2026 Tennessee Titans Mock Draft: 7-Round Projection
Draft Capital: 8 picks | Overall Grade: B Last Updated: December 30, 2025Executive Summary
Tennessee Titans enter the 2026 NFL Draft with 8 selections and critical needs at Edge Rusher, Offensive Tackle, Inside Linebacker. This mock has them addressing their biggest weaknesses while maintaining draft value.
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Complete Pick-by-Pick Analysis
Pick #4 - Tennessee Titans: Arvell Reese, Edge Rusher, Ohio State
Rank: #2 overall | Grade: A+ | Need Match: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Why This Pick:The Jets couldn't pass on Caleb Downs at four, even though quarterback and receiver rank higher on their needs list. Downs is simply the best player available—a safety with elite instincts, championship pedigree, and the kind of defensive IQ that transforms entire units. New York is prioritizing foundational talent over positional need, trusting they can address quarterback later.
The Fit:Downs brings 249 career tackles, six interceptions, and back-to-back playoff experience from Alabama and Ohio State, instantly becoming the quarterback of the Jets' secondary. His cornerback-caliber movement skills allow him to match tight ends and slot receivers in man coverage while his controlled violence as a tackler adds a physical dimension. The Budda Baker comparison is earned—he's undersized but plays with processing speed and physicality that overcome athletic limitations.
Scouting Report:If Arvell Reese was off the board, Tennessee Titans could target similar Edge Rushers in the top 10 range.
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Pick #35 - Tennessee Titans: Isaiah World, Offensive Tackle, Oregon
Rank: #37 overall | Grade: B | Need Match: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Why This Pick:The Jets finally address their quarterback need by taking Garrett Nussmeier, LSU's most prolific first-year starter whose polish and processing compensate for physical limitations. Nussmeier's 3,474 yards, 26 touchdowns, and set of LSU single-season records prove he can produce at the highest level, even if the 12 interceptions create turnover concerns. New York is betting his Brock Purdy-like ability to make plays within structure translates to the NFL.
The Fit:Nussmeier's quick release, anticipatory throws, and elite layering ability between linebacker and safety give the Jets a quarterback who can operate within their offensive system immediately. His clean throwing motion and weight transfer create velocity without mechanics breakdowns, while his clutch performances in big moments suggest he won't shrink from the New York spotlight. The 6-1, 200-pound frame and lack of elite mobility are concerns, but his father Doug's NFL pedigree suggests the football IQ is generational.
Scouting Report:If Isaiah World was off the board, Tennessee Titans could target similar Offensive Tackles in the second round range.
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Pick #66 - Tennessee Titans: Max Klare, Tight End, Ohio State
Rank: #68 overall | Grade: B- | Need Match: ⭐⭐⭐ Why This Pick:Las Vegas adds much-needed secondary depth by selecting Davison Igbinosun, a physical Ohio State corner whose 141 career tackles and 19 pass breakups prove he's not afraid to contribute in every phase of defense. Igbinosun's transformation from Ole Miss transfer to shutdown corner who takes pride in the run game represents exactly the developmental arc teams love. The Raiders are adding a player whose competitive nature and improved penalty discipline signal readiness.
The Fit:Igbinosun's excellence in press-man alignment, where his physicality throws off receiver timing and frustrates route-runners, fits Las Vegas' aggressive defensive approach. His willing participation against the run and ability to shed blocks while maintaining leverage provide early-down value most corners don't offer. The grabby tendencies that led to penalties need continued refinement, but his 781 snaps as a sophomore starter prove he can handle a heavy workload.
Scouting Report:If Max Klare was off the board, Tennessee Titans could target similar Tight Ends in the Day 2-3 range.
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Pick #105: Iapani Laloulu (Center, Oregon) - Grade C+. Day 3 value pick. Depth addition with special teams potential. Pick #141: Jermaine Mathews Jr (Cornerback, Ohio State) - Grade C. Day 3 value pick. Depth addition with special teams potential. Pick #142: Kevin Coleman Jr (Wide Receiver, Missouri) - Grade C. Day 3 value pick. Depth addition with special teams potential. Pick #184: Malachi Fields (Wide Receiver, Notre Dame) - Grade C-. Day 3 value pick. Depth addition with special teams potential. Pick #238: Jamel Johnson (Safety, TCU) - Grade C-. Day 3 value pick. Depth addition with special teams potential.---
Tennessee Titans Draft Class Summary
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