Tennessee Titans: Bringing back Ben Jones eliminates one first-round option
The Tennessee Titans are in agreement with center Ben Jones to bring him back on a 2-year deal worth $14 million. Discussions have been swirling about the possibility of the Titans selecting an interior offensive lineman in this year's NFL Draft. That does not seem nearly as likely after Jones' return. A couple of players […]
The Tennessee Titans are in agreement with center Ben Jones to bring him back on a 2-year deal worth $14 million. Discussions have been swirling about the possibility of the Titans selecting an interior offensive lineman in this year's NFL Draft. That does not seem nearly as likely after Jones' return. A couple of players were being mocked to the Titans in mock drafts previously that may not be the top option for Tennessee anymore. That would include Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum and Texas A&M interior offensive lineman Kenyon Green.
Where could the Titans go instead?
Wide receiver is certainly still on the table in the first round. That could change if the Titans land a solid WR3 in free agency, though. Considering what some of the better options on the market have gotten so far, that is easier said than done.
What about linebacker? It makes plenty of sense considering the lack of depth they have at LB. David Long Jr. has made strides over the past couple of seasons, but they need more options. Not to mention, both Jayon Brown and Rashaan Evans are free agents. Look for Georgia LB Nakobe Dean and Utah LB Devin Lloyd to be options for Tennessee if they are still available.
Offensive guard could still be on the table, too. Rodger Saffold left in free agency already, so they could look for his replacement in the first round. Dillon Radunz is a candidate to take that spot over, though.
The Titans could also look for a cornerback at their first-round selection. The draft class at CB is extremely talented, so grabbing a player like Washington CB Trent McDuffie or Florida CB Kair Elam would make plenty of sense for Tennessee. An addition in the first to accompany young stud CB Kristian Fulton would bolster an already-talented and improving secondary.
Only time will tell, and we may not know Tennessee's direction until they are literally on the clock in late April. A lot of dominoes are left to fall in free agency, and the draft can always be unpredictable. Regardless, drafting a center in the first round does not seem like an option anymore for the Titans in 2022.
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