The Tennessee Titans hope they laid down the foundation for future success during the 2025 NFL Draft. General manager Mike Borgonzi altered the trajectory of the Titans by selecting former Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward at No. 1 overall.
The Titans ended up with a nine-man draft class after trading back in the second round to acquire a third-round pick. Despite the size of the class, Borgonzi's hard work didn't stop once the draft concluded. The front-office leader was frantically working the phones for undrafted free agents who fit the team's new profile. Several such prospects made their 53-man roster last year. It represents an opportunity to identify diamonds in the rough.
The Titans quietly made 13 reported new additions to the roster, with more anticipated in the coming days before rookie minicamp marks its arrival. Let's look at which prospects Borgonzi acquired through the initial wave of undrafted free agency and their potential aspirations.
Titans sign 13 undrafted free agents immediately after the 2025 NFL Draft
Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, OT, Florida
The Titans reportedly shelled out a sizable guarantee to land Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson. At first glance, that gives him a terrific opportunity to make the roster. The Titans lack depth behind JC Latham and Dan Moore Jr., so Crenshaw-Dickson will battle for swing tackle duties in training camp following Nicholas Petit-Frere's release.
Isaiah Raikes, NT, Auburn
T'Vondre Sweat is the starter at nose tackle. The Titans also have Keondre Coburn under contract behind him. Borgonzi didn't end up drafting a defensive tackle despite showing pre-draft interest, but Isaiah Raikes arrives via an agreement that contains $85,000 in guarantees, per Tom Pelissero.
Clarence Lewis, S, Syracuse
Clarence Lewis is a Notre Dame transfer who totaled 161 tackles, 31 pass breakups, and four interceptions in five completed campaigns. The Titans are fairly deep at safety after signing Xavier Woods and drafting Kevin Winston Jr. Lewis has his work cut out for him.
Xavier Restrepo, WR, Miami
Xavier Restrepo is undoubtedly the Titans' most popular UDFA signing. This move reunites Restrepo and Ward after the pair connected for more than 1,100 receiving yards at Miami last season. The former Hurricanes wideout has a terrific chance to make the roster due to his built-in familiarity with Ward.
DeVonta O'Malley, DT, Northern Illinois
The Titans are deep on the defensive line after re-signing Sebastian Joseph-Day and adding Dre'Mont Jones in free agency. Small school prospect DeVonta O'Malley tested incredibly well throughout the pre-draft process, running a reported 4.95 at Pro Day at 6-foot-2 and 284 pounds. He's undersized, but incredibly athletic.
Micah Bernard, RB, Utah
Former Utah running back Micah Bernard faces an uphill battle after the Titans drafted Kalel Mullings late. An older prospect, Bernard rushed for a career-high 1,009 yards in 2024. Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears are locks to make the roster.
Cam Horsley, DT, Boston College
Cam Horsley is one of the Titans' bigger-name additions. Scouts had draftable grades on the Eagles standout. Horsley recorded 40-plus tackles in consecutive seasons, and he pairs athleticism with strength on tape.
Garnett Hollis Jr., CB, West Virginia
Garnett Hollis Jr. played collegiately at West Virginia and Northwestern. An aggressive cornerback, he possesses terrific size at the position at 6-foot, 199 pounds. He's a Nashville native, so there's a local aspect to his addition. Hollis Jr. was credited with12 pass breakups in the previous three seasons.
David Gbenda, LB, Texas
The Titans are thin at linebacker. Borgonzi didn't draft one, giving David Gbenda an opportunity to battle for a roster spot in training camp. Gbenda was effective for the Texas Longhorns in 2024, totaling 61 tackles and five TFLs.
Jalen Kimber, CB, Penn State
Jalen Kimber played at Georgia, Florida, and Penn State in college. This past season, the Nittany Lions standout recorded 37 tackles and three pass breakups. The Titans met with Kimber, a draftable talent, at the East-West Shrine Bowl.
Desmond Evans, DE, North Carolina
Desmond Evans broke out at North Carolina in 2024, recording personal highs in sacks (5.0) and tackles for loss (10). Evans was a former five-star recruit who didn't
quite live up to expectations. The Titans will try to exploit some untapped potential.
Jermari Harris, CB, Iowa
Jermari Harris was incredibly productive at Iowa throughout 27 career starts. Harris accumulated eight interceptions and 27 pass breakups as a two-year starter. There's a lengthy history of alleged off-field issues, likely contributing to his undrafted status.
Virgil Lemons, CB, West Florida
Virgil Lemons has extensive history as a returner. He returned 13 punts during the 2023 season. The Titans have a fairly loaded room at cornerback, so establishing himself on special teams would be Lemons' clearest pathway to the roster.