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Jared Stillman talks Nashville sports every Monday through Friday at 2 pm central.
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Mel Kiper Jr. says the No. 3 pick could be dictated by what the Titans want at No. 4.
So the real question is…
Do the Titans even realize they control the board?
Jared Stillman breaks down how the draft could fall between picks 2–4 and why players like David Bailey, Arvell Reese, Jeremiyah Love, and Sonny Styles are all in play.
Plus:
• Why Sonny Styles might make the most sense if the Titans go “best player available”
• Why Ty Simpson hype doesn’t add up if he’s not going in the Top 10
• Reaction to a reported Cowboys trade offer for Maxx Crosby
• Hubert Davis OUT at UNC — and why Josh Schertz should be the hire
• What Vanderbilt should do if Mark Byington gets interest from UNC
Jared Stillman reacts to a new ESPN mock draft from Field Yates that has the Titans taking Sonny Styles at No. 4 overall and breaking down what that would mean for the franchise. Jared explains why he wouldn’t hate the pick—but why the expectations would have to be massive if the Titans go in that direction.
Plus, Jared pushes back on the growing hype around Ty Simpson and questions whether teams truly view him as a top-tier QB prospect—or if the buzz could create a trade-up opportunity for the Titans.
Jared also reacts to Rueben Bain’s comments about Cam Ward and discusses how much input the Titans may actually be giving their young quarterback in roster decisions.
Also:
• Predators playoff odds swing in a massive game vs San Jose
• Can Juuse Saros finally deliver in a big spot?
Jared Stillman dives into the growing disconnect between the national consensus and local insiders when it comes to the Titans’ No. 4 pick. While the majority of mock drafts have Tennessee selecting Jeremiyah Love, voices like Adam Schefter, Paul Kuharsky and Nick Suss suggest otherwise.
So who’s right?
Jared explains why he’s leaning toward the insiders—and why the Titans may ultimately pass on Love despite his fit as a dynamic offensive playmaker. He also breaks down what that decision would mean for Cam Ward and why the Titans’ roster-building philosophy could lead them in a different direction.
Plus:
• Edge vs offense debate: Bailey, Bain or Reese at No. 4?
• What a defense-first approach would require from Cam Ward
• NCAA Tournament reaction: Tennessee to the Sweet 16, Vanderbilt heartbreak, and more
A loaded show centered on the biggest decision facing the Titans this offseason.
Jared opens the show with a strong take on NIL and college athletics, pushing back on the narrative that college sports are “broken.” After a chaotic and electric day of March Madness, Jared argues the product is as good as ever—and calls out coaches and administrators for years of misleading complaints.
Plus:
• NCAA Tournament reactions: UNC collapse, Vanderbilt survives, and upset chaos
• What these results say about parity in college sports
• Predators surge continues as playoff odds rise—even without Saros
• The Browns want to trade draft picks FIVE years out…seriously?
It’s a wide-ranging show with strong opinions, big picture takes, and plenty of March Madness reaction.
It’s time for Jared Stillman Mock Draft 2.0 — and this one goes deeper.
We run through the entire first round and then focus on the Titans’ critical decision at pick No. 35:
Should they stay and take a player?
Or trade out and stack assets?
Plus, major draft intel:
• Adam Schefter says he’d be surprised if the Titans take Jeremiyah Love at No. 4
• The Athletic’s beat writer mock draft has Love falling all the way to No. 14
• Are teams overthinking one of the best players in the class?
Jared breaks down how the board could fall, what the Titans SHOULD do at 35, and why this draft could define the future of the franchise.
Jared Stillman opens the show with a rant on Team USA’s loss in the World Baseball Classic, calling it an embarrassment for a sport the United States should dominate and questioning decisions from Mark DeRosa, Tarik Skubal and the roster as a whole. Jared explains why the WBC format needs to change and why the event should be moved to the middle of the MLB season.
Then, the focus shifts to the NFL Draft and the Titans’ decision at No. 4 overall. Jared lays out the full case for Jeremiyah Love, explaining why he could be the best player available if the board falls a certain way, why he fills a major need as a dynamic offensive playmaker, and how he could directly impact Cam Ward’s development. Jared also addresses the concerns about drafting a running back high and explains why, in this particular draft class, those concerns may not apply. Plus, thoughts on the Predators’ playoff chances and Jared’s Final Four picks.
Jared Stillman reacts to Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest mock draft that has the Tennessee Titans selecting Jeremiyah Love with the 4th overall pick—and explains why he would make that exact move if he were on the clock. But the bigger question is whether the Titans will actually do it, or if they’ll once again prioritize “value” over building the best possible team. Jared breaks down why the Titans’ decision-making in free agency—passing on top-tier players like Trey Hendrickson and Tyler Linderbaum—signals they may talk themselves out of taking a true blue-chip talent like Love or Sonny Styles. Plus, what the Titans should do at pick 35 if high-end defensive line talent is available, why trading out would require a massive return, and how the team can avoid another offseason of playing it safe. Also, Jared praises Vanderbilt AD Candice Lee for building one of the most successful athletic programs in the country and shares thoughts on the World Baseball Classic and why it should move to the middle of the MLB season.
The Tennessee Titans made a quiet but important move over the weekend — and for once, it’s a move I actually love.
The Titans “restructured” Calvin Ridley’s contract ahead of the 5th day of the league year, but let’s call it what it really was:
Ridley took a pay cut.
And in this case, the Titans played it perfectly.
They waited out the wide receiver market, Ridley didn’t have a better option, and the Titans were able to keep a 1,000-yard receiver while lowering his cap hit.
Plus on today’s show:
• Why Titans fans are fighting Houston on behalf of ownership
• Why L’Jarius Sneed could be headed right back to Kansas City
• Takeaways from the SEC Tournament in Nashville
• Vanderbilt vs Tennessee — and why the committee still underrates Vandy
The Tennessee Titans unveiled their new uniforms…except they aren’t really new.
They’re basically Houston Oilers uniforms with three stars and the word “Titans.”
As someone who became a Titans fan when the team arrived in Tennessee in 1998 and embraced the identity of the Titans in 1999, this feels incredibly disrespectful to the fans who built this franchise in Nashville.
It feels like the organization is more interested in reliving its past in Houston than embracing the team that Tennessee fans actually fell in love with.
If the Titans want to be the Oilers again, they should just say it. Instead it feels like the franchise is pretending this isn’t exactly what they’re doing.
Plus on today’s show:
• Why the Titans’ defensive line signings reveal Robert Saleh’s plan
• Is the team trying to rebuild the Jets defense from 2022-2024 in Nashville?
• Wan’Dale Robinson taking jersey number 4 — what it could mean for the draft
• And why the Titans aren’t the only NFL team making questionable decisions this offseason
Jared Stillman reacts to the latest developments in NFL Free Agency and the ripple effects for the Tennessee Titans after the Ravens pivot away from a trade for Maxx Crosby and instead land Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson had been Jared’s top target for the Titans, and now Nashville is left searching for answers on how to finish building a defensive line that still feels incomplete. Jared breaks down the strategic maneuvering by Baltimore, questions whether the Titans should now pursue Maxx Crosby in a blockbuster trade, and explains why the roster still lacks the touchdown-scoring playmakers needed to help Cam Ward. Plus, why Jared is increasingly concerned about the overall plan—or lack thereof—from Titans GM Mike Borgonzi after two offseasons of moves that seem scattered rather than strategic.
The Titans spent a lot of money to open free agency, but did they really improve the team? Jared Stillman breaks down Day 2 of the Titans’ free agency moves and why, despite several upgrades in the secondary and along the defensive line, the roster still has major holes. The Titans still need a center, a right guard, an edge rusher and help at inside linebacker—and replacing Chig Okonkwo with Daniel Bellinger raises new questions on offense. Jared explains what the Titans must do next to turn an “okay” free agency start into a roster capable of competing for the playoffs, including why Trey Hendrickson, drafting Jeremiyah Love and adding a right guard would dramatically change the outlook. Plus, why Jared fundamentally disagrees with the Titans’ approach to roster building and why Mike Borgonzi must protect the team from coaching influence when constructing the roster.
NFL Free Agency is officially underway and we’re reacting LIVE to every move the Tennessee Titans make as it happens. Join Jared Stillman as he breaks down the signings, trades, rumors and strategy in real time as the market opens. Jared will also be joined throughout the show by special guests Jonathan Hutton (OutKick), Teron Davenport (ESPN), Caroline Fenton (Yahoo Sports) and Nick Suss (The Tennessean) and in Hour 4, Jared reacts to the Titans signing John Franklin-Meyers, Cor’Dale Flott and Alonte Taylor.
Today’s show I lay out my full Tennessee Titans Free Agency Plan and exactly how I would spend the team’s massive cap space.
The Titans have roughly $131 million in room this offseason and a roster filled with holes — so how should they attack free agency?
Here’s the blueprint:
Day 1 Targets
• C Tyler Linderbaum
• EDGE Trey Hendrickson
• WR Rashid Shaheed
Day 2–3 Moves
• DT David Onyemata
• TE Jonnu Smith
• RG John Simpson
Depth and Value Signings
• Cornerback depth
• Safety depth
• Veteran backup QB
• Special teams fixes
The goal is simple: build a roster that protects Cam Ward, runs the football, and gets after the quarterback.
By the end of this plan, the Titans head into the draft needing only WR1 and a nickel corner, giving them maximum flexibility with the 4th overall pick.
Plus we break down the depth chart and how the roster would look if the Titans followed this plan.
If the Titans want to land the best players in free agency, they’re going to have to pay what I call the “Suck Tax.”
Bad teams don’t get the same deals good teams do — and the numbers prove it. Over the last two years, struggling teams have paid nearly 18% more in AAV and about 50% more in guaranteed money to land top free agents.
So if Tennessee wants players like Tyler Linderbaum, Trey Hendrickson, Alec Pierce or John Franklin-Meyers, the question becomes simple: are they willing to pay the premium it takes to fix the roster?
Also on the show:
• Albert Breer reports the Titans are in on Alec Pierce — but is it real interest or a way to drive up the price on Indianapolis?
• DJ Moore traded to the Bills and why that move stings for Titans fans
• Robby Stanley joins to talk Titans and the Predators trade deadline
If the Titans want to rebuild this roster quickly, they’re going to have to decide whether they’re willing to pay the Suck Tax.
Paul Kuharsky says he’s not buying the Jeremiyah Love hype and believes the Titans may not be aggressive early in free agency or the draft. If that’s true, are the Titans really comfortable going into next season with Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears after finishing near the bottom of the league running the football?
Plus, why are Titans fans obsessed with average players instead of elite ones? The difference between players like John Franklin-Meyers and Trey Hendrickson illustrates the larger problem with how many people view roster building.
Also on the show:
• Wan’Dale Robinson rumors continue — does that actually improve the Titans offense?
• Why the Titans need players who score touchdowns and sack quarterbacks
• Dr. David Chao joins to talk injuries around Trey Hendrickson, Jermaine Johnson, Jordyn Tyson and more
• Reaction to the Patriots releasing Stefon Diggs and whether it’s now inevitable that AJ Brown ends up in New England
• The Predators start selling at the trade deadline and what it says about the direction of the franchise
If the Titans want to properly develop Cam Ward, the formula is simple: run the ball, score touchdowns, and pressure the quarterback.
It’s Franchise Tag Day and the Colts tagging Daniel Jones means Alec Pierce hits free agency — should the Titans be interested?
Plus, why are Titans fans obsessed with average players instead of elite ones? I rant about the pushback on Trey Hendrickson, the fascination with John Franklin Meyers, and the bigger debate: Maxx Crosby vs. Trey Hendrickson — who should the Titans really want?
Mock Draft 1.0 is here — and I lay out how I see the board shaping up.
And finally, Arizona plans to release Kyler Murray… what went wrong, and why does Kyler’s career arc make me nervous when it comes to Cam Ward?
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It’s starting to feel real.
Jared explains why he believes the Titans are trending toward selecting Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the 4th overall pick — and why Titans Twitter may be influencing more than people think.
If Love is the pick, what does that mean for the rest of the offseason?
• Why drafting Love would require going ALL-IN on Trey Hendrickson
• Why Chig Okonkwo may not fit a run-first identity
• How free agency strategy changes if Love is the choice
• The risk of planning around a player who may not be there
Plus:
• Tremaine Edmunds rumors
• DJ Moore and Cole Kmet trade possibilities
• AJ Brown to New England?
• Ty Simpson’s rising draft stock
• Texans reshuffling their offensive line
If Love is the guy, the rest of the plan better match it.
See you at 2 PM CT.
The NFL Combine reshaped the top of the draft — and it’s time to reset the Titans’ board at No. 4 overall.
Jared breaks down:
• Why Reuben Bain’s arm length changes everything
• How David Bailey solidified himself as the top pure edge rusher
• Why Sonny Styles’ freak testing puts him firmly in the conversation
• Jeremiyah Love’s monster performance and what it means for Cam Ward
• Why Carnell Tate may have cost himself at the top of the draft
Plus:
• How free agency (Hendrickson, edge market, RB depth) impacts the decision
• Smoke screen season: Saleh hyping Bain and Matthew Berry’s Love report
• The Titans’ interest in bringing back Chig Okonkwo and Kevin Zeitler
It’s time to get serious about the fourth pick.
Combine performances are in — and it’s time to re-evaluate the top of the Titans’ draft board.
Jared breaks down:
• Why fast guys running fast matters (Bailey, Styles, Reese)
• Why Reuben Bain’s arm length is a legitimate concern at No. 4
• How Sonny Styles could be the centerpiece of a Robert Saleh defense
• The case for Jeremiah Love as a bell-cow weapon for Cam Ward
• Why the Titans cannot assume Reese or Bailey will be there
Plus:
• Why drafting Bailey, Styles or Tate doesn’t stop you from going big on Trey Hendrickson and DJ Moore
• Dane Brugler’s comments about the lack of true blue-chip players in this draft
• Anthony Richardson being granted permission to seek a trade — and what that says about QB timelines in today’s NFL
It’s time to think clearly about what the Titans are actually building.
The Titans have cap space. A lot of it.
They’ve moved off Lloyd Cushenberry. They’ve cleared out dead money. They’re bragging about having one of the healthiest financial situations in the NFL.
So why aren’t we talking about going BIG?
Jared breaks down why Jermaine Johnson isn’t enough for the defensive line overhaul and why the Titans need to aggressively pursue Trey Hendrickson — even if it means paying top dollar.
Plus:
• Reuben Bain’s arm length measurements are in — and they matter.
• Why drafting for “exceptions” at No. 4 overall is dangerous.
• The center situation post-Cushenberry.
• And Jets fans reacting to the Sweat trade fallout.
If you’re going to clear space and reset the roster, act like it.
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