The Tennessee Titans have been making waves in free agency, shaking up their roster with hopes of improving on last year's three-win season. With the most cap space available, they've been busy letting go of some players while bringing in fresh talent. But how have these moves really impacted the team's lineup?
ESPN's Ben Solak took a deep dive into each team's free agency class, ranking them based on how much they improved their rosters. He considered factors like value, roster flexibility, contract specifics, compensatory picks, and potential missed opportunities. Using these criteria, Solak placed the Titans' free agency efforts at 28th.
Solak praised the acquisition of John Franklin-Myers, noting it as a standout move. However, he was less enthusiastic about the rest of the signings.
He acknowledged that struggling teams often need to overpay veterans to maintain a functional roster and strong locker room leadership. The Titans have certainly improved over the past month, but Solak suggests this isn't a quick fix like the Patriots' impressive turnaround last season.
Reflecting on the Patriots' 2025 offseason, Stefon Diggs was a key addition, driving much of their success. Despite not all being marquee names, the Patriots' roster gelled well under Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf.
This is the blueprint Robert Saleh and Mike Borgonzi aim to replicate in 2026. While the Titans' current rebuild might not seem like a one-year project, the potential for a surprise turnaround, similar to the Patriots, can't be ruled out.