The Tennessee Titans wide receivers were a hot topic all offseason leading up to the team signing DeAndre Hopkins in free agency.

Now with training camp underway, we've had the chance to see every Titans receiver in action and get an idea of how the depth chart is currently shaking out. UDFA wide receiver Jacob Copeland was the first casualty at the position, being released by the Titans on Wednesday.

I expect Tennessee to keep five, maybe six receivers on the initial 53-man roster, but even then there will be six or seven players fighting for just a couple spots. Here's how I currently see the Titans' wide receiver battle.

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The Locks

DeAndre Hopkins: Tennessee's addition of Hopkins to the receiving corps was exactly what the Titans needed. Hopkins has been working hard at developing his chemistry with starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill, and the connection between the two has been strong to open training camp.

Treylon Burks: In a season that is headlined by Hopkins, it might be a breakout season from Burks that puts the Titans' offense over the top. Titans players and coaches have said that Burks "looks like a completely different player" heading into year two, and it should surprise nobody if the 23-year-old reaches well over 1,000 receiving yards this fall. 

Kyle Philips: Injuries derailed Philips' rookie season after what looked to be a promising start to his NFL career last year. After training and getting healthy this offseason, I still think Philips is the WR3 in this offense for 2023. The most targeted wide receivers for the Titans are going to be the ones Ryan Tannehill trusts the most and his chemistry with Philips is well-documented. 

Chris Moore: Tennessee's lone free agent addition to the wide receiver room, I think Chris Moore is a lock to make this roster. Moore had the most productive season of his career for the Houston Texans last year (48 catches, 548 yards) and his veteran experience alone should give him a leg up over the competition.

The Bubble

Nick Westbrook-Ikhine: While this stance may not be shared by every Titans fan or analyst, I think Westbrook-Ikhine is a virtual lock to make Tennessee's 53-man roster. NWI is probably the best blocking wide receiver on the team and he has more experience in the Titans' offense than anyone. Having NWI as your WR2 would have been a problem, but he belongs on the 53-man roster so long as he's further down the depth chart.

Colton Dowell: It's entirely likely the Titans only keep five wide receivers (the five listed above) to open the season, but if Tennessee was to consider adding a sixth to the roster, it'd probably be for Dowell. As preseason games unfold, the biggest questions will be if Dowell can provide value on special teams and if the Titans believe they can get their 2023 seventh-round pick onto the practice squad without him being poached. 

Tre'Shaun Harrison: While still a longshot to make the team, Harrison has played his way onto the bubble with an eye-opening first week of training camp. Of all the UDFA wide receivers, I have been most impressed with Harrison's impact in live team periods. The former Oregon State Beaver has also been getting work at punt returner. At the very least, I expect Harrison to stick around on the Titans' practice squad while he develops.

The Others

Racey McMath: McMath has the ability to climb the ranks if he can set himself apart as a gunner on special teams. With Hopkins now in the mix and Burks likely being used as a more of a deep threat, the Titans no longer need a receiver who can take the top off of a defense. The former LSU Tiger has the speed and size to be an impactful special teamer, but can he tackle?

Mason Kinsey: Kinsey is fighting an uphill battle. His work ethic and practice habits are tremendous, but Kyle Philips simply gives Tennessee a better option in the slot. Kinsey is a candidate to once again land on the Titans' practice squad as an emergency punt returner if needed.

Reggie Roberson Jr.: Frankly, I had Roberson written off as recently as a few weeks ago. But after watching him catch multiple deep balls and touchdowns early in training camp, I'm not ready to close the door just yet. Like any other receiver trying to get a sixth and final spot on the team, it's going to come down to his special teams impact. It's worth noting that Roberson returned some punts and kicks in college at SMU, but he's still on the outside looking in on the Titans' roster in my eyes.

Kearis Jackson: Jackson has shown occasional flashes in practice, but I have a hard time seeing where there is room for him to crack the Titans' roster. Harrison and Roberson have both been making more plays as a receiver, and Kinsey is more experienced as a slot receiver and punt returner.

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