The Tennessee Titans have concluded their two-day mandatory minicamp. The state of the offensive line is among the bigger talking points heading into summer break, and eventually, training camp. Competition for the starting role at right guard is among the roster's notable position battles.
In fairness, it's borderline impossible to properly evaluate the offensive line at OTAs or minicamp. Practices are conducted without pads, and physical contact isn't permitted. Considering offensive line play is largely predicated on physicality, it's almost useless to assess their play at offseason workouts.
With that said, indications are that sophomore blocker Jackson Slater possesses the inside track to claim the right guard gig. Meanwhile, we haven't heard a peep from veteran free-agent signing Cordell Volson, who was acquired to compete. It appears that Volson will enter training camp with his starting hopes hanging on by a thread.
Cordell Volson must repay the Titans' faith or risk being cast aside
The Titans signed Volson to a one-year contract worth $3.2 million. The deal contained $1 million in guaranteed money. That strongly indicates the Titans expect Volson to make their 53-man roster.
After seemingly deciding to part ways with Kevin Zeitler (he's still available in free agency), Volson was signed as a potential bandaid solution should Slater fail to take advantage of this opportunity. Volson has started 48 career NFL games, though he missed the entire 2025 campaign after undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery. He's attempting to bounce back in Tennessee.
The numbers are getting larger across the Titans' offensive line. The draft capital used on Pat Coogan and Fernando Carmona likely means they'll make the team. Mike Borgonzi also recently signed veteran center Andre James, who will compete for a roster spot on the interior, too.
Once training camp arrives and physical practices are encouraged, Volson needs to start pushing Slater for the right guard job. The Titans inked Volson to a contract that says they value his starting experience. The former North Dakota State standout must prove valuable.
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