The Tennessee Titans decided to stand pat with running back Tony Pollard at the NFL trade deadline, believing his impact on the offense and the development of quarterback Cam Ward outweighed the draft capital they could have potentially received in exchange.
Pollard is in the final year of the three-year, $21.75 million contract he signed in 2024 and would have been a prime target for running back-needy teams. Through the first eight games of 2026, Pollard is off to a strong start, already accumulating 595 yards and six touchdowns on 133 carries (4.5 yards per attempt), and appears to be the heartbeat of the offense.
General manager Mike Borgonzi has been impressed by the veteran running back and said he would love to bring him back in 2027, adding
that he has had conversations with Pollard.
Tony Pollard said he appreciates the #Titans valuing him and wants to be back beyond this season. pic.twitter.com/zd65B213sp
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) November 11, 2026
Following practice on Wednesday, Pollard was asked about the possibility and said he would like to remain in Nashville, citing the life he and his family have built there and his comfort in the lead role.
With both Pollard and Tyjae Spears headed to free agency and rookie Nick Singleton's future uncertain, bringing back Pollard on a short-term deal could benefit both sides and let Tennessee focus elsewhere with draft capital and free-agent budget.
This article originally appeared on Titans Wire: Has Tony Pollard played his way into Tennessee Titans long-term plans?
