Will the Titans bring him back with Ryan Tannehill in 2023? Maybe, but the franchise is keeping its options open before April’s draft.
of Tennessee Titans Quarterback Ryan Tannehill He will play for the team in 2023But just like any other NFL franchise, they need to do their due diligence on every player in the draft. And this includes the quarter position.
With the 11th overall pick, the Titans are within striking distance of a young signal-caller, though perhaps not top prospects Bryce Young or CJ Stroud.
If Tennessee is seriously looking for Tannehill’s replacement (an immediate replacement), they may not have to go far.
Tennessee native Hendon Hooker is projected to be one of the most exciting pass rushers in this year’s draft class, and will likely be available outside of the top 10.
Hooker is reportedly headed to the Titans facility this week for a visit, and their meeting will fuel more speculation about what Tennessee plans to do with the first-round pick.
The Titans could take local talent like QB Hendon Hooker in April.
Considered a level below the likes of Young and Stroud, Hawker’s draft value has paid off analysts. Some believe he has top-ten potential, while others believe he should be taken in the third or fourth round.
The former Volunteer suffered a torn ACL last season and won’t be able to participate with his future team until training camp. Hooker should recover in time for the start of the 2023 season, but one can never be too sure, and in any case, throwing a developmental quarterback into the Lions den in his rookie season seems reckless.
Tennessee drafted quarterback Malik Willis last year, so going after Hooker would destroy the confidence Willis left. And don’t expect Ryan Tannehill to help mentor the rookie.
After a disappointing 2022 season, the Titans have made drastic changes to get under the cap and are looking to regain control of the AFC South — if that means taking their surprise quarterback, so be it.
Another product of the Tennessee area who could be the eyes of the franchise is wide receiver. Jalin HyattWhose draft prediction is everywhere. Hocker and Hyatt’s Tennessee connection may give them an edge over their peers, but it’s by no means the main reason.