While the Tennessee Titans are coming off a disappointing 2023 season, the team is set to have some free agents who will certainly garner interest, whether that be from the team, around the league, or both.
In a recent list put together by Pro Football Focus’ Brad Spielberger that ranks the top 100 free agents slated to hit the open market in 2024, five Titans made the cut.
The list of Titans includes running back Derrick Henry, defensive lineman Denico Autry, quarterback Ryan Tannehill, linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair and center Aaron Brewer.
Defensive lineman Teair Tart was also included on the list, but of course, he’s now a member of the Houston Texans after Tennessee waived him, so he’s no longer a Titans free agent.
Two Titans players we thought could make the list but didn’t were cornerbacks Kristian Fulton and Sean Murphy-Bunting.
Granted, Fulton has injury concerns and is coming off a terrible season, but he’s still only 25 and has shown in the past he can be an impact player. SMB was the bigger surprise after putting together a solid campaign.
Here’s a look at where Spielberger ranked every Titan on the list and what he had to say about each. We’ll also provide some thoughts for each player.
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What Spielberger said:
There is only one “Tractorcito,” with his usage as a screen receiver in recent seasons adding another element to his game, causing comparisons to players like Steven Jackson and Chris Ivory to fall a bit short. Henry has not yet hit the proverbial wall, whether that is tied to a running back’s age or total carries. His 3.12 yards after contact per attempt in 2023 is still an 80th-percentile mark.
Going forward, Henry may not break off as many explosives as in years past, but he looks to have a few more seasons of bowling over defenders and scoring double-digit touchdowns in him.
Contract Projection: Two years, $20 million ($10 million per year), $13 million total guaranteed
Henry didn’t sound like someone who expects to be back in Nashville, and he’s made it quite clear his top priority is going to a team that has a chance to win a Super Bowl, something the Titans can’t provide. I’d be surprised if he’s back in 2024, especially after the firing of Mike Vrabel.
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