Tennessee
Titans Leave Questions for First Overall Pick
As the Tennessee Titans have continued to unravel their free agency moves, many around the league have begun to put the pieces together to outline the team’s plans for their highly-anticipated number-one pick.
As the Titans have remained diligent in preparing their offensive line with two new starters in Dan Moore Jr. and Kevin Zeitler, while also not making any major moves to their quarterback room, it’s begun to lead to the belief that Tennessee will inevitably target a signal caller with their top selection on the board come late April.
Yet, a few faces around the league still don’t see the Titans’ plans to be completely finalized at number-one.
According to ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller, despite considerable chatter around the Titans and potential plans to draft a quarterback atop the board, he still sees a world where Tennessee goes in another direction.
“After Tennesse designed free agent Dan Moore Jr. to play left tackle, folks on social media proclaimed the Titans were drafting Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the No. 1 overall pick,” Miller wrote. “Signing Moore shouldn’t be the move that cements that. In fact, it’s still unclear how Tennessee is leaning at No. 1… There is the option of Levis returning as the starter with an improved offensive line. Drafting a quarterback isn’t a lock, even if it remains a big need.”
The hype around Ward has seemingly only grown since the season’s wrapped up, but that doesn’t mean Tennessee is locked in at upgrading their quarterback room at one.
Other appealing blue-chip prospects will also be up for grabs, and with two names like Abdul Carter and Travis Hunter also filling positions of need, in the eyes of Miller, that could further add to the appeal of the chances Tennessee goes with a non-quarterback.
“We can’t forget that the Titans also released Harold Landry III, their top pass rusher from last season, and haven’t yet replaced him,” Miller continued. “All options are on the table for Tennessee. The team’s clear-cut needs at quarterback, wide receiver, defensive end and cornerback would make drafting Ward, Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter or Colorado wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter viable possibilities. And that’s not factoring a potential trade, if the Titans find a team willing to make a strong deal. There wasn’t one clear move that tipped what Tennessee will do.”
Tons of time still remains between now and decision-making time for the Titans, and a few remaining components of the pre-draft process still remain with events like interviews, workouts, and pro day performances for the top guys on the board.
Ward may be the early favorite, but if another top guy does enough to boost his stock with the Titans brass, or another team offers a package that can’t be passed on, don’t be shocked to see the front office opt to go with another option as opposed to the Miami product.
The 2025 NFL Draft will officially kick off on Thursday, April, 24th in Green Bay, WI.
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Tennessee
Nonprofit rescues 11 ‘emaciated and suffering’ animals from Tennessee property ahead of dangerous cold snap
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Animal Rescue Corps (ARC) is asking for donations after rescuing 11 animals Friday.
ARC said it was contacted by law enforcement in an unidentified rural Tennessee area to rescue five dogs and six cats in what the nonprofit is calling “Operation Cold Snap.”
In the rescue, the nonprofit took in two emaciated Great Danes, three Pit Bulls and six cats. ARC said some of the animals are emaciated and suffering from untreated bite wounds and infections.
The nonprofit said the animals were kept without heat or regular care.
ARC shared a video of the rescue. In it, you can see the property s in disarray with trash littering the floor and overturned furniture.
This rescue comes just days before Middle Tennessee is expected to see its coldest temperatures of the season.
Now, ARC is asking for donations to help the 11 animals rescued Operation Cold Snap. Those interested in donating can do so on the nonprofit’s website.
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Tennessee
Alex Golesh hires former Tennessee analyst as Auburn’s coordinator
Alex Golesh was introduced as Auburn’s head coach on Dec. 1. He served as Tennessee’s offensive coordinator and tight ends coach from 2021-22.
Golesh announced the hiring of Jacob Bronowski as Auburn’s special teams coordinator. He served as the Vols’ special teams analyst in 2021 under head coach Josh Heupel. Bronowski was also under Heupel at UCF in 2020 as special teams quality control.
“His track record is outstanding,” Golesh said of Bronowski. “He developed multiple national award contenders, including a Lou Groza Award winner, and has led some of the top special teams units in the country.
“I saw up close when we worked together before that coach Bronowski understands that special teams can be a championship difference-maker, and he’s proven he can develop elite specialists. He brings exactly the attention to detail and relentless work ethic we need in our program.”
Auburn will play at Tennessee on Oct. 3, 2026.
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Tennessee football’s 2026 schedule complete with opponents, dates
Tennessee football will host Lane Kiffin, Alex Golesh and possibly Arch Manning at Neyland Stadium in the 2026 season.
UT’s opponents for the next four seasons were previously announced. On Dec. 11, the SEC released the dates of every conference game, providing the full picture of the 2026 schedule.
Game times and television designations will be announced later.
Texas will make its first trip ever to Tennessee on Sept. 26. Manning, the Longhorns quarterback, is expected to return for the 2026 season rather than enter the NFL draft. If so, he’ll face the Vols on the home turf of his uncle, legendary quarterback Peyton Manning.
Golesh, the former UT offensive coordinator, is Auburn’s new coach. He will return to Knoxville for an Oct. 3 game.
Alabama will play at Tennessee on Oct. 17, continuing their Third Saturday in October rivalry game.
Kiffin, the polarizing former UT coach, is now coaching LSU after bolting Ole Miss after the regular season ended. He will return to Knoxville for a Nov. 21 game. Three of the five SEC teams visiting Neyland Stadium will have a first-year coach, including Kentucky’s Will Stein on Nov. 7.
Tennessee will play Alabama, Kentucky and Vanderbilt as annual SEC opponents in the league’s new nine-game conference schedule. Its other six opponents will rotate each season. That means each school will play every SEC opponent home and away every four years.
Tennessee will have one open week on Oct. 31 and thus won’t play on Halloween.
Here is Tennessee’s week-to-week schedule for the 2026 season.
Tennessee football 2026 schedule
- Sept. 5: Furman
- Sept. 12: At Georgia Tech
- Sept. 19: Kennesaw State
- Sept. 26: Texas*
- Oct. 3: Auburn*
- Oct. 10: At Arkansas*
- Oct. 17: Alabama*
- Oct. 24: At South Carolina*
- Oct. 31: Open
- Nov. 7: Kentucky*
- Nov. 14: At Texas A&M*
- Nov. 21: LSU*
- Nov. 28: At Vanderbilt*
*SEC game
Adam Sparks is the Tennessee football beat reporter. Email adam.sparks@knoxnews.com. X, formerly known as Twitter@AdamSparks. Support strong local journalism by subscribing at knoxnews.com/subscribe.
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