Titans' Mock Draft: Linebacker, Guard

0:00It's March 24, I'm Cory with the story and this is NFL News Today, Football News powered by AI. The Tennessee Titans are deep into offseason moves, signing free agents and hosting draft prospects to build a strong roster for next year. With new coach Robert Salah bringing fresh energy, all eyes are on their fifth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. ESPN analyst Field Yates just dropped a two-round mock draft projecting a defensive standout for Tennessee at number five. Yates has the Titans selecting sunny styles, a linebacker from Ohio State. Styles is super versatile, able to line up all over the field like an extra safety and he sniffs out plays fast. Even after adding past rushers like Jermaine Johnson and John Franklin Myers plus having Jeffrey Simmons up front, more linebacker depth fits Salis. Fans and analysts have buzzed about various first round options lately, from edge rushers

1:00like Ruben Vane Jr. and David Bailey to cornerback. Jeremiah Love, but the talk keeps circling back to bolstering the defense early, matching the team's recent trades and signings. In round two at the 35th pick, Yates turns to offense with Keelan Rutledge, a tough guard from Georgia Tech. Rutledge brings that gritty, relentless edge to the line. With veteran Kevin Zitler's future up in the air for 2026, Tennessee needs to keep stacking the trenches regardless of free agency ads. These picks aim to protect quarterback Cam Ward while ramping up toughness on both sides. As the Titans gear up, the draft buzz only grows, setting the stage for a competitive rebuild.