emphasized forcing turnovers after posting a -5 turnover differential in 2025.

Named 2026 Titans offensive captain; source emphasizes his leadership credentials, noting that while his on-field play can be questioned, 'since the Titans drafted him, he has said and done everything you would want your quarterback to say and do.' Leadership is not in doubt, though execution on the field remains the next hurdle.

Tight end expected to play a notable role in Daboll's passing attack; will be part of a diverse target distribution as Ward spreads the ball around to a plethora of players in the new offense.

Tight end expected to play a notable role in Daboll's passing attack; will be part of a diverse target distribution as Ward spreads the ball around to a plethora of players in the new offense.

Running back expected to play a notable role in Daboll's passing attack; the Titans plan to establish the run via Pollard and Spears, indicating dual-threat usage in both rushing and receiving roles.

Running back expected to play a notable role in Daboll's passing attack; the Titans plan to establish the run via Pollard and Spears, indicating dual-threat usage in both rushing and receiving roles.

Part of a four-deep receiver core competing for targets; had an excellent training camp, signaling potential for involvement in the new Titans passing attack under Daboll.

Returning receiver positioned as a big-play threat in Daboll's offense; previously played in Daboll's system at Alabama, providing familiarity and scheme fit that supports upside in the new Titans passing attack.

Free agent signing acquired for high-volume, reliable weapon role; projected to be Cam Ward's most reliable weapon and possibly lead the Titans in targets in Week 1, positioning him as the primary pass-catching option in the new passing attack.

Fourth overall draft pick signed to grow alongside sophomore QB Cam Ward in Daboll's new passing attack; failed to record a single preseason catch, creating a Week 1 emergence question for fantasy purposes as fans anticipate an explosion from the young receiver.

Fan-favorite sophomore wideout waived by the Titans after initially making the 53-man roster; cleared waivers and was re-signed to the practice squad, demonstrating GM Borgonzi's strategy of passing desired assets through waivers to land them on the practice squad despite fan disappointment.

Cut by the Tennessee Titans; worked out by the New York Jets for a potential practice squad spot. The source notes Levis is not ready to be a starting quarterback in the NFL but possesses many of the tools needed for success. The Jets' workout may also serve an intelligence-gathering purpose ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Titans. Career stats with Tennessee: 3,899 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions across 21 games after being drafted 33rd overall in 2023.

The source identifies Carnell Tate, Titans wide receiver, as a candidate in NFL Rookie of the Year predictions for 2026, indicating he is being evaluated as a potential rookie breakout contributor.

The source notes that Ward, the number one overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, did not perform as well as hoped last season, leading the Titans to just three wins. Head coach Robert Saleh is betting his job on Ward's development and character improvements translating to gameday performance in 2026.

The source frames Cam Ward's performance as central to the Titans' season outlook, stating that a step forward from Ward and the whole team is needed to determine the win total; the team is favored in the Week 1 opener against the Jets but won't be favored in many games this season.

Xavier Restrepo was waived by the Titans the day after making the 53-man roster but retains a path forward; he could be signed to the practice squad with a chance to see gameday action during the season.

Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet tore his ACL during the playoffs and will start the 2026 season on the PUP list, missing at least the first four games.

Odell Beckham Jr. made the Giants' 53-man roster despite limited recent playing time, appearing in only nine games over the last three years. He returns to the team that selected him 12th overall in the 2014 NFL Draft.

Wide receiver Mason Kinsey's NFL tenure has ended after six years of practice squad and roster movement. A Division III college athlete who faced long odds to make the NFL, Kinsey's exit marks the end of an era with the Titans organization.

Second-year wideout Xavier Restrepo, signed as an undrafted free agent, had a strong training camp but was cut from the Titans' 53-man roster after the team made waiver claims. The source notes there is a good chance he ends up back with Tennessee on the practice squad.

Added to Titans initial practice squad as a tight end.

Added to Titans initial practice squad as a running back.

Added to Titans initial practice squad as a wide receiver; part of the team's heavy receiver emphasis on the practice squad given only five receivers on the active roster.

Added to Titans initial practice squad as a quarterback.

Added to Titans initial practice squad as a running back.

Added to Titans initial practice squad as a wide receiver; part of the team's heavy receiver emphasis on the practice squad given only five receivers on the active roster.

Released player expected to join the Titans practice squad pending waiver clearance; the source assumes the Titans are holding their 17th practice squad spot for Restrepo, who must clear waivers before being officially added, though another team could claim him.

Notable omission from the Titans' initial 16-player practice squad despite special teams coordinator Bones Fassel raving about Oliver's play on special teams in the preseason; the source expected Oliver to be added given the coordinator's praise.

Rookie WR ended preseason without a catch across all three games, but practice reports consistently indicated strong performance; this disconnect between game and practice production did translate positively in a joint practice against the Chicago Bears where he had a strong day, suggesting underlying talent and potential emergence in regular season despite preseason stat line.

Waived by the Titans as part of roster adjustments.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was placed on the NFL's commissioner exempt list after being charged with battery and criminal damage to property. He could miss the start of the season as a result.

Bryce Oliver, who had been with the Titans since 2024, was waived during roster cutdown. He lost his roster spot to undrafted free agent Xavier Restrepo, who impressed during the preseason.

Undrafted free agent Xavier Restrepo made the 53-man roster over Bryce Oliver, who had been with the team since 2024. Restrepo's strong preseason performance earned him the roster spot.

Levis, the No. 32 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, was deemed a bust when the Titans selected Cam Ward as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. His departure from the team confirms the bust designation completely.

Made the Titans' initial 53-man roster after being one of the most debated players over the last year; the source notes it was impossible to ignore his production in preseason games and that he was really good in practices as well. Week 1 active status against the New York Jets remains to be determined.

QB's practice squad status with the Titans is uncertain following poor preseason performance; the source questions whether the Titans even want to bring Levis back on the practice squad and suggests he might benefit from a fresh start elsewhere.