Jan 4, 2026; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward (1) throws a pass against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Titans QB Cam Ward Talks Injury After Season Finale

Originally posted on Tennessee Titans on SI
By Jeremy Brener | Last updated Jan 7, 2026 5:00 PM ET

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward is recovering from the shoulder injury he suffered in Week 18 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

With the offseason now in front of the Titans, Ward has ample time to recover from his injury, which may still require surgery.

"I don't know that for sure," Ward said via team reporter Jim Wyatt. "If that's the case we're going to do what I need to do, but I don't think that's the case right now.

"They're going to get it right, continue to walk me through the process to what I need to do to get better, and get back on the field. (I need to) really just heal, talk to the trainers, probably have some rehabbing, and then just continue to try and get stronger on my shoulder and try and get ready for next year."

Ward Dealing With Shoulder Injury After Week 18

With Ward's injury, he can take his time with healing. That should help him get ready to be fully healthy for training camp and the upcoming season.

"How long? There hasn't been a time limit yet, but it's a good thing it's the offseason," Ward said via Wyatt. "I've got a couple of months."

Someone he can learn from when it comes to shoulder injuries and the recovery process is Will Levis, who has been on injured reserve all year long recovering from his respective shoulder injury that he suffered back in the 2024 season. Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi says that Levis is in the cards to be part of the team in the 2026 season.

"I talked with Will just yesterday, and I've stayed in communication with him during his rehab. He is looking forward to getting back in here with the team," Borgonzi said via Wyatt.

There is a good chance Levis will be the backup quarterback for Ward in 2026, and the two young quarterbacks can bounce off of each other in hopes of getting the Titans off the ground after consecutive three-win campaigns. Despite the consistent losing, Ward built a lot of confidence in his rookie year and is excited to see how things turn out in the future.

"I know I am going to have success," Ward said via Wyatt. "(Right now it's about) getting healthy on my shoulder, and doing all the little things I need to do to become a better player next year."

This article first appeared on Tennessee Titans on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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