Cam Ward Has Strong Words on His Plans Before Training Camp

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Gavin Groe | Last updated Jun 12, 2025 8:27 PM ET

Former Miami Hurricane and No. 1 overall draft pick, Cam Ward, 23, emerged as one of football’s most dynamic quarterbacks, defined by steady improvement and explosive statistical growth.

Over the course of a five-year collegiate career, Ward competed at Incarnate Word and Washington State before transferring to Miami for his final season, where he decisively raised his profile among the nation’s elite passers.

At Miami, Ward completed 305-of-454 pass attempts for a 67.2 percent completion rate while amassing 4,313 passing yards, 39 touchdowns and seven interceptions—a stat line that placed him amongst the best quarterbacks in college football.

Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans, coming off a dismal 3-14 campaign that left them at the bottom of the AFC South and tied for the worst record in the league, selected Ward first overall.

During the offseason, the 2025 NFL No. 1 overall draft pick made it clear that he intends to refine his skills without compromises while preparing mentally and physically for the challenges of the NFL.

In an interview amid a series of early minicamp practices, Ward was asked about his offseason plans, and he bluntly stated, “Just work out, stay in the playbook, and throw the (expletive) out the ball.”

Since joining the Tennessee Titans, Ward’s performances during minicamp have provided a glimpse into his potential as a game manager and aggressor on the field.

In his first day of mandatory minicamp drills, he completed an impressive 42-of-58 pass attempts during 7-on-7 sessions, including a stretch where he recorded 21 consecutive completions while connecting on several deep passes.

Those early numbers, complemented by his measured growth and consistent work ethic, have raised expectations for his rookie season, where he is expected to compete for the starting job alongside Tennessee's second round draft pick, Will Levis.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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