After getting off to a dreadful start to the 2025 NFL season, the Tennessee Titans chose to move on from head coach Brian Callahan. We figured that means it’s as good a time as any to update our four-round mock draft for the Titans. The 2026 NFL draft will be pivotal for this team with a new head coach in place and their young quarterback Cam Ward heading into year two.
The Titans have plenty of roster needs and it would be easy to just focus this mock on putting pieces in place around Ward on offense. However, the Titans are set to have over $120 million in cap space in 2026 so we look for them to build around Ward on offense with top-tier veterans to accelerate his development and so we focused the early part of this draft on defense.
First round – EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. – Miami
The Titans have struggled a great deal to rush the passer and defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons needs help. Bain is an elite edge defender with the burst to get to the quarterback and the strength to set the edge against the run.
Second round – CB Colton Hood – Tennessee
Titans’ fans will know Colton Hood and what he brings as a lockdown cover cornerback with NFL-caliber size and athleticism.
Third round – WR Eliajh Sarratt – Indiana
We look to Sarratt here but doubt he lasts this long once the draft gets here. He’s a complete receiver with a diverse route tree, excellent hands and above-average strength and athleticism.
Fourth round – OL Jude Bowry – Boston College
Solid developmental offensive lineman with four-position potential and plenty of experience.