Apr 22, 2026 - Sports

Titans are loaded with needs heading into NFL Draft

Nate Rau

Titans GM Mike Borgonzi speaks at a podium during a press event earlier this year. — Titans GM Mike Borgonzi speaks at a press event earlier this year. Photo: Brooke Sutton/Getty Images

Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi is faced with the choice of either helping his new defense-minded head coach or his talented young quarterback with the team's first pick in Thursday's NFL Draft.

Why it matters: The Titans are coming off a disastrous season in which they fired coach Brian Callahan and finished in last place in their division.

The big picture: Getting the team's first-round pick correct in the draft is crucial for Borgonzi to right the ship.

On one hand, the team pegged former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as its new coach. That means adding a leader for the Titans' defense would make sense.

Yes, but: Quarterback Cam Ward — last year's No. 1 overall pick — needs help.

Drafting a weapon at running back or wide receiver would give Ward a weapon and help fix the lagging offense.

What we're watching: The Titans currently have the No. 4 pick in the draft. The best options on defense figure to be pass rushers David Bailey and Arvell Reese or linebacker Sonny Styles, according to NFL Draft experts.

On offense, running back Jeremiyah Love and wide receiver Carnell Tate are the highest-rated prospects.

Friction point: Love seems to be the preferred choice of Titans fans. It's unclear whether he'll be available when the Titans pick.

The Cardinals pick third and are also a potential landing spot for Love.

If you go: The Titans are hosting a draft viewing party at Nissan Stadium on Thursday night. Gates open at 5:30pm and admission is free.

The draft party on Friday will be at the team's Nissan Stadium Experience Center, located at 601 Taylor Place in Germantown.

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