The Tennessee Titans are in the final stages of training camp, and so far, the moves general manager Mike Borgonzi made during his first offseason at the helm of the franchise appear to have the team trending in a positive direction.

Borgonzi not only infused talent into the Titans’ roster but also spearheaded a cultural shift throughout the organization.

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Of course, this is only the preseason, and the true results won’t be known until the regular season begins, but optimism is building around Nashville. While this is a positive step forward for a team that finished with the worst record in the NFL after the 2024 season, there is still much to be done in retooling the roster.

Tennessee might have a solid core in place, but they could still use some young talent at many spots on their roster, and Borgonzi has made it clear that they intend to build the team through the draft. Perhaps this is why ESPN’s Field Yates believes they will take an impact defender early in his 2026 NFL mock draft.

5. Tennessee Titans (via mock trade with NO)

Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State

It’s not often a safety generates top-five consideration, which is a testament to Downs’ skill set. He is a no-weakness prospect who brings a physical and imposing demeanor when playing in the box and defending the run. But Downs also boasts excellent range, ball skills (two INTs and seven pass breakups in 2024), and vision as a middle-of-the-field pass defender. He has the ability to entirely reshape a secondary from the moment he steps on the field. Tennessee is looking for cornerstone players, and its defense ranked 30th in points allowed per game last season (27.1). Downs would instantly alter the outlook.

This is an interesting selection for the Titans. While Downs is one of the most impressive players in the class, safety is currently one of the deepest positions on Tennessee’s roster, and they have other, more glaring needs that they must address.

There is no doubt Williams would make an impact and could possibly pair with Kevin Winston Jr. to form a tremendous tandem for the long haul, but with questions at cornerback, edge, and wide receiver, this pick seems based purely on talent projection more than need.

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This article originally appeared on Titans Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Titans land ‘no-weakness prospect’ in Field Yates mock