AFCAFC SouthNFLNFL DraftTitans

Tennessee Titans 2026 NFL Draft Preview

Share
Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; The Tennessee Titans logo is projected on the video board during the NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Share

The Titans struggled over the course of the 2025 NFL season, but ended the season playing better football after the firing of Head Coach Brian Callahan. First overall pick Cam Ward’s confidence and play drastically progressed as the season went on. 

Jeffery Simmons was the best interior defensive lineman in football last season. He posted a career-best year all around and was rewarded with an AP All-Pro selection. Cedric Gray was incredible in his first full season with the Titans, as he led the team in tackles and was second in the NFL with 97 solo tackles. 

Titans Draft Picks:

  • Round 1: Pick 4
  • Round 2: Pick 35
  • Round 3: Pick 66
  • Round 4: Pick 101
  • Round 5: Pick 142
  • Round 5: Pick 144
  • Round 6: Pick 184
  • Round 6: Pick 194
  • Round 7: Pick 225

The Titans sustained losses of four starters during this free-agency cycle. This included starting tight-end Chig Okongko, starting offensive guard Kevin Zeitler, starting defensive edge Arden Key, and starting defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day. Other notable exits include the likes of Darrell Baker Jr., Corey Levin and Van Jefferson. The Titans’ losses are easily replaceable through free agency or the draft.

Titans Positions of Need:

  • EDGE 
  • WR
  • IOL

Key Draft Targets for Titans:   

Jeremiyah Love – RB – Notre Dame

Love is the best player in the draft, hands down. The kid is as electric as anyone with the ball in his hand and makes people miss in space. The Titans need to look best available at No. 4 and Love is the best available. 

Love is rated as a top-five prospect, so the Titans will only get one opportunity to select him at No. 4. 

Zion Young – EDGE – Missouri

Young is an athletic freak who would match the Titans’ ambitions. He is amazing as a run defender who developed as a pass rusher. He would fit first year head coach Robert Saleh’s defense perfectly. 

Young is expected to be an early-Day 2 selection. The Titans may need to get creative to secure his services. 

Keylan Rutledge – OG – Georgia Tech 

Rutledge is one of the more complete guard prospects in the draft. The Titans can expect him to be available in the third round. Should they get the opportunity to select him, he has the ability to step in as a day one starter. 

Share
Written by
Isaiah Gerard

Isaiah Gerard a Sports Communications Major at the University of Tennessee and has covered sports for the last 5 years in a variety of formats. Whether it is calling a high school sports game on the radio or writing recaps on a variety of sporting events, Gerard is always covering a sport.

Leave a comment

Related Articles
Jan 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass during the second quarter against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
FantasyNFL

Three Differences Between Good and Great Fantasy Managers

Few things in life bring the same thrill that fantasy football thrives...

Jul 29, 2026; Rochester, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) talks with wide receivers Mecole Hardman (1) and DJ Moore (2) during training camp at St. John Fisher University. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
AFCAFC EastBillsNFL

Three Things Standing Between the Buffalo Bills and a Super Bowl

Year after year results in heartbreak for Bills Mafia. The Buffalo Bills...

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; NC State tight end Justin Joly (TE09) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
AFCAFC WestBroncosNFL

Justin Joly Could Be the Best Tight End in This Rookie Class

This year’s tight end draft class was not a weak one. Oregon’s...

New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) makes a catch against Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes (55) during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025.
FeaturedGiantsNFCNFC EastNFL

Ranking The Top Five Moments From The Giants 2025-26 Season

Every NFL season is filled with plenty of highlight-reel plays. From long...