Jan. 16, 2026, 11:25 a.m. ET

While general manager Mike Borgonzi is scouting the next head coach of the Tennessee Titans, much of the personnel staff is busy preparing for the college football All-Star Circuit, with the East-West Shrine game and Senior Bowl approaching fast. 

The Titans enter the offseason with needs across the board, but have significant needs at cornerback, edge, and wide receiver that must be addressed at some point. In his latest mock draft for The Athletic, analyst Dane Brugler sees the Titans doing just that and adding a playmaker for Cam Ward. 

Tennessee Titans: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

With their quarterback in place, the Titans can shift their focus this offseason to other needs, specifically pass catchers and pass rushers. I wouldn’t be surprised to see David Bailey taken in this spot, especially if Tennessee lands a veteran receiver such as Alec Pierce or Romeo Doubs in free agency.

But I love Tate’s potential fit with Cam Ward. He is productive in short-to-intermediate areas with his route precision and ball skills, and truly shines as a vertical ball-winner because of his pacing and tracking skills.

This isn’t the first time that Tate has been mocked to the Titans, and he could indeed be the pick. Arguably the top wideout in the class, he has the skill set to make plays in the league and would definitely play a significant role in 2026. 

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