Tennessee Titans football is back for 2026. Consider this your hub for all the news, live updates, signings, injuries, roster moves, depth chart discussions, position battles, joint practices, preseason matchups to watch and more as the team makes its way through training camp.
The Titans are scheduled to take the field for 16 practices, including three joint sessions ― one each against the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and Chicago Bears. All this leads up to NFL roster cut day on Aug. 30, when Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi will be tasked with culling the squad from the 91 players they'll carry throughout camp to 53 players on the active roster, plus a practice squad.
News flies fast throughout training camp. This page will be updated
with the latest coverage from The Tennessean, as well as the latest practice updates, news items you need to know and colorful moments that will define the build-up to the 2026 season, which starts Sept. 13 against the New York Jets.
Tennessee Titans live updates: Latest news, practice stats roster updates, depth chart questions, injury concerns and more
It's Aug. 1: Here's what you need to know about the Tennessee Titans
The Titans will open practice to media and fans on Aug. 1, meaning that we'll be allowed to share live updates with you from the field as they happen. Keep this file open for live stats, color from the field and observations as the Titans continue their preparation for the start of the season.
Most recent Titans coverage
- Here's a look at what Cor'Dale Flott saysis going to be the difference for why he and Alontae Taylor believe they can be the league's best CB tandem
- Gentry Estes got exclusive face time with Hendon Hooker, talking about the Titans and the Vols.
- Here's what we're seeing when we take a close look at the Titans' top-tier D-line
- These are our observations from Day 2 of practice, with an extra close-up on the defense
- Femi Oladejo is back on the practice field after a good while away. Here's what he's feeling
Our most recent live file
Click here for updates from Day 2 of training camp, including Cam Ward practice stats and the latest on JC Latham's injury.
Our first live file
Click here for updates from earlier in the week in case you missed our practice observations, our news conference coverage and more.
Day 1 post practice takeaways:
Here's what beat writer Nick Suss had to say about quarterback Cam Ward's first practice back, and some thoughts on the way Ward is discussing his development.
And here's what columnist Gentry Estes observed from the day.
From the Titans introductory press conference
Here are a few stories to keep you up to date:
- From columnist Gentry Estes, a look at what this season means for Mike Borgonzi and what the Titans are building
- From beat writer Nick Suss, a dive into what it means when the Titans talk about foundations and urgency
- For your information, what to know about today's practice
What will it take to make the Titans roster? Robert Saleh answers
Here's Saleh's response to a question about how he'll handle and determine the outcomes of position battles all across the Titans' roster. It's an interesting look into what the Titans will prioritize throughout training camp and beyond during Saleh's tenure.
Robert Saleh on 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan's car crash
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, Robert Saleh's old boss at his previous job, suffered injuries in a car crash earlier this month in California.
Saleh has spoken to Shanahan since the crash, and said that "we're all very fortunate that (Shanahan is) still here."
"He looks great. Saw him on FaceTime a couple days ago," Saleh said. "The surgeon did a great job. Not easy for him to go through what he went through."
FULL STORY: What Titans coach Robert Saleh said about 49ers' Kyle Shanahan's injuries
Who's going to make the Titans' roster? Here's your primer
The Tennessean ran the numbers and found roughly 40 players on roster vying for about a dozen unclaimed roster spots. Barring injury and trades, these are the players for whom training camp will matter the most. Click here to understand the stakes.
Cam Ward on Netflix
In case you missed the storylines that came from Cam Ward's appearances on Netflix's "Quarterback" docuseries, here's our review.
What's different for Robert Saleh?
Saleh's turn as Jets coach didn't end well. What's going differently so far in Nashville? A few things, actually. Click here to read more.
Titans depth chart projection 2026
Heading into training camp, here's The Tennessean's projection for what the starters and backups should look like when the Titans' season starts on Sept. 13:
- QB: Cam Ward | Mitchell Trubisky
- RB: Tony Pollard | Tyjae Spears
- WR: Carnell Tate, Calvin Ridley, Wan'Dale Robinson | Elic Ayomanor, Chimere Dike
- TE: Gunnar Helm | Daniel Bellinger
- OT: Dan Moore Jr., JC Latham | Austin Deculus
- OG: Peter Skoronski, Cordell Volson | Jackson Slater
- C: Austin Schlottmann | Pat Coogan
- DL: Jeffery Simmons, John Franklin-Myers | Jordan Elliott, Solomon Thomas
- DE: Jermaine Johnson II, Keldric Faulk | Jacob Martin, Oluwafemi Oladejo
- LB: Cody Barton, Cedric Gray | Anthony Hill
- CB: Alontae Taylor, Cor'Dale Flott, Marcus Harris | Joshua Williams
- S: Kevin Winston Jr., Amani Hooker | Tony Adams
- ST: Joey Slye, Tommy Townsend, Morgan Cox
Titans position battles: What to know
Consider these the five most premium position battles:
Right guard: Cordell Volson is the veteran. Jackson Slater and Fernando Carmona are the homegrown youth options. None of these feel like great options, but it'll be interesting to see who surprises coaches and fans alike.
Center: This doesn't feel like as much of a competition with the way Austin Schlottmann handled the job in OTAs, but Pat Coogan's presence and the signing of Andre James makes it something nonetheless.
Linebacker: Will Anthony Hill be able to push Cody Barton for a starting role from the jump? It's possible, even if it's not super likely.
Swing tackle: Especially with JC Latham starting the year on PUP, it'll be worth monitoring how Austin Deculus, Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, Zach Thomas, Aamil Wagner and Rasheed Miller compete for playing time as the No. 3 tackle.
Defensive end: It's no foregone conclusion that Keldric Faulk starts off the edge with Jacob Martin, Jaylen Harrell, Femi Oladejo and more pushing for roles. Consider it Faulk's job to lose, though.
Titans coaching staff 2026
As a refresher, here's the staff:
- Head coach: Robert Saleh
- Offensive coordinator: Brian Daboll
- Defensive coordinator: Gus Bradley
- Special teams coordinator: John Fassel
- Offensive assistants: Shea Tierney (QBs), Randy Jordan (RBs), Greg Lewis (WRs), Luke Stocker (TEs), Carmen Bricillo (OL), Cade Knox (game management), Isaac Williams (asst. OL), Trevor Browder (off. asst.), John Rudnicki (off. asst)
- Defensive assistants: Aaron Whitecotton (DL), Dave Borgonzi (LBs), Tony Oden (CBs), Dalton Hilliard (nickels), Marquand Manuel (SAFs), Ben Bloom (senior def. asst.), Tanzel Smart (asst. DL), Ahmed Saleh (def. asst.)
- Special teams: Rayna Stewart (asst. ST)
Titans' preseason schedule, training camp schedule
The Titans are scheduled to practice 16 times in training camp, starting on July 29. Eight of those practices are scheduled to be open for fans, with the first on Aug. 1. The Titans will hold their three joint practices on Aug. 11 (at SF), Aug. 21 (vs. SEA) and Aug. 27 (vs. CHI).
The Titans' three preseason games are at San Francisco (Aug. 13, 8 p.m. CT), vs. Seattle (Aug. 23, 7 p.m. CT) and vs. Chicago (Aug. 29, 5 p.m. CT).
Nick Suss is the Titans beat writer for The Tennessean. Contact Nick at nsuss@gannett.com. Follow Nick on X @nicksuss. Subscribe to the Talkin’ Titans newsletter for updates sent directly to your inbox.
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