The former Titans scouting director sees better playmakers around Cam Ward and improved depth at several positions, but offensive line, cornerback and safety remain concerns.

By BLAKE BEDDINGFIELD, special correspondent

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After reviewing the Titans’ initial 53-man roster, I feel Mike Borgonzi has done a good job of acquiring playmakers for their young QB Cam Ward, but also building depth at some critical positions.  

Good NFL teams are not built on free agency or first-day draft picks. They are built by finding starters like Fernando Carmona, Marcus Harris and Gunnar Helm on the third day of the draft. Having starters on rookie contracts creates a net positive for a team looking to continue upgrading its roster in future years.

Titans offense huddles
The Titans offense huddles/ Angie Flatt

This is not a championship roster or even a playoff one, but it has some positives to build on.      

Beddingfield's Titans Roster Review

Continue reading

This story is for members

Paul Kuharsky has covered the Titans since 1996 - longer than any active beat reporter. Full access to every story, film study and podcast for $7.50/month or $81/year. Cancel anytime.

Paul Kuharsky has covered the Tennessee Titans since 1996, first for The Tennessean, then ESPN.com and now independently at paulkuharsky.com. He is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee and one of the longest-tenured Titans beat reporters in the franchise's history.