The OTP | Cam Ward on His Journey, Leadership & Building the Titans’ Future
In a special holiday edition of The OTP, Amie Wells and Taylor Zarzour sit down with Titans quarterback Cam Ward for an in-depth conversation about his football journey, growth as a rookie, and what it means to lead a young team in the NFL. Ward reflects on his path from Texas high school football to Incarnate Word, Washington State, Miami, and the pros, discusses preparation, trash talk, mentorship from Peyton Manning, and making an impact in the Nashville community.
00:00 – 00:50 — Holiday Introduction & Setting the Stage for a Special Interview
00:50 – 01:34 — Introducing Cam Ward & Recapping His Breakout Performance
01:34 – 02:09 — Best Game Yet: Preparation, Confidence & Rookie Growth
02:09 – 03:10 — Falling in Love with Football & Basketball Roots
03:10 – 03:54 — Sports Family Background & Competitive Upbringing
03:54 – 04:24 — When Ward Knew Football Could Be Something Special
04:24 – 05:11 — Incarnate Word Opportunity & Being the Only Scholarship Offer
05:11 – 06:06 — Transitioning Levels: FCS to FBS to the NFL
06:06 – 06:49 — Life in Pullman: Washington State Adjustment & Growth
06:49 – 07:29 — Lessons Learned During His Rookie NFL Season
07:29 – 08:06 — Locker Room Culture, Losing, and Wanting More
08:06 – 08:44 — Loving Feedback, Coaching Trust & Accountability
08:44 – 09:31 — Reaching Out to Peyton Manning for Guidance
09:31 – 10:13 — Preparation Habits, Early Arrivals & Taking Every Rep
10:13 – 11:48 — Taking Every Snap: Durability, Protection & Trust in the O-Line
11:48 – 12:31 — Biggest Throws, Favorite Moments & Louisville Memory
12:31 – 13:11 — Trash Talk Origins & Competitive Edge
13:11 – 14:07 — Life in Nashville & Adjusting to the City
14:07 – 15:40 — Community Impact: Preston Taylor Ministries & Giving Back
15:40 – 16:19 — Life Beyond Football: Family, Fishing & Balance
16:19 – 16:49 — Never Putting the Ball Down: Offseason Mindset
16:49 – 17:14 — Farewell to Cam Ward & Christmas Message
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13 comments
Nice interview.
Cam Ward need to have Warren Moon on speed now! He needs to call moon like Kobe Bryant called MJ! The man let you wear his jersey number. Please pick his brain! Because he’s one of the most prolific pass throwers you will ever be in contact with!
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I like that Cam plays things close to the vest. He's probably calling anyone he thinks can help.
"THAT'S MY QUARTERBACK!"
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My dawg need a break go crazy these last games and rest up next season going to be crazy let’s gooooo TITANUP
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Is cam in his socks? 🧦 Lmfao
Titan up!
Show cam some love and Titanup
Wow. Halfway into the interview, talking about him being the only quarterback in the league that's taken every snap. Hard worker right here.
Guy asking questions need to relax and talk and ask questions more relaxed and chill like. He’s asking stuff all weird and animated. Anyone else think the same or is it just me lol.
I am so thankful he's our quarterback. The franchise is in great hands at the most important player position at least.