The Tennessee Titans have certainly been busy this offseason, reshaping their roster in a bid to climb the competitive ladder. Yet, like any team in transition, not every question mark has been addressed. One area that remains largely unchanged is their running back situation.
While the Titans did bring in Nick Singleton from Penn State through the draft, the lion’s share of the workload is expected to fall on the shoulders of Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. This duo hasn’t exactly turned heads in the offseason rankings, with Sharp Football placing them at a modest No. 25.
The decision to stick with Pollard and Spears might raise eyebrows, especially considering last year’s stats. Tennessee's running backs managed to gain five or more yards on just 38% of their carries, which was the third-worst rate in the league. Not exactly a stat that inspires confidence.
However, it’s not all doom and gloom. The Titans’ backfield, much like their front seven, might be underrated.
After a sluggish start, Tony Pollard found his stride once Brian Callahan was out of the picture, notching another 1,000-yard season and delivering some standout performances down the stretch. Tyjae Spears, despite early injuries, also showed flashes of brilliance as the season wore on.
Adding Singleton to this mix could potentially shake things up in 2026.
While this running back unit might not be the flashiest, they’re steady, and there's reason to believe they'll benefit from the strategic mind of offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. The Titans’ offense struggled under previous leadership, but with Daboll at the helm, there’s hope for a more cohesive and effective offensive strategy.
The offensive line, too, has shown signs of improvement, shedding the struggles it faced under Bill Callahan. With these changes, the Titans are poised to surprise some folks this season.
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The bigger question now is how long that arrangement lasts, because this feels like the sort of setup that can define a final chapter as much as a fresh start. Fans have already spent plenty of time looking toward the next wave of help at running back, and the Titans have a rookie in the mix who could eventually change the conversation. For now, though, Pollard appears positioned to keep handling the heavy lift, even if the runway in Nashville may not stretch much farther beyond this season. [Read more 🡒]
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