The Tennessee Titans still have a huge hole at right guard. The team has not re-signed Kevin Zeitler despite outcries from the fanbase. Paired with the hole at center after cutting Lloyd Cushenberry, the interior offensive line is concerning as currently constructed.
Mike Borgonzi will almost certainly select an interior blocker during the 2026 NFL Draft. With Austin Schlottmann and Jackson Slater seemingly competing at center, even if the Titans re-sign Zeitler, a future starter is needed at guard.
With that in mind, we’ve identified five guards the Titans could target during the draft.
Keylan Rutledge, IOL, Georgia Tech
Keylan Rutledge is among the toughest, most physical blockers in the class. He’s mean and nasty and plays through the whistle. The Titans reportedly had a formal interview with him at the NFL Combine. Offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo was said to have joined that meeting. Rutledge would be an excellent addition.
Chase Bisontis, IOL, Texas A&M
Texas A&M guard Chase Bisontis is among the better interior blockers. We’re not convinced he’ll be available at 66th overall, so the Titans would have to consider him at No. 35, or trade down during the second round. Bisontis possesses a high-level understanding of angles and leverage.
Emmanuel Pregnon, IOL, Oregon
Oregon’s Emmanuel Pregnon is another tough blocker who promotes physicality. Pregnon is massive with legitimate core power throughout his hips and hands. The former Ducks standout is a legitimate people mover in the run game.
Jalen Farmer, IOL, Kentucky
Kentucky guard Jalen Farmer has a well-balanced skill set as a run blocker and pass protector. Farmer generates legitimate movement as a run blocker. The Covington, Georgia native also matches power with power in pass protection.
Alex Harkey, IOL, Oregon
Tony Pauline is reporting that the Titans have shown interest in Oregon’s Alex Harkey. He primarily played right tackle for the Ducks, but Pauline says some teams believe he’s a guard due to his physical nature and slight arm length deficiencies. The Titans are apparently doing their homework.
