The Tennessee Titans have spent roughly $300 million in NFL free agency. General manager Mike Borgonzi will enter the 2026 NFL Draft having successfully raised the floor of his rebuilding roster. With nine total selections in the draft, Borgonzi has an opportunity to build a stronger team in 2026.
Speculation is running rampant around the Titans' fourth overall pick, but identifying adequate mid-round talent is arguably equally as important. In order for the Titans to reestablish themselves as legitimate AFC South contenders, Borgonzi needs to continue hitting on multiple picks.
We've conducted a brand-new seven round Titans mock draft that achieves just that.
Titans' 7-round mock draft builds on Mike Borgonzi's aggressive free agency
Round 1 (No. 4 overall): David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
There's been significant smoke around the Titans selecting Jeremiyah Love at No. 4, but we do not believe they'd pass on David Bailey if he's available. New head coach Robert Saleh loves a wide-nine pass rusher with Bailey's size, speed, and athleticism. The Texas Tech EDGE would complete the defensive line's offseason transformation, one that included Saleh hand-picking acquisitions like Jermaine Johnson II and John Franklin-Myers.
Round 2 (No. 35 overall): Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Surrounding franchise quarterback Cam Ward with weapons is of the utmost importance. The Titans added Wan'Dale Robinson in free agency, and they also restructured Calvin Ridley's contract to keep him around. Brian Daboll is the new offensive coordinator and his unit doesn't have a receiver with Denzel Boston's size profile. Boston is an alpha boundary receiver who creates consistent separation for his size, and is also dominant in contested catch situations.
Round 3 (No. 66 overall): Keylan Rutledge, IOL, Georgia Tech
The Titans have a concerning hole at right guard because they haven't re-signed 2025 starter Kevin Zeitler yet. They had a formal interview at the NFL Combine with Keylan Rutledge, with Titans offensive line coach Carmen Bricillo taking part. Rutledge is a physical blocker with a mean streak. He'd give Bricillo a young option if Zeitler doesn't come back.
Round 4 (No. 101 overall): Kyle Louis, LB, Pittsburgh
The Titans did not make a splash at linebacker in free agency. There were pre-tampering window rumors that Saleh may want an upgrade there. He's inheriting Cody Barton, Cedric Gray, and James Williams. Borgonzi could look to the NFL Draft to add an off-ball linebacker with a different profile. Pittsburgh's Kyle Louis is undersized, but he's rangy with sideline-to-sideline athleticism, and he may settle in as a hybrid safety with coverage abilities.
Round 5 (No. 142 overall): Trey Zuhn III, C, Texas A&M
As currently constructed, the Titans are expected to let veteran journeyman Austin Schlottmann and inexperienced sophomore Jackson Slater compete at center. That's uninspiring, and adding another mid-round option from a strong rookie class would be worthwhile. Trey Zuhn played offensive tackle at Texas A&M, but he's spending the pre-draft process preparing for a move to center.
Round 5 (No. 144 overall): Ephesians Prysock, CB, Washington
This is simply a depth selection. The Titans have four cornerbacks on defense in Alontae Taylor, Cor'Dale Flott, Joshua Williams, and Marcus Harris that feel like 53-man roster locks. Ephesians Prysock is a 6-3 corner with 33-inch arms. On tape, Prysock uses his size-length advantage to disrupt receivers at the line of scrimmage.
Round 6 (No. 184 overall): DeShon Singleton, S, Nebraska
The Titans have reportedly shown some interest in Nebraska safety DeShon Singleton. He fits the profile Coach Saleh has previously preferred as a prospect who tows the line between safety and undersized hybrid linebacker. Singleton notched 141 tackles, seven pass breakups, and three interceptions as a two-year starter (2024-25) for the Cornhuskers.
Round 6 (No. 194 overall): Travis Burke, OT, Memphis
The Titans have already hosted Memphis offensive tackle Travis Burke on a pre-draft visit. With unpopular left tackle Dan Moore entering a crucial portion of his contract, the TItans could look to add a developmental prospect behind him as a potential succession plan. Burke was excellent for the Tigers this past season, starting 11 games.
Round 7 (No. 225 overall): DeMonte Capehart, DT, Clemson
Young defensive tackle depth can be located in the latter rounds of this draft. Clemson's DeMonte Capehart is a selfless player with a team-first (and run-first) mentality. Scouts have appreciated his maturity and leadership throughout the pre-draft process.