The Tennessee Titans embarrassingly lost 30-14 to Malik Willis and the Green Bay Packers at Nissan Stadium in Week 3. The defeat dropped the Titans' record to a lifeless 0-3 for the first time since 2009. There's little-to-no reason to believe Brian Callahan's squad possesses realistic postseason aspirations moving forward.
The Titans are likelier in contention for the No. 1 overall selection in April's 2025 NFL Draft. Starting quarterback Will Levis has committed a league-leading eight turnovers through three games, including two pick-sixes.
With all that in mind, we've conducted a five-round 2025 mock draft using Pro Football Focus' simulator that gives Callahan and Ran Carthon a new quarterback to build around.
*The Titans do not currently own a third-round pick as a result of the L'Jarius Sneed trade
Round 1 (No. 4 overall): Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
It's becoming increasingly clear that Levis isn't the solution at quarterback and he's potentially at risk of being benched in favor of Mason Rudolph at some point. The offensive-minded Callahan technically inherited Levis, so we'd expect him to receive an opportunity to hand-pick at least one quarterback before his seat gets hot. If the Titans are drafting with a top-five selection, choosing the "next" franchise signal-caller is likely.
Texas' Quinn Ewers has showcased improvement this season. Ewers is an accurate quarterback that throws the ball with rhythm, timing, and anticipation. Those traits are staples of the Callahan offense.
Round 2 (No. 36 overall): Emery Jones Jr., OT, LSU
Nicholas Petit-Frere continues to be a big-time liability at right tackle and he was benched midway through Week 3 for Jaelyn Duncan. There's a decent chance Duncan starts against the Miami Dolphins in Week 4. Either way, the Titans don't have their 2025 solution at right tackle on the roster right now.
LSU's Emery Jones is a natural right tackle who currently plays that position for the Tigers, because potential No. 1 overall pick Will Campbell is the left tackle. Jones possesses firm hands and a strong anchor in pass protection. As a run blocker, the Baton Rouge native fires off the ball seeking to finish.
Round 4 (No. 105 overall): Dani Dennis-Sutton, EDGE, Penn State
If the Titans decide against drafting a quarterback at the top, EDGE is arguably their next biggest need. Harold Landry III is the only outside linebacker getting after the quarterback right now. Arden Key has been borderline invisible, Jaylen Harrell is raw, and Caleb Murphy and Ali Gaye are fringe NFL players at best.
Penn State's Dani Dennis-Sutton is a technician that's already a well-advanced run defender. Playing in a larger role for the Nittany Lions this season, he recorded his first sack of the 2024 season against Kent State on Saturday. Dennis-Sutton is a high-floor prospect with moldable traits and an NFL-ready frame.
Round 5 (No. 140 overall): Jager Burton, G, Kentucky
Dillon Radunz has performed below expectations at right guard. The Titans shouldn't possess interest in re-signing Radunz next offseason. Offensive line coach Bill Callahan should receive a rookie or free-agent signing to be the new right guard in 2025.
Kentucky interior offensive lineman Jager Burton is an outstanding athlete for the position. He's been versatile enough to play guard and center, which should increase his pre-draft stock. The Titans need to draft a guard in April, even if it's a developmental prospect.