The Tennessee Titans are on a journey to elevate their competitiveness in the AFC South as we head into 2026. The offseason has been promising with the addition of Robert Saleh as head coach, alongside seasoned coordinators Brian Daboll and Gus Bradley. Now, it's up to Mike Borgonzi to bolster the roster and give the coaching staff the talent they need.
While the Titans focus on their own growth, they can't ignore the potential moves of their division rivals-the Texans, Colts, and Jaguars. Both Jacksonville and Houston have playoff potential and present formidable matchup challenges. Yet, they also have areas to improve and might be looking to make significant offseason moves.
The Jaguars, in particular, have shown a willingness to be bold. Last year, they traded up for Travis Hunter in the draft and snagged Jakobi Meyers at the trade deadline. They're not shy about making big plays, and Maxx Crosby could be their next target, especially if he's leaving Las Vegas.
For Titans fans, the idea of Crosby joining the Jaguars is a daunting one. NFL analysts, including former Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew, have identified Jacksonville as a potential landing spot for Crosby.
He pointed out that the Jaguars ranked 21st in pass defense and 27th in sacks last season, with their leading sacker having just eight. Adding Crosby would significantly strengthen their defensive line, offering a dynamic pass-rushing duo alongside Josh Hines-Allen.
This move could elevate the Jaguars to genuine Super Bowl contenders.
Jacksonville already boasts the league's top run defense, and adding Crosby would make them even tougher to face. The silver lining for Titans fans is that Jacksonville lacks a first-round pick this year, which could complicate any trade for Crosby. However, we've seen trades happen with or without first-rounders, so anything is possible.
Ultimately, while the Titans need to focus on their own development, they'll be keeping a close eye on their division rivals, hoping they don't make a game-changing move that widens the gap.