Podcasts by Talkin Titans

Talkin' Titans

Talkin' Titans is a weekly podcast covering the Tennessee Titans and hosted by The Tennessean's Gentry Estes and Ben Arthur.

Further podcasts by USA TODAY NETWORK - Tennessee

Podcast on the topic Football

All episodes

Talkin' Titans
What does future hold for Ryan Tannehill, Todd Downing in Tennessee? from 2022-01-27T11:58

Tennessee Titans beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discussed the team's playoff loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Will Derrick Henry be rusty for Tennessee's playoff run? from 2022-01-20T11:59

Tennessee Titans beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discuss Derrick Henry and the divisional-round game against the Bengals.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Who's been Tennessee's best player heading into the playoffs? from 2022-01-13T00:50

Tennessee Titans beat reporter Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes handed out awards for the Titans in the latest episode of their podcast.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Will Tannehill lead Tennessee to AFC South title against former team, Dolphins? from 2021-12-30T12:00

Ryan Tannehill not only has an opportunity to secure an AFC South crown with his Listen

Talkin' Titans
Can A.J. Brown save Tennessee's passing game? from 2021-12-22T12:00

Tennessee Titans beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discussed the latest news around the Titans in their latest podcast episode.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
OLB Bud Dupree to make return vs. former team, Pittsburgh Steelers? from 2021-12-17T11:57

Beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discussed the latest news around the Tennessee Titans on their weekly podcast.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What does Zach Cunningham addition mean for Tennessee's playoff hopes? from 2021-12-10T02:26:32

Tennessee Titans beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discussed the addition of Zach Cunningham and the imminent return of Julio Jones in a new podcast episode.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Mike Vrabel beat Bill Belichick without Derrick Henry? from 2021-11-24T12:00

Mike Vrabel is 2-0 against Bill Belichick, his former coach. 

But without st...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Which players deserve the most credit in Tennessee's hot streak? from 2021-11-18T11:58

In the latest episode of Talkin' Titans, beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes hand out awards for the team 10 weeks into the year.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
How does Tennessee crack Saints' defense without Derrick Henry? from 2021-11-11T12:00

Tennessee Titans beat writer Ben Arthur is joined by NOLA.com Saints reporter Amie Just on the latest episode of Talkin' Titans.

 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Tennessee be elite AFC contender with Derrick Henry out indefinitely? from 2021-11-04T23:59

Tennessee Titans beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discuss the latest around Derrick Henry and the team in their weekly podcast.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Buying or selling Tennessee as a bona fide Super Bowl contender? from 2021-10-28T11:00

The Tennessee Titans have beaten the Bills and Chiefs in consecutive weeks...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Should Derrick Henry be in early MVP conversation? from 2021-10-21T11:00

Derrick Henry has a chance to re-write the history books. 

After rushin...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Are injuries or pass protection a bigger issue for Tennessee? from 2021-10-06T23:21:16

The Tennessee Titans have soul searching to do after a stunning overtime l...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
These five Titans need to step up their games from 2021-09-22T23:29:26

Two weeks isn't much of a sample size, but a few players are standing out for what they're not doing. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What should we be concerned about after Titans' Week 1 loss? from 2021-09-16T00:55:36

Julio Jones had a lackluster debut with the Titans, but should that really be a concern? What about Taylor Lewan? New offensive coordinator Todd Downing? Or the kicking game? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What two practices vs. Falcons revealed about Titans from 2021-08-20T00:40

The Tennessee Titans have practiced 16 times since training camp began. Not once has their full, projected starting offense played together. 

Is it concerning?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What we think we know after one week of Titans camp from 2021-08-01T23:10:53

There's been no pads. Star players have been limited. The preseason won't start until later this month. So what conclusions can actually be made about the Listen

Talkin' Titans
Titans training camp is starting soon, but some roster questions remain from 2021-07-26T16:22:43

The Tennessee Titans begin training camp this week, but there are still roster questions to be answered. Will a revamped defensive back group hold up, even if the pass rush improves? What about ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What Julio Jones will mean for the Titans from 2021-06-11T01:09:49

Longtime Atlanta Falcons beat writer D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution discusses what the addition of Julio Jones will mean for the Titans. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Have Tennessee Titans' chances of landing Julio Jones improved? from 2021-06-04T15:49:48

In the latest episode of Talkin' Titans beat writer Ben Arthur and sports columnist Gentry Estes discuss what the lack of momentum for a Jones' deal means, and what it may tell us about the Tita...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Should the Tennessee Titans pursue Julio Jones? from 2021-05-26T20:26:39

It appears likely that the Atlanta Falcons will trade Julio Jones.

Should the Listen

Talkin' Titans
10 reasons to be optimistic about the Titans from 2021-05-20T01:35:49

There's lots to like about the Titans next season. Here are 10 of our top reasons. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What are the big takeaways from Titans' 2021 schedule? from 2021-05-13T02:47:26

The Titans' 2021 schedule was announced Wednesday, and it's a doozy. Will they be up for the challenge? We break it down game by game. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Breaking down Titans' draft picks from 2021-05-06T01:22:10

How did the Titans fare in the 2021 NFL Draft? Did they address their needs? And what to make of the Rashad Weaver situation. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What will Titans do in NFL Draft from 2021-04-15T17:15:56

New Titans beat writer Ben Arthur joins the podcast to discuss what could happen at No. 22 in the upcoming draft. Plus, NFL.com's Chase Goodbread offers his thoughts. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What Titans on 'Hard Knocks' might look like from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Talkin' Titans podcast: The Browns are being featured on HBO's upcoming season of "Hard Knocks." Imagine if it were the Titans.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Reviewing the draft and what it means from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the latest episode of Talkin' Titans, Jason Wolf and Joe Rexrode dig in on the NFL draft and break down Titans GM Jon Robinson's four selections -- and his decision to sacrifice a couple of draf...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
The 2018 NFL Draft is upon us from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jason Wolf and Joe Rexrode preview what the Tennessee Titans hope to accomplish at the 2018 NFL Draft.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans have a new look as they prepare for the draft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jason Wolf and Joe Rexrode spend some time unpacking the Titans' brand new uniforms that were unveiled at an event on Broadway. There's also some draft talk and Jason sings Florida Georgia Line.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Ndamukong Suh would make defense elite from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Titans beat reporter Jason Wolf and columnist Joe Rexrode discuss whether the team will sign three-time All-Pro defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, what his addition to the roster might mean, and other...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans offense falters in playoffs loss to Ravens from 2021-01-11T00:19:03

The offense has carried the Titans all season, but in the playoffs, when they needed it most, it came up short. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans win AFC South, but do they have enough for playoff run? from 2021-01-04T03:43:41

The Titans did it with offense again. That might not be enough to cut it in the playoffs. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans defense exposed again from 2020-12-28T06:32

The Titans' defense was bad again. This time the offense couldn't bail the team out. The result was a loss to the Packers and a failed chance to clinch the division. What went wrong? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans on verge of playoffs without much defense from 2020-12-21T01:33:43

Sure, the Titans can pile up points. But they sure can't stop other teams from doing the same. What's the mean for their playoff projections? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Easy win should give Titans confidence from 2020-12-14T01:31:43

Just about everything went right for the Titans in their win against the Jaguars, so the victory wasn't a surprise. How they won, though, should give everyone some comfort and confidence. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Trying to understand Browns' domination of Titans from 2020-12-07T02:50:36

The Titans faced the Browns on Sunday and were Listen

Talkin' Titans
Titans defense does enough vs. Ravens from 2020-11-22T23:32:05

The Titans defense has been a question mark for most of this season, but it came up big against the Ravens. When the season is over, might this week be looked at as the turning point? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans offense isn't hiding defense's warts anymore from 2020-11-13T06:28:52

If the Titans' defense can't turn things around soon, the chances of making a playoff run would seem to be out of the question.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Were Titans that much better or Bears just that bad? from 2020-11-09T00:17:24

The Titans saw some improvement in Sunday's win against the Bears. The offense finally solved its third-down problems. Some new faces made a big impact. But how much of this improvement is attri...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Is Titans defense fixable? from 2020-11-02T00:27:25

The Titans' loss to the Bengals made clear the problem is defense. Mike Vrabel says the issue isn't a lack of coordinator. So what is it then? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Is comeback more encouraging than missed kick is discouraging? from 2020-10-26T01:01

The Titans looked finished. But then came the comeback ... and another Stephen Gostkowski missed field goal. Should Titans be encouraged by what transpired?  

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Offense powers Titans to 5-0 start from 2020-10-18T23:41:24

The Titans beat the Texans with offense resembling a video game. But the defense and kicking game still are struggling. What should we make of this 5-0 team? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Steelers — and COVID-19 — provide a huge challenge from 2020-10-01T12:56

Edit: A new version of this episode was recorded Thursday morning because of additional news. Wednesday's recording has been replaced with the latest info.

The Titans (3-0) are s...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Early reactions after Titans beat Vikings in Week 3 from 2020-09-27T23:18

The Titans beat the Vikings thanks to some kicking heroics by Stephen Gostkowski again. Maybe that's not such welcome news?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
How worrisome are defense's shortcomings ahead of Vikings in Week 3? from 2020-09-22T21:10:07

The biggest concern from the Titans' 33-30 win over the Jaguars: the play of a defense that got shredded by Gardner Minshew and run over by undrafted rookie James Robinson. Also, what's up with ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Early reactions after Titans beat Jaguars in Week 2 from 2020-09-20T22:58

The Titans eked out a 33-30 win over the Jaguars in front of no fans at Nissan Stadium. What have we learned from their two victories so far? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Should Titans be worried about Jaguars' Week 1 win vs. Colts? from 2020-09-16T22:14:50

The Titans are 1-0, but so are the Jaguars after their surprising victory over the Colts. Are they for real? And we take one final look at the Stephen Gostkowski debacle in Denver. 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Early reactions after Titans beat Broncos in Week 1 from 2020-09-15T07:21:09

The Titans' Listen

Talkin' Titans
Predicting Jadeveon Clowney's impact for Titans from 2020-09-08T23:17:27

The Titans added edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney before their Week 1 matchup against the Denver Broncos. Can he live up to the hype? 

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Vic Beasley's absence and the impact of a compacted preseason from 2020-08-02T10:00

Erik Bacharach and Gentry Estes dive into the notebook as training camp begins. What is the impact of the compacted preseason due to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for Titans rookies? They al...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Is the Titans' roster better in 2020 than in 2019? from 2020-04-29T16:41:18

In this post-draft episode, Erik Bacharach and Gentry Estes evaluate the Titans' 2020 draft class. With the bulk of free agency over, is the Titans' roster better in 2020 compared to last season...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans NFL Draft preview: A look at the options at No. 29, including a trade from 2020-04-20T10:00

On the week of the 2020 NFL Draft, hosts Erik Bacharach and Gentry Estes discuss the Titans' options with the 29th overall pick. Should the target be a cornerback? A defensive lineman? How about...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Breaking down Titans' decisions on Ryan Tannehill, Derrick Henry from 2020-03-17T20:35:13

Where do the Titans stand after locking up Ryan Tannehill and tagging Derrick Henry?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Are Derrick Henry, Ryan Tannehill in Titans' future? from 2020-02-03T23:14:52

The season is officially over, but the questions remain. What will become of Derrick Henry and Ryan Tannehill in Nashville. Can the Titans afford to keep both? Can they afford not to?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Season superlatives for the Titans from 2020-01-22T22:46:56

Who was the MVP, unsung hero and best rookie? We're taking a look at the bests and worsts of the Titans season.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Instant Analysis: Odds finally catch up with Titans in AFC Championship defeat from 2020-01-20T00:51:40

From the field at Arrowhead Stadium, Titans beat writer Erik Bacharach and Tennessean columnist Gentry Estes give their immediate analysis of the Titans' 35-24 defeat at the hands of the Kansas Cit...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Titans stun Chiefs in AFC championship game? from 2020-01-14T00:39:09

The Titans seem unstoppable, and they've already beaten the Kansas City Chiefs once this season. But is their postseason luck about up?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Ravens pose tougher challenge than Patriots for Titans from 2020-01-07T17:37:59

The Titans dispatched the Patriots in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs, but up next is a tough, tough Ravens team in the divisional round.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans have good chance against Patriots in playoffs from 2019-12-30T22:12:34

The Titans are in the playoffs, and they might have gotten a good draw with the Patriots. Yes, THOSE Patriots.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 16 NFL games against the line from 2019-12-18T20:20:36

This week's schedule: Texans at Buccaneers, Bills at Patriots, Rams at 49ers, Bengals at Dolphins, Steelers at Jets, Giants at Redskins, Panthers at Colts, Ravens at Browns, Jaguars at Falcons, Sai...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Reasons for optimism for the Titans from 2019-12-18T19:13:14

The emergence of several players late this season is good news for the Titans' future. Who are they? And what's in store in Week 16 against the Saints?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking NFL Week 15 games against the line from 2019-12-12T00:48:57

This week's schedule: Jets at Ravens, Patriots at Bengals, Buccaneers at Lions, Texans at Titans, Broncos at Chiefs, Dolphins at N.Y. Giants, Eagles at Redskins, Seahawks at Panthers, Bears at Pack...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans are rolling; who saw this coming? from 2019-12-11T23:51:35

The Titans have turned the corner since Ryan Tannehill took the reins. Coming off a huge win over the Raiders, up next is a game with bigger ramifications: first place in the AFC South.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What does the playoff picture look like for the Titans? from 2019-12-05T21:08:26

Beat writer Erik Bacharach and columnist Gentry Estes try to look ahead at the schedule for the 7-5 Titans and figure out what the playoff picture looks like for the team.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 14 NFL games against the line from 2019-12-05T21:03:56

Tennessean sports director Tommy Deas, Titans beat writer Erik Bacharach and columnist Gentry Estes are picking every NFL game against the line this season.

Here are the Week 14 picks, with ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 13 NFL games against the line from 2019-11-27T21:11:43

This week's schedule: Bears at Lions, Bills at Cowboys, Saints at Falcons, Titans at Colts, Jets at Bengals, Redskins at Panthers, 49ers at Ravens, Buccaneers at Jaguars, Browns at Steelers, Packer...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What should Titans do with Ryan Tannehill after this season? from 2019-11-27T03:38:54

Running back Derrick Henry and quarterback Ryan Tannehill have taken control of the Titans offense. That's good news, but what happens after this season when both contracts are up? Plus, we preview...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 12 NFL games against the line from 2019-11-20T22:03:45

This week's schedule: Colts at Texans, Broncos at Bills, Giants at Bears, Steelers at Bengals, Dolphins at Browns, Buccaneers at Falcons, Panthers at Saints, Seahawks at Eagles, Lions at Redskins, ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
5 Titans overachievers, 5 Titans underachievers from 2019-11-13T21:30:26

The Titans are on a bye week but still made some news with the announcement of a large addition to their training facility. Plus, who are the top five overachievers and underachievers on the team?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 11 games against the line from 2019-11-13T19:57:43

This week's schedule: Steelers at Browns, Falcons at Panthers, Cowboys at Lions, Jaguars at Colts, Bills at Dolphins, Texans at Ravens, Broncos at Vikings, Jets at Redskins, Saints at Buccaneers, C...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 10 NFL games against the line from 2019-11-07T00:36:10

This week's schedule: Chargers at Raiders, Ravens at Bengals, Bills at Browns, Lions at Bears, Giants at N.Y. Jets, Chiefs at Titans, Cardinals at Buccaneers, Falcons at Saints, Dolphins at Colts, ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans' road ahead looks bleak from 2019-11-06T22:28:24

Coming off a dog of a game against the Panthers, the Titans next face the 6-3 Chiefs. Whether Patrick Mahomes plays seems to be of little matter considering how poorly the Titans have been playing ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
"God sprinkled a little extra dust" on Jeffery Simmons from 2019-10-31T17:32:16

Gentry Estes and Erik Bacharach Talk Titans.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 8 NFL games against the line from 2019-10-23T19:38:02

This week's schedule: Redskins at Vikings, Seahawks at Falcons, Broncos at Colts, Buccaneers at Titans, Cardinals at Saints, Bengals at Rams, Eagles at Bills, Chargers at Bears, Giants at Lions, Je...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Are Ryan Tannehill, Jeffery Simmons the answers for Titans? from 2019-10-23T15:21:48

Ryan Tannehill made his first start for the Titans and did what Marcus Mariota wouldn't, throwing into tight coverage. First-round draft pick Jeffery Simmons saw his first game action of the season...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Analyzing the Titans' QB change from Marcus Mariota to Ryan Tannehill from 2019-10-17T00:45:07

The Titans made it official this week, naming Ryan Tannehill the starting quarterback after benching Marcus Mariota in Sunday's game against the Broncos. Will it solve the Titans' problems?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 7 NFL games against the line from 2019-10-16T23:43:33

This week's schedule: Chiefs at Broncos, Dolphins at Bills, Jaguars at Bengals, Vikings at Lions, Raiders at Packers, Rams at Falcons, Texans at Colts, 49ers at Redskins, Cardinals at N.Y. Giants, ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 6 NFL games against the line from 2019-10-09T23:15:44

This week's schedule: Giants at Patriots, Panthers at Buccaneers, Redskins at Dolphins, Eagles at Vikings, Texans at Chiefs, Saints at Jaguars, Seahawks at Browns, Bengals at Ravens, 49ers at Rams,...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 5 NFL games against the line from 2019-10-01T21:34

Rams at Seahawks, Jaguars at Panthers, Patriots at Redskins, Bills at Titans, Ravens at Steelers, Cardinals at Bengals, Falcons at Texans, Buccaneers at Saints, Vikings at Giants, Bears at Raiders,...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Titans do it again vs. Bills? from 2019-10-01T18:59:35

Coming off a dominating performance against the Falcons, the Titans will face the upstart Bills, who are coming off a deflating loss to the Patriots. Can Tennessee string two wins together?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 4 NFL games against the line from 2019-09-25T23:40:38

Eagles at Packers, Titans at Falcons, Redskins at Giants, Chargers at Dolphins, Raiders at Colts, Panthers at Texans, Chiefs at Lions, Browns at Ravens, Patriots at Bills, Buccaneers at Rams, Seaha...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Titans' offensive line get it together before facing Falcons? from 2019-09-25T22:37:48

The Titans' offensive line looked horrible against the Jaguars. Will this week against the 1-2 Falcons be any different? And why aren't we talking about the defense much?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 3 NFL games against the line from 2019-09-17T20:10:31

Tennessean sports director Tommy Deas, Titans beat writer Erik Bacharach and sports columnist Gentry Estes are picking every NFL game against the line this season.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Marcus Mariota, O-line continue to be problematic for Titans from 2019-09-17T18:26:34

Among the takeaways from the Titans' Week 2 loss to the Colts: Marcus Mariota is getting sacked too many times and needs to get rid of the ball faster, and the Titans need to stick with Derrick Hen...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 2 NFL games against the line from 2019-09-10T23:04:24

Tennessean sports director Tommy Deas and Titans beat writer Erik Bacharach are picking every NFL game against the line this season.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Titans repeat Week 1 success vs. Colts from 2019-09-10T22:08:52

Week 1 for the Titans is in the books, and for the most part, it was a success. Up next is the Andrew Luck-less Colts. What should the Titans expect?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Picking Week 1 NFL games against the line from 2019-09-03T23:43:48

Tennessean sports director Tommy Deas and Titans beat writer Erik Bacharach are picking every NFL game against the line this season.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Reviewing Titans roster and previewing Week 1 vs. Browns from 2019-09-03T21:43:23

How does the Titans' 53-man roster look heading into Week 1 against the Browns? And which Derrick Henry will show up -- the one from the first 12 games or last four games last season?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Derrick Henry save Titans' offense? from 2019-08-28T16:41:21

Titans running back Derrick Henry has missed a lot of time this preseason with an injury. Could his return help the offensive line's struggles?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What we learned from the preseason opener going into game vs. Patriots from 2019-08-12T22:00:15

Erik Bacharach, Tommy Deas and Paul Skrbina discuss the Titans' preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, and look ahead to a match up against the Patriots.

They also break down who ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Reviewing the scrimmage, previewing the Texans from 2019-08-06T01:43:44

What did we learn from the intrasquad scrimmage? Plus, The Athletic's Aaron Reiss joins us to discuss the Houston Texans in the first part of our AFC South preview.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What's catching our eye at Titans training camp? from 2019-07-28T22:16:42

Titans training camp is underway, and we've already had the first big surprise: Taylor Lewan says he's going to be suspended for violating the league policy on performance-enhancing substances. Mea...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Journalists recall covering Steve McNair's death from 2019-07-02T16:38:08

Ten years ago, Nashville and the NFL were rocked by news that quarterback Steve McNair had been shot to death. It left an indelible mark on his fans, the community and the journalists who covered h...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
5 storylines heading into Titans training camp from 2019-06-13T20:47:12

Minicamp is over. Training camp looms a few weeks away.

For the Titans, there’s no shortage of storylines as the team heads into training camp and its second season under coach Mike Vrabel.<...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What have we learned from Titans offseason practices so far? from 2019-06-05T18:21:42

The Titans have wrapped up OTAs. That's practice in layman's terms. But before mandatory minicamps start, we take a look at what we've learned so far in the offseason.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
First reactions to first glimpses of Titans rookies from 2019-05-20T23:11:12

Titans rookies recently hit the field for the first minicamp. And this week is the team's first offseason practice. What did the first glimpse show? And what are we hoping to see out of OTAs?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Analyzing the Titans' 2019 draft picks from 2019-04-28T00:58:46

The picks are in. And now it's our turn. Did the Titans fill all their needs in the NFL Draft? Did they take too much of a risk with Jeffery Simmons? How much of a steal was D'Andre Walker?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Ranking Titans' offseason acquisitions so far from 2019-03-19T15:41:10

The Titans are better now than they were a few weeks ago. Free agency can do that for a team. But which signing was the best? We rank the additions of defensive end Cameron Wake, quarterback Ryan T...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Wrapping up the combine and assessing Antonio Brown from 2019-03-05T18:16:27

Another NFL combine is in the books, so who moved up and who moved down the Titans' draft boards? And should the Titans consider trading a draft pick to get veteran wideout Antonio Brown?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Where do Titans stand heading into NFL combine? from 2019-02-20T17:30:18

The NFL draft in Nashville is getting closer, but first up is the NFL combine, a chance for team executives to interview and gauge prospects.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Talking Dean Pees, Arthur Smith and Titans' ticket price increase from 2019-02-07T22:44:56

The Titans' coordinators met with the media this week. What did they say and what should we make of it? Plus, is Tom Brady really the greatest of all time? Joe Rexrode's and Tommy Deas' take on Sup...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Who will Titans pick in first round after Senior Bowl scouting? from 2019-01-29T21:42:12

Senior Bowl week is over, and Titans beat writer Erik Bacharach is back from Mobile, Ala., with thoughts on who he thinks the Titans could draft in the first round. Plus we look back at the Arthur ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Is Arthur Smith the right guy for Titans' offensive coordinator? from 2019-01-24T18:12

It's Senior Bowl week, and that means lots of poking and prodding at some of the top prospects. But we poke and prod at the Titans' latest move, promoting tight ends coach Arthur Smith to offensive...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
How can Titans help Marcus Mariota most? from 2019-01-15T23:10:59

What can the Titans do with their player personnel to help Marcus Mariota? Does he need receiver help most of all? What about interior linemen? Is a stronger running game the answer?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Who were Titans MVP, most improved, biggest disappointment? from 2019-01-08T17:55:21

MVP? Biggest disappointment? Most improved? The end of the Titans season means we're handing out awards, but some of the answers might surprise you. Where do Marcus Mariota, Jurrell Casey and other...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What to make of Titans season, Marcus Mariota's future from 2018-12-31T09:53:43

The Titans ended their season with a loss to the Colts, so now it's time for questions. How was Mike Vrabel's first season as coach? Did the Titans overperform or underperform? And what's the futur...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
It's Titans vs. Colts for AFC playoff spot from 2018-12-24T20:22:34

The Titans and Colts are playing for a playoff spot in Week 17. But the Titans have key injuries to Marcus Mariota and Jurrell Casey, so ending the 10-game slide to Andrew Luck's Colts won't be easy.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Derrick Henry's breakout for Titans isn't really a breakout from 2018-12-19T17:11:57

Titans running back Derrick Henry has been magnificent lately, but that's no surprise to the guy who covered him at Alabama. Meet the newest member of the Talkin' Titans team, Tommy Deas, who cover...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Derrick Henry's 99-yard touchdown still impressive in hindsight from 2018-12-10T20:53:09

The 99-yard touchdown run by Titans running back Derrick Henry still looks impressive a few days later, even if you're watching the Tecmo version. Should he continue to get more carries, or will Di...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
What's the over/under on field goals for Titans/Jaguars? from 2018-12-05T01:16:08

Fresh off a remarkable comeback win against the Jets, the Titans get a short week and face a Jaguars defense that just shut out the Colts.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans are in 'utter desperation time' from 2018-11-28T18:11:50

No, the Titans' season isn't over despite the loss to the Texans. But it's definitely on the cusp of being over.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Which Titans will show up vs. Texans? from 2018-11-21T02:43:41

Are the Titans the team that got shut out against the Ravens and trampled by the Colts? Or are the team that throttled the Eagles and Patriots?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Malcolm Butler, Jonnu Smith show up in Titans' beatdown of Patriots from 2018-11-13T18:36:17

The play of safety Malcolm Butler and tight end Jonnu Smith were among the highlights of the Titans' pounding of the Patriots. Can they keep it up this week against the Indianapolis Colts?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can inconsistent Titans beat New England Patriots? from 2018-11-08T18:54:15

Which version of the Titans will show up to play the New England Patriots? And is it time to give LeShaun Sims a look over struggling Malcolm Butler?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Titans' season at a tipping point from 2018-10-31T17:47:30

With games coming up against the Dallas Cowboys and New England Patriots, this season is at a tipping point for the Titans. Which way will it go?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Will the Tennessee Titans address their wide receiver woes? from 2018-10-23T23:40:17

Will the Tennessee Titans address their wide receiver woes before the Oct. 30 trading deadline? Where do they stand in a jumbled AFC South race, with a 3-4 record and this Sunday off before a Nov. ...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Did Titans' loss to Bills highlight need for receiver trade? from 2018-10-09T23:10:44

Columnist Joe Rexrode and beat writer Erik Bacharach tackle the loss to the Bills and the problems at receiver. Can the Titans fix their problems before facing the Ravens?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Marcus Mariota looks healthy, Corey Davis breaks out in win vs. Eagles from 2018-10-02T20:42:19

Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota appears to be nearly 100 percent healthy after an elbow injury suffered in Week 1, and receiver Corey Davis finally had a game fitting of a first-round draft pick....

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Can Titans score another improbable win when Eagles visit? from 2018-09-26T22:55:17

Beat writer Erik Bacharach and columnist Joe Rexrode look back at the grit-it-out win over the Jaguars and look ahead to the game against the Eagles. Can the Titans score another improbable win?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Sizing up the Jaguars from 2018-09-18T23:51:46

Joe Rexrode and Erik Bacharach wrap up the Titans' Week 2 win over the Texans and look ahead at the surging Jaguars.

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Is there hope after Week 1? from 2018-09-11T21:23:25

Week 1 is in the books, and the 27-20 twice-lightning-delayed loss to the Dolphins raised new questions as the Titans (0-1) head into Week 2 against the Texans (0-1).

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Digging into Mike Vrabel's debut and predictions for the season from 2018-09-04T20:20:03

In the latest episode of Talkin' Titans, beat reporter Erik Bacharach and columnist Joe Rexrode (finally) turn the page on a long preseason and look ahead to Week 1 at Miami and beyond.

Wh...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Talkin' Titans: What will the 53-man roster look like? from 2018-08-29T19:37:50

How does the addition of Kamalei Correa shake up the Titans' linebacking corps? Does rookie tryout Robert Spillane find a way to crack the 53-man roster? What about running back Akrum Wadley?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Talkin' Titans: Where do things stand before preseason Game 3? from 2018-08-22T00:17:24

Where do things stand on the Titans' roster heading into a preseason game with the Pittsburgh Steelers?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Which receivers will make the Titans' roster? from 2018-08-14T22:32:07

Which of the Titans will stick around till the season?

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Reviewing the first couple weeks of training camp from 2018-08-08T16:25:42

Ahead of the Titans preseason opener at the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, Tennessean sports columnist Joe Rexrode and new Titans beat reporter Erik Bacharach discuss their observations through the...

Listen
Talkin' Titans
Will Taylor Lewan's holdout continue into training camp? from 2018-06-15T00:29:25

Will Taylor Lewan's holdout continue if he doesn't receive a new contract before the start of training camp?

Is Kevin Dodd just waiting to be cut?

What are the Titans' greatest st...

Listen