Feb. 9, 2026, 12:32 p.m. ET

The NFL offseason has officially arrived following the conclusion of Super Bowl LX, which saw three former members of the Tennessee Titans, including linebacker Ernest Jones, earn a Super Bowl ring. 

Now it’s time to start looking ahead toward free agency, which will have a significant impact on what the Titans do in the draft. But before we get there, it’s time for the first Titans Wire mock draft. 

We used the Pro Football Focus mock draft simulator for this exercise and left all settings on default. We had no trades; we controlled only the Titans, and we projected a full seven rounds.

Here’s how things played out:

Round 1, Pick 4: David Bailey, Edge, Texas Tech

Entering the draft, I had two players in mind, Bailey and Reuben Bain, for this pick, and I hoped that one would be there. I jumped at the chance to land Bailey after the Arizona Cardinals took Bain with a pick earlier. Even if the Titans add to their edge unit in free agency, a young and explosive edge to mix with Jeffery Simmons in Robert Saleh’s defense is a must. 

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Lance Zierlein scouting report:

Bailey is extremely hard for linemen to stay in front of. He moves like a slashing two guard, blending explosiveness and fluidity to slip, bend, and flow around blocks from multiple angles. His leverage and lower-body flexion create game-over scenarios once he reaches pocket depth with even a minor lead. He can be stalled when a blocker latches his hands in deep, but Bailey’s elusiveness and suddenness make clean clamps a relative rarity. He’s instinctive with natural mid-rush counters, but he must continue developing hand usage and crafting rush plans for when protection shifts his way. Teams can run at Bailey due to his lack of anchor and take-on presence, but his work-around quickness will also lead to tackles for loss. His draft grade is slightly tempered by a lack of desired size/length, but the explosiveness and athletic talent are truly elite. His sack production should carry over to the NFL as an odd-front rush linebacker with Pro Bowl upside.

Round 2, Pick 35: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina

Much like the case with selecting an edge in the first round, even if the Titans add a dynamic cornerback or two in free agency, they will still need to add some young playmakers in the secondary. Cisse may need some refinement in zone coverage, but his coverage skills are too good to pass up at this spot. 

NFL Draft Buzz scouting report:

When you watch his tape, you quickly notice first-round talent, especially when you watch Cisse operate in man coverage situations. He’s got that rare combination of length, speed, and hip fluidity that translates immediately to Sundays, where receivers are faster, and route trees are more complex. His ability to mirror releases and close on throws at the catch point gives him a legitimate foundation to build on, and the physical tools are absolutely there for him to develop into a lockdown boundary corner who can erase half the field. The explosiveness he shows, triggering downhill on screens and perimeter runs, adds value as a force player in the run game, even if his tackling technique needs serious refinement. Defensive coordinators will love his willingness to press and jam at the line, knowing he’s got the recovery wheels to make up for occasional lapses in technique.

Round 3, Pick 66: Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana

With two of the biggest pre-draft needs addressed earlier in the draft, it is time to turn to the offense and add a playmaker for Cam Ward. Sarratt may not be the most athletically gifted in this class, but he makes plays and was a clutch receiver whenever a play was needed. Tennessee will likely make some offseason additions in free agency, but that likely won’t prevent them from grabbing a playmaker in the draft. 

NFL Draft Buzz scouting report: 

When you watch Sarratt work, you see a receiver who understands exactly what he is and maximizes every tool in his arsenal. He is never going to be the guy who takes a slant 70 yards to the house or runs past coverage down the boundary. What he will do is catch everything thrown his way, find the soft spot in zone coverage on third-and-7, and come down with contested balls in the red zone when the quarterback needs a bailout option. That last part matters more than people realize. Forty-four career receiving touchdowns, leading all active FBS receivers, tells you he knows how to finish drives. His 15 scores in 2025 alone, despite missing two games, show a player who becomes even more dangerous inside the 20.

Round 4, Pick 101: Malachi Fields, WR, Notre Dame

Completely surprised that Fields was still available at this spot after an impressive Senior Bowl week, and even after landing Sarratt in Round 3, Fields’ upside and potential were too good to pass up. The Titans need to add some weapons for Cam Ward, and Fields would add a different type of receiver to the roster. This might be considered a luxury pick after free agency, but in this simulation, value wins out. 

NFL Draft Buzz scouting report: 

The big-bodied boundary target brings intriguing potential to the NFL level, though questions remain about his overall ceiling. In the intermediate area, Fields wins with physicality and body positioning rather than explosive separation, displaying an advanced understanding of leveraging his size advantage. While his contested catch ability stands out on tape, particularly in tight windows and red zone situations, his average acceleration and top-end speed will limit his effectiveness against NFL corners who can match his physicality.

Round 5, Pick 140: Jager Burton, C, Kentucky

The Titans finally turn their attention to the interior of their offensive line with Burton, an athletic center. With Kevin Zeitler and Corey Levin both unrestricted free agents, Tennessee will need to add some depth, with only Jackson Slater coming back along the interior, and Lloyd Cushenberry coming off an uneven season. 

Draft Network scouting report:

Burton is not a traditional interior lineman. His best abilities shine when he can play in space and showcase his athletic profile. He excels at moving from point A to point B efficiently and has proven to be effective as a second-level blocker and as a lead-pulling guard on power/gap schemes. Burton takes good angles in the run game, hits his landmarks, and works to engage with his hands. In double teams, he maintains a low position and drives through the sternum of his defenders. His ability to generate force through defenders on double teams is when he is most effective in moving opponents off the line.

Round 5, Pick 142: Ar’maj Reed-Adams, G, Texas A&M

The Titans turn back to the interior of the offensive line with this pick and select a mauling guard in Reed-Adams. While he is still a work in progress, there is upside, and he has shown growth throughout his college career. 

NFL Draft Buzz scouting report: 

Reed-Adams enters the NFL as a powerful run-blocker whose heavy hands and drive strength immediately translate to the pro game. While his movement skills flash impressively for a 330-pounder, his technique falters when asked to make quick adjustments in space against smaller, more athletic defenders. The growth in his pass-protection skills over two seasons at Texas A&M demonstrates his coachability, yet teams must weigh this development against persistent issues with hand placement and conditioning that could limit his effectiveness in pass-heavy offenses. 

Round 6, Pick 183: Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia

With Chig Okonkwo an unrestricted free agent, the Titans may look to add an explosive developmental tight end prospect at some point during the draft, and Delp fits that mold. Athletic with great speed, Delp needs some refinement as a blocker, but he has upside to develop into a dynamic weapon. 

NFL Draft Buzz scouting report:

Delp’s elite speed at 245 pounds opens up offensive possibilities that few players at his position can provide, yet the modest college production raises legitimate questions about his readiness to contribute immediately. While his route-running shows flashes of sophistication in the intermediate zone, the limited route tree and his struggles against press coverage expose technical gaps that need to be addressed.

His blocking presents the most compelling contradiction – the effort and competitive spirit are undeniable, but the lack of functional strength and refined technique make him a liability against NFL-caliber edge rushers early in his career. The special teams experience provides immediate value, though his primary role will likely center around receiving packages where his speed can create mismatches. His ascension to leadership at Georgia demonstrates maturity, but the late-blooming production curve suggests he may need time to fully harness his physical gifts at the next level.

Round 7, Pick 238: Kaelon Black, RB, Indiana

The Titans finally add a running back and turn to Black, who is coming off a magnificent season with Indiana, and backed it up with an impressive week at the Senior Bowl. 

Yahoo Sports scouting report:

Black was one of Bruce Feldman’s annual Freaks this past offseason, and it’s clear to see why on tape. The rapid acceleration to hit the hole and the power to displace tacklers is clear from the jump. Kaelon has clearly been a Cignetti disciple, learning to read defenses well, understand where blitzers are coming from, and develop a strong feel and vision for finding creative, efficient lanes to rush through. He is also one of the better pass-blocking backs in the class, consistently stifling pass rushers of all sizes from getting to the QB with a strong anchor and natural leverage.

Pro Football Focus grade: A

With a bias toward their own internal rankings, an incomplete “team needs” list, and an emphasis on positional needs matching pick value, Pro Football Focus gave Titans Wire’s first mock an outstanding grade to kick things off. 

We know what PFF thinks, but what about you, Titans fans? Would you be happy with this draft or would you go a different direction?