The Tennessee Titans will play their preseason finale versus the Chicago Bears on Saturday. Following their shared joint practice, it represents the final opportunity for roster hopefuls to make a good impression on GM Mike Borgonzi before he submits his initial 53-man roster on Sunday.
One of the undrafted rookies holding his breath is wide receiver Hank Beatty.
Beatty was one of just two undrafted wideouts the Titans signed following the 2026 NFL Draft. Fans initially believed the other rookie pass catcher, Tyren Montgomery, would be the one to capture hearts this offseason. Instead, it's Beatty who has been the bigger offseason surprise.
Unfortunately for Beatty, the Titans are extremely deep at wide receiver. Carnell Tate, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley, Elic Ayomanor, and Chimere Dike are five roster locks. Beatty could be a surprise inclusion in Borgonzi's 53-man roster, but most projections have him getting cut.
Tennessee Titans undrafted wide receiver Hank Beatty would make the 53-man roster in most offseasons
Beatty has firmly been in contention for the sixth and final wide receiver spot. The overwhelming favorite is Bryce Oliver, who is a top-two special teams player on the Titans' roster. Oliver has firmly established himself on John "Bones" Fassel's unit.
Beatty has also faced some competition from veteran K.J. Osborn and second-year UDFA Xavier Restrepo. If the Titans are willing to keep a seventh receiver, Borgonzi would be choosing between these three names.
Beatty has produced just one reception in two preseason games, but he's routinely piqued interest throughout training camp. The former Illinois standout has maximized his opportunities at practice as a consistent performer. He's consistently been a pleasant surprise.
Beatty has also competed on special teams as a returner. The issue? The Titans' roster includes an All-Pro returner in Dike, who has mostly been rested in that area throughout the preseason. Had the Titans not had one of the best returners in the NFL, Beatty's chances of making the 53-man roster would increase.
The Titans are dealing with a first-world problem at receiver. It's unfamiliar territory for an organization that has historically struggled to produce high-end wideouts. The strength of this unit is in its depth, where the roster is loaded with talented assets.
Beatty has emerged as an undrafted gem for the Titans this offseason. When 53-man roster cuts are announced on Sunday, he may unfortunately fall victim to the team's impressive depth at wide receiver. Beatty has done everything right this offseason, but he's facing an uphill battle to claim a roster spot.
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