The Tennessee Titans pounced on an opportunity during the 2026 NFL Draft. With pass rusher Keldric Faulk sliding down the board, Mike Borgonzi traded up to No. 31 overall to select him. The Titans believe they got two blue-chip prospects in Carnell Tate and Faulk.
Titans head coach Robert Saleh is legitimately excited about coaching and developing Faulk. Length, size, and early-down ability makes Faulk a perfect fit for Coach Saleh's scheme. That's a massive reason why Borgonzi made the aggressive decision to trade back into the first round.
Of course, Faulk's measurables are extremely enticing. Actually translating them to production will be Coach Saleh's mission. And that's where fans should be patient about the type of prospect they're getting.
Titans' betting on Keldric Faulk's upside, which is a calculated risk worth taking
Coach Saleh has pointed out how he's developed players similar to Faulk's size and skill set. Arik Armstead was the 17th overall selection in the 2015 NFL Draft. Saleh helped develop him into a three-down player, and he's also compared Faulk to John Franklin-Myers, who the Titans signed in free agency this offseason.
Faulk is an ascending prospect who is already billed as an excellent run stopper. The former Auburn standout only registered two sacks this past campaign. Further unlocking his pass-rushing potential is where the Titans believe they can make a difference.
Watching Faulk's film adds context. The Tigers asked him to play a selffless 4i role that was not condusive to quick pass-rushing victories. Auburn asked Faulk to primarily be a run stopper and he routinely executed his assignments. In more of a pass-rushing role in 2024, he notched a more impressive seven sacks.
There's always reason to be wary of prospects who are touted for their measurables first and production second, but analyzing Faulk's film adds much-needed context to his profile. The Titans have an exact plan for him and Saleh's background success with similar prospects inspires confidence. From scheme to coaching fit, everything is in place for Faulk to thrive with the Titans.
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