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Dive deep into the heart of Titans football with First & Tenn, the premier weekly podcast brought to you by the Nashville Post. Hosted by seasoned Titans experts John Glennon of the Nashville Post and David Boclair of the Nashville Banner, who have covered the Titans since Day 1, this show is your go-to source for everything Tennessee Titans.
Every week, John and David break down the latest news, big plays, and pivotal moments from Titans games. From analyzing game successes and slip-ups to offering exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and key figures around the team, First & Tenn delivers comprehensive coverage and insider perspectives that every Titans fan craves.
Listeners can look forward to engaging discussions, listener Q&A segments, and exciting giveaways throughout each episode. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into Titans football, First & Tenn is here to keep you informed, entertained, and connected.
Don’t miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content. Subscribe to First & Tenn on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or anywhere you get your podcasts. Tune in each week for your dose of Titans talk with John and David, and join the conversation with fellow fans!
The Tennessee Titans fell to 2-12 on the season with a 37-24 loss at San Francisco on Sunday. In that game, three different safeties went down with injuries, and early this week, all three were placed on injured reserve. That means that a secondary that was already something of a patchwork unit will have to plug in some more pieces this Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. The good news on defense remains the play of defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who is making a strong case for his first All-Pro selection. Kansas City won't have quarterback Patrick Mahomes, a perennial All-Pro who is out with an injury of his own, but his replacement has a history of playing well against the Titans. Meanwhile, Tennessee quarterback Cam Ward continues to navigate his rookie season, delivering a mix of memorable moments and frustrating missteps.
The Tennessee Titans ended their losing streak with a victory at Cleveland. The offense, defense and special teams all delivered big plays, and then everyone held on at the finish. The offensive line was surprisingly good and was effective in both the run and pass game. Running back Tony Pollard showed big-play ability that was absent through the first 12 games and delivered on the most notable performances of his career. Cam Ward was not at his best on the field and was not particularly happy about it afterward, and the latter is not necessarily a bad thing. Up next is a trip to San Francisco and a matchup with the 49ers, a team that has won much more than it has lost and should be ready mentally and physically.
The Tennessee Titans were officially eliminated from playoff contention with Sunday's 25-3 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The defeat capped a rare run of four straight home games — the Titans didn't win any of them — but was far less competitive than the other three. It also guaranteed the Titans will finish last in the AFC South for the third straight year and put them in position to achieve some new levels of futility over the remaining five games. Next up is a trip to Cleveland for a game against the Browns that could pit Titans quarterback Cam Ward, who went exactly where he expected to go in the 2025 NFL Draft, against Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who experienced an unexpected fall during the draft. Ward will need help from his offensive line, which must find a way to block Cleveland's Myles Garrett, who has a chance to set the NFL's single-season sack record.
After a 16-13 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday, the Tennessee Titans are 1-9, and there is plenty of evidence to suggest that in the nearly three decades since the franchise relocated from Houston, this is as bad as things have been. Things went from bad to worse for the Titans wide receivers against the Texans. Injuries decimated that particular position group and set the stage for decisions to be made this week, including one that could give a fan favorite the opportunity that so many have wanted him to get. On top of that, the pain of defeat finally got to one of the team's most prominent players, who said he is tired of worrying about his teammates' feelings and did not hesitate to point out mistakes that some of them made against Houston. With all of that going on, the Titans now have to figure out a way to try to beat the Seattle Seahawks, a team that has been one of the NFL's best this season.
The Tennessee Titans had their open date last week, but somehow things managed to get worse. Two other teams won, which left the Titans as the only NFL team with one win. They are not, however, the only team playing a rookie quarterback. While Cam Ward was the clear choice among nearly everyone as the top quarterback available in the 2025 draft, the numbers show that his play has not set him apart in the same way. Another veteran player told franchise officials he wanted out and was released while many rookies, other than Ward, continue to see their playing time increase. It is back to playing games this week, and the next opponent gives the Titans an opportunity to atone for one of their worst performances of the season.
The Tennessee Titans compiled a combination of things Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers that typically add up to a victory, yet they lost 27-20. They are now 1-8 as they enter the open week on their schedule, which is a time for players and coaches to reflect on what they have done and to think about what is to come. They also said goodbye to outside linebacker Dre'Mont Jones, who was traded to the Baltimore Ravens shortly before the NFL trade deadline. The Titans received a 2026 draft pick in the deal. Speaking of the draft, Tennessee is in position to get the No. 1 overall pick for the second consecutive year. Not surprisingly, there has been much more not to like than there was to like during the first half of the season.
The Tennessee Titans are now 1-7 following a 38-14 loss to the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. A day later, they traded cornerback Roger McCreary to the Los Angeles Rams in the first of what is likely to be several moves in the final week before the NFL's trade deadline. Quarterback Cam Ward's completion percentage continues to rise — which is good — but at least once in each of the last six games, he has thrown at least one pass to the other team — which is not good. Interim coach Mike McCoy continues to make decisions that don't make sense given the current state of affairs and are not likely to inspire a team that has little to play for over the rest of the year. Sunday's game is the first of a November homestand, and a homecoming for a number of Los Angeles Chargers players who used to be with the Titans.
A coaching change made little difference Sunday as the Tennessee Titans lost 31-13 to the New England Patriots. There were some positive signs early, but ultimately the Titans could not maintain their first start. Any positive feelings that were building within the fan base vanished in the closing seconds of the first half when interim coach Mike McCoy made some questionable coaching decisions, reminiscent of the man he replaced, Brian Callahan. Quarterback Cam Ward had his best statistical game to date but repeated a devastating mistake from the previous week. A veteran wide receiver decided he did not want to be here anymore and was released. Up next is a trip to Indianapolis to face the team with the NFL's best record.
The Tennessee Titans fired coach Brian Callahan on Monday, just six games into his second season. Callahan coached just 23 games, the same number as the last coach to be fired in-season, Ken Whisenhunt, and led the team to just four victories, one more than Whisenhunt. The timing of the move is notable in that it spares everyone the inevitable comparisons with former Titans coach Mike Vrabel, now the head coach of Tennessee's next opponent, the New England Patriots. Mike McCoy, who joined the team this year as a senior offensive assistant, has been named interim head coach for the rest of the season. McCoy has experience as an NFL head coach, offensive coordinator and more, but that résumé does not exactly inspire a lot of confidence for what is to come.
The Tennessee Titans got their first win of the season Sunday when they took advantage of an Arizona Cardinals' blunder and scored the final 16 points of the contest. As memorable as it was, the comeback was hardly a thing of beauty, and there is little reason that it represents a significant turning point in this team's fortunes. Still, it was an important and meaningful moment for rookie quarterback Cam Ward and a notable second-half performance by a defense anchored by Jeffery Simmons, who is undeniably one of the best linemen in the league right now.
The Tennessee Titans fell to 0-4 with a 26-0 loss at Houston on Sunday. It was one of the most lopsided shutout losses of the Titans era (1999-present) and the first time since Week 6 of the 2019 season they failed to score. Then, the coaches made a big change that carried the Titans through the next two and a half years. This shutout made their rookie quarterback mad and left many thinking coach Brian Callahan would be fired the next day. Callahan still has his job, but his team has lost 10 straight games dating back to last season. On top of that, each of this season's four defeats has been by a wider margin than the previous one.
The Tennessee Titans fell to 0-3 on the season with an all-too-familiar performance Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts. Then on Tuesday, they decided to make a few changes. Coach Brian Callahan said he is going to give up play-calling duties so he can focus on larger in-game issues, and second-year cornerback Jarvis Brownlee was traded to the New York Jets. Are those moves --- and maybe a few more in the coming weeks --- going to be enough to make a substantive difference, or is all of this just prelude to a coaching change?
The Tennessee Titans are 0-2 for the third time in four years. Franchise history suggests that is not a good thing. The offensive line continues to struggle, committing too many penalties and allowing too many sacks. One notable difference from Week 1 to Week 2 was the fact that the offense scored a touchdown – and it was not just any touchdown. Rookie quarterback Cam Ward's first career touchdown pass was inexplicable in some ways and figures to be part of his highlight reel for years to come. Cornerback L'Jarius Sneed saw a lot more playing time than he did in the opener but also had more struggles. This week, the Indianapolis Colts – one of the season's most surprising and offensively efficient teams – come to Nissan Stadium.
The Tennessee Titans did a lot of things that often lead to victory Sunday in Denver. Yet they still lost. Four takeaways, a big play on special teams, stout defense and more were not enough to overcome a whole lot of penalties, three dropped passes and at least one questionable move by coach Brian Callahan. The result was a 20-12 loss that offered some reason for optimism --- of you're a glass-half-full type --- but generally set a disappointing tone for what is to come for the rest of the 2025 NFL season. It also put Callahan squarely on the hot seat just one game into the schedule.
The start of the 2025 NFL season is here, and for the Tennessee Titans, it is time to kick off the Cam Ward era. The rookie quarterback and the rest of the team face a tall challenge when they travel to Denver for a Week 1 matchup with the Broncos, a team that returns many meaningful contributors and carries as much momentum into this season as any team. Based on the injury report, the challenge could be heightened because it is possible that one of the Titans' key offseason acquisitions might not be available. And in case anyone needed more evidence of what a tall task this opener is, the oddsmakers have made the Titans one of the two biggest underdogs for the NFL's opening weekend.
The Tennessee Titans made their roster cuts this week to get to the NFL's regular-season limit of 53 players. Then they promptly used their position as the first team in the league's waiver order to make a handful of roster adjustments a day later, with a clear focus on one unit. Additionally, they named team captains, and the seven-person group includes one newcomer, one rookie and a couple of familiar names, but it also excludes one position group. All of this sets the stage for the start of the regular season, which will come in just over a week.
After two preseason games on the road, the Tennessee Titans will close out their preparation with a home game against the Minnesota Vikings on Friday. The practice week leading up to that game included the return of cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, who had not played or practiced since last October, and a brief -- but much-discussed -- shoving match between defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and rookie quarterback Cam Ward. Speaking of Ward, his relatively brief appearances in the first two preseason contests have not been particularly revelatory or memorable, but there have been indications that he is different (read: better) than the other young quarterbacks this franchise has tried in recent years.
The Tennessee Titans headed south this week for two days of joint workouts with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers followed by the preseason opener for both teams on Saturday. Before that, though, they brought back a player who knows a little something about the defense as well as the most notable member of this year's rookie class. Also, coach Brian Callahan made it clear that things will be different this year when he said that starters will play in all three preseason contests and when -- following a poor practice performance by the offense -- he unleashed a degree of fury on that unit.
The first full week of training camp, which included some practices in pads, was a mixed bag for some recent Tennessee Titans' first-round picks. Wide receiver Treylon Burks (2022) was released after he sustained another injury, this one a fractured shoulder. Quarterback Cam Ward (2025) had a tough time with five interceptions over three days, including three in a single day. On the flip side, guard Peter Skoronski (2023) and tackle JC Latham (2024) were dominant at times (Latham in particular) against the defensive line and created optimism that the offensive line might actually be much better than it was a year ago.
The Tennessee Titans did not have one of their quarterbacks when they opened training camp this week -- and they won't have him at any other point this season either. Will Levis was placed on injured reserve and will miss the entire 2025 season after he opted to have shoulder surgery. The decision takes away a little preseason drama and raises questions about the timing. ... Cam Ward did take part in the first training camp workout of his NFL career, and he called the offense's performance "mid." There are worse things for a rookie quarterback than an uneventful day. ... Cornerback L'Jarius Sneed is one of two veterans on the Physically Unable to Perform list. The reason he is there is somewhat unexpected and adds to the feeling that he will never be fully healthy for the Titans. ... Edge rusher Lorenzo Carter informed the team that he planned to retire rather than report for camp. The seven-year veteran never has had more than five sacks in a season and did not have one last season for Atlanta, yet his loss made waves among the fan base, which says something about the current state of the defense.
Dive deep into the heart of Titans football with First & Tenn, the premier weekly podcast brought to you by the Nashville Post. Hosted by seasoned Titans experts John Glennon of the Nashville Post and David Boclair of the Nashville Banner, who have covered the Titans since Day 1, this show is your go-to source for everything Tennessee Titans.
Every week, John and David break down the latest news, big plays, and pivotal moments from Titans games. From analyzing game successes and slip-ups to offering exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and key figures around the team, First & Tenn delivers comprehensive coverage and insider perspectives that every Titans fan craves.
Listeners can look forward to engaging discussions, listener Q&A segments, and exciting giveaways throughout each episode. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into Titans football, First & Tenn is here to keep you informed, entertained, and connected.
Don’t miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content. Subscribe to First & Tenn on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or anywhere you get your podcasts. Tune in each week for your dose of Titans talk with John and David, and join the conversation with fellow fans!
