In a season of transitions and turbulence, the Tennessee Titans have been grappling with below-par performances and administrative upheavals. Over the last two seasons, the Titans amassed a lackluster record of 9-25. The struggles culminated in the dismissal of General Manager Ran Carthon, who was let go after failing to rejuvenate the Titans during his tenure. Team owner Amy Adams Strunk expressed her personal appreciation for Carthon, saying, “I’ve loved the time I’ve spent with Ran. He’s a talented football mind, a great man, and friend to everyone along his path.” However, business is business, and the dismal win-loss record simply could not be ignored. “It’s impossible to ignore that our football team hasn’t improved over the past two years. I am deeply disappointed in our poor win-loss record during this period,” Strunk admitted.
The Titans concluded the season with a disappointing 3-14 record, yet another indication that transformative changes are needed. Despite a significant offseason investment of $228.2 million in new players, the results on the field have been less than satisfactory. February saw the high-profile signing of Calvin Ridley to a four-year, $92 million contract, accompanied by substantial investments in Lloyd Cushenberry and Chidobe Awuzie. These high investments did not materialize into improved results, thus heightening scrutiny on the decision-makers in Nashville.
The Titans’ struggles mean there is now a silver lining of sorts—they secured the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The path forward remains daunting yet potentially full of promise. The Titans recently drafted JC Latham as the No. 7 overall pick and T'Vondre Sweat at No. 38 in earlier drafts. Players like Jarvis Brownlee Jr., who started 14 games as a fifth-round pick, play crucial roles in the team’s attempts to find some footing for a rebound next season.
The burden of rightsizing the course now rests in part on the shoulders of head coach Brian Callahan and emerging quarterback talent Will Levis, who has been spotlighted as a key player for the Titans’ potential revival. The new strategies must address not only the on-field dynamics but also the broader cultural and organizational ethos. Strunk evoked this sentiment by asserting, “I love this team more than you can imagine. To our fans: we know this level of performance isn’t acceptable. We’re humbled by your support as we continue to work towards building the team you expect and deserve.”
As the Titans face the challenges ahead, the loyal and passionate fanbase remains a formidable driving force. The team's future, bolstered by the upcoming draft picks and any subsequent management decisions, stands at a critical juncture. The organization, under the watchful eyes of Amy Adams Strunk, must now capitalize on these new opportunities to rebuild and re-establish themselves as genuine contenders in the NFL.