NFL Draft primer: Titans must address offensive line as build around Will Levis begins

2023 record: 6-11, missed playoffs

Draft picks per round

1st round: No. 7
2nd round: No. 38
4th round: No. 106
5th round: No. 146 (from Vikings)
6th round: No. 182
7th round: No. 227
7th round: No. 242 (from Eagles)
7th round: No. 252 (from Chiefs)

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Top needs

Offensive tackle
Defensive end
Cornerback

The transition from Derrick Henry is official with Tony Pollard signed to join Tyjae Spears in the backfield. The Titans also addressed glaring needs with the high-profile additions of wide receiver Calvin Ridley and cornerback L’Jarius Sneed in addition to cornerback Chidobe Awuzie. While they can still use depth at cornerback and receiver, big holes remain on the roster, most notably at left tackle and defensive end.

For some reason, the Titans retained left tackle Andre Dillard after he allowed 12 sacks last season. Do they think he’s the answer to protect second-year quarterback Will Levis’ blindside? Passing up a premium tackle if one’s available at No. 7 would amount to malpractice.

If they don’t get a lineman at the top of the draft, look for the Titans to upgrade at pass rusher. The Titans watched Denico Autry and his 11.5 sacks leave for the rival Houston Texans and need help for their remaining top pass rusher Harold Landry III.

Best first-round fits

Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame
Dallas Turner, EDGE, Alabama

Best Day 2 fits

Chris Braswell, EDGE, Alabama
Adonai Mitchell, WR, Texas
Jordan Morgan, OT, Arizona
Adisa Isaac, EDGE, Penn State
Ennis Rakestraw Jr., CB, Missouri
Kamari Lassiter, CB, Georgia
Jermaine Burton, WR, Alabama

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How they did last draft

The Titans earned an A and landed a foundational interior lineman in the first round in Peter Skoronski, who appears to have the left guard spot locked up for years to come. They rolled the dice in the second round on Levis, whom they hope to find out is their franchise quarterback. This upcoming season will go a long way in determining whether or not he…

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Publish date : 2024-04-11 17:49:30

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