Tennessee Titans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jeffery Simmons Contract Extension Makes Him the NFL’s Highest-Paid Defensive Tackle

The Tennessee Titans just reset the market for interior defenders, and they did it for a player who has earned every dollar. The new Jeffery Simmons contract extension, a three-year deal worth $105.8 million with a staggering $100 million guaranteed, officially makes the All-Pro the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

‘There is no runway’ — Robert Saleh sends firm message to Tennessee Titans players about training camp preparation

The Titans finished up Mandatory Minicamp and have the next six weeks off. What do they have to do between now and Training Camp? According to Robert Saleh, quite a bit.

Carnell Tate News / A to Z Sports / June 21

‘Deeply not normal’ — surprising history proves Carnell Tate’s instant hype only has one recent comparison, and the Titans connection is unmistakable

Carnell Tate has done nothing but impress since coming to Tennessee. But research shows that this level of hype for a top draft pick already is nearly unprecedented… with the only comparison landing shockingly close to home.

Kenny Moore News / Tennessee Titans on SI / June 21

ESPN Analyst Suggests Titans Sign Kenny Moore II: Does it Make Sense?

Kenny Moore II has been one of the most reliable defensive secondary players in the NFL for nearly a decade — and right now, he doesn't have a team. ESPN's Aaron Schatz floated his name in a recent piece breaking down one final free agent move every NFL team should make, and his suggestion for the Titans is hard to argue with.

Bo Nix News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

How many of the QB's with the most game-winning drives in one season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL completion-leaders by season' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Passing-TD record by NFL team' quiz

Robert Saleh News / A to Z Sports / June 21

Robert Saleh drops new wrinkle about Titans plan that could change need to add more talent in free agency

The Tennessee Titans have a roster hole… or do they? Things look different after head coach Robert Saleh’s comment post minicamp. Head coach Robert Saleh said something in an interview with the voice of the Tennessee Titans, Taylor Zarzour, that truly made me raise my eyebrows.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Tennessee Titans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 21

2 underrated Titans sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season

Head coach Robert Saleh has made one aspect of his defensive philosophy clear during his time in Tennessee: the Titans need fresh legs up front during critical moments, such as third downs and two-minute situations.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / June 21

4 Titans Who Mike Borgonzi Must Consider Extending Next After Jeffery Simmons

The Tennessee Titans and general manager Mike Borgonzi made sure to get an important deal before the 2026 season. The team successfully locked up star Jeffery Simmons for the next several seasons, ensuring the franchise legend will remain a Titan.

Cameron Ward News / Tennessee Titans on SI / June 21

The Titans' Biggest Question Mark is Obvious- And it's Not Cam Ward

When you survey the Tennessee Titans heading into 2026, the question marks are everywhere. An entirely new coaching staff. A second-year quarterback. One of the youngest rosters in the league.

Tennessee Titans News / A to Z Sports / June 21

Under the radar Titans players you must know before they become big topics in Training Camp before 2026 roster cutdown

Based on offseason practice, here are four Titans players you need to have on your radar before Training Camp rolls around. Tennessee Titans mandatory minicamp is in the books, and training camp is the next stop on the 2026 calendar.

Cameron Ward News / A to Z Sports / June 20

Cam Ward Tape vs. Analytics: Why the Titans rookie season points to cautious optimism for his future despite dismal numbers

A final word on Titans QB Cam Ward heading into his second season: Why there’s reasons for optimism despite the numbers, where he can be elite, and where he must stabilize in 2026.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / June 20

Why Wan'Dale Robinson Can Be Tennessee's Top Offensive Weapon

Tennessee will feature some of the best playmakers the franchise has had in years. Between a revamped receiving corps and returning production in the backfield, several players will be in the mix to lead the Titans in scrimmage yards in 2026.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Tennessee Titans News / A to Z Sports / June 20

It’s officially time to bury one anti-Titans narrative after Tennessee breaks the NFL market with Jeffery Simmons contract

The Tennessee Titans have caught heat for being one of the NFL’s biggest losers in the last few years, but there’s one criticism we have to put to bed.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Tennessee Titans News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Jeffery Simmons is now the Highest-Paid Defensive Tackle Ever — and He Deserves to Be

When you're going through a major rebuild as an organization, it's pretty beneficial to keep the best people you do have on board. On Friday, the Tennessee

Tennessee Titans News / Field Level Media / June 19

Titans make Jeffery Simmons highest-paid DT in NFL history

The Tennessee Titans agreed to a rich contract extension with star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons on Friday. The Titans did not reveal financial terms, but multiple reports have Simmons receiving a three-year extension worth $105.8 million -- with $100 million guaranteed -- through the 2030 season.

Tennessee Titans News / Yardbarker / June 19

Titans reward All-Pro with record-setting contract extension

Titans reward All-Pro Jeffery Simmons with record-setting contract extension

The Tennessee Titans have made star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons a focal point of their rebuild and resisted all potential offers to trade him, even as they sunk down toward the bottom of the NFL standings.

Rams star makes bold claim about defense amid Aaron Donald rumors

Raiders insider gives big Maxx Crosby update amid 'exhausting' trade rumors

Jadeveon Clowney would be a 'fantastic fit' for this Super Bowl contender

Update shares how Dolphins view Malik Willis after worrisome report

Drew Brees shares if he could follow in Philip Rivers' footsteps, return to NFL

Tennessee Titans News / HITC / June 19

Robert Saleh praises Cam Ward’s mentality, but can he perform when it matters?

Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh has offered one of his clearest endorsements yet of second-year quarterback Cam Ward. It wasn’t an elaborate statement.