The Tennessee Titans are a professional American football team based in Nashville, Tennessee. Established as the Houston Oilers in 1959 by Bud Adams, this storied franchise has been playing for over 60 years and currently plays its home games at Nissan Stadium. As members of the National Football League (NFL) under the American Football Conference (AFC), they strive to compete for championships each season with an exciting brand of physical play on both sides of the ball. With a passionate fanbase that spans multiple generations, there is no denying that supporting this premier NFL organization will be one heck of an experience.
1. Derrick Henry
Running back
Career
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2020)
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2019, 2020, 2022)
- 2× NFL rushing yards leader (2019, 2020)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2019, 2020)
- CFP National Champion (2015)
- Heisman Trophy (2015)
- Maxwell Award (2015)
- Doak Walker Award (2015)
- Walter Camp Award (2015)
- Unanimous All-American (2015)
- SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2015)
- First-team All-SEC (2015)
Derrick Henry was born on January 4, 1994, in Yulee, Florida. He attended high school at Yulee and played football for the Bears before enrolling at Alabama where he would be a three-year starter for the Crimson Tide.
Henry was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2016 with the second overall pick and has since become one of their most important players; appearing in all 16 games each season.
In 2018, he set a new NFL record for rushing yards by a running back in his first six games of the season (272).
His performances have earned him several awards including being named to both The Sporting News’ All-Rookie Team and AP’s All-Pro Second Team respectively as well as winning.
NFL MVP honors after leading his team to an 11–5 record during the 2019 campaign. Derrick Henry was a Heisman Trophy-winning running back for the Tennessee Titans.
He is one of only two players in NFL history to rush for 2,000 yards and score 20 touchdowns in his rookie season.
In 2020, Derrick Henry became the first player ever to win both the rushing and receiving titles in the same year. Derrick Henry has also been named First-team All-Pro twice (2019, 2020) and Second-team All-Pro twice (2019, 2020).
Derrick Henry was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a member of their Class of 2022 on August 3rd, 2021.
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2. Jeffery Simmons
Defensive end
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2021)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2021, 2022)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2017, 2018)
- Conerly Trophy (2018)
Simmons was a standout defensive lineman at Mississippi State and was drafted in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans.
Simmons has made an immediate impact with the Titans, impressing as a rookie in 2019 before being named to his first Pro Bowl this season.
Simmons is known for his stout play against the run and ability to disrupt opposing offenses from the interior of the defense.
As one of just a few young stars on an up-and-coming Tennessee team, Simmons will be looking to build on his impressive debut campaign in 2020. Simmons is a versatile defensive lineman who can play on the inside or outside.
He has the excellent pass-rushing ability and is one of the best in the league when it comes to getting to the quarterback. Simmons was second-team All-Pro in 2021 and 2022, as well as being named to two Pro Bowls and one First-team All-SEC team.
Simmons is an important part of Alabama's defense and could be a top pick in next year's NFL Draft if he decides to leave school early.
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3. Taylor Lewan
Tackle
Career
- 3× Pro Bowl (2016–2018)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
- 2× First-team All-American (2012, 2013)
- 3× First-team All-Big Ten (2011–2013)
- 2× Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year (2012, 2013)[1][2]
Taylor Lewan is a former Michigan Wolverine who was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 2014 NFL Draft. Lewan has started all but one game for the Titans and has been an effective tackle over his four-year career.
He is known as a powerful blocker who can move defenders at will, making him a key player on Tennessee's offense. Lewan is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in 2019, so he'll be looking to sign with another team soon.
Taylor Lewan is an all-around offensive lineman for the Detroit Lions. He has been a 3x Pro Bowler and 2x First Team All-American while playing at Michigan.
Lewan was drafted 4th overall in 2014 by the Detroit Lions and started 100 games over the next three seasons, including two as a rookie starter.
In 2018, injuries cost him his starting job and he spent time on injured reserve before being released in September of that year. Lewan signed with the Tennessee Titans but was waived after training camp this season.
4. Ryan Tannehill
Quarterback
Career
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2019)
- Pro Bowl (2019)
- NFL passer rating leader (2019)
Tannehill was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2012 and spent his first four seasons with the team. He signed with the Tennessee Titans in 2019 and has since led them to three straight playoff appearances.
Tannehill is a two-time Pro Bowler and was named MVP of Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams. Tannehill holds numerous NFL records, including the most touchdown passes in a season (34) and consecutive games with at least one touchdown pass (10).
In 2019, he became only the third quarterback ever to lead his team to an undefeated regular season record before losing in the playoffs. Ryan Tannehill is a former first-round pick of the Miami Dolphins who has spent his entire career with the team.
He has had some good and bad moments during his time in the NFL, but he is still a talented passer. In 2019, Ryan Tannehill led the league in passing yards and passer rating, proving that he still has some skills left in him. Unfortunately for Ryan Tannehill, the injury will prevent him from playing any further games this season.
5. Kevin Byard
Safety
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2017, 2021)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2017, 2021)
- NFL interceptions co-leader (2017)
- 2× First-team All-Conference USA (2014, 2015)
Byard was a safety for the Tennessee Titans from 2016-present. He started all 16 games in 2017 and recorded 134 tackles, four interceptions, two sacks, and one forced fumble.
In 2018, Byard had 116 tackles and an interception to go along with three sacks and one forced fumble. As of Week 14 of the 2019 season, he is ranked 5th on the NFL's official stat sheet with 97 total tackles (64 solos).
Kevin Byard is originally from Philadelphia but attended middle school at Martin Luther King Jr High School in Lithonia Georgia before playing college football at Middle Tennessee University.
where he majored in business administration Kevin Byard is one of the most decorated players in Tennessee Titans' history.
He has been a two-time first-team all-pro and three-time conference USA player of the year. Kevin also had an impressive career with 27 interceptions, 3 forced fumbles, 63 pass deflections, and 3 fumble recoveries which puts him in third place on Titan’s all-time list for defensive touchdowns.
In 2018 he was named to his second Pro Bowl and led the NFL with 11 interceptions including 4 against Jacksonville in week 15 clinched the AFC South for Nashville.
The Titans are hoping that Kevin can continue his success into next season where he will be looking to help lead them back to the playoffs after missing out last year.
6. A. J. Brown
Wide receiver
Career
- 2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
- Conerly Trophy (2017)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2017, 2018)
Brown was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2019. He played for the Tennessee Titans from 2019 to 2021 and then joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022.
Brown has made over 100 receptions for 1,500 yards and 10 touchdowns during his career so far. A. J. Brown was one of the most promising players in college football when he entered the NFL draft in 2019.
He quickly made an impact with the Rams, becoming a key part of their offense and earning multiple Pro Bowl nods along the way.
In addition to his impressive statistics on the field, Brown has also been involved in numerous community projects over his career thus far, further endearing himself to fans and teammates alike.
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7. Steve McNair
Quarterback
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (2003)
- Second-team All-Pro (2003)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2000, 2003, 2005)
- NFL passer rating leader (2003)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
- Tennessee Titans No. 9 retired
- Walter Payton Award (1994)
- 4× SWAC Player of the Year (1991–1994)
- SWAC Freshman of the Year (1991)
McNair was a three-time NFL MVP and second-team All-Pro. McNair led the Titans to their first playoff appearance in 14 years in 2006, but his time with Baltimore was cut short by injury.
McNair is also remembered for throwing an incredible game against the Indianapolis Colts in 2003 which included 438 passing yards, 5 touchdowns, and no interceptions - a record that still stands today.
Steve McNair was a three-time Pro Bowler and the NFL passer rating leader in 2003. He also won the Walter Payton Award in 1994, making him one of only two players to win both the Heisman Trophy and the Walter Payton Award (the other being Eddie George).
McNair played for several teams throughout his career, including the Tennessee Titans and Edmonton Oilers.
He is currently a member of the Tennessee Titans Ring of Honor and has been retired from that team since 2014. Steve McNair died on February 5th, 2018 after a long battle with cancer.
8. Chris Johnson
Running back
Career
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2009)
- First-team All-Pro (2009)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2008–2010)
- NFL rushing yards leader (2009)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
- 2× First-team All-C-USA (2006, 2007)
- C-USA Special Teams POY (2007)
Johnson was a running back for the Tennessee Titans from 2008 to 2013. Johnson had an impressive NFL career, rushing for 14,053 yards and 89 touchdowns in 128 games.
In 2014, Johnson signed with the New York Jets and played there until 2015 when he was traded to the Arizona Cardinals.
In 2017, Johnson retired after playing one final season with the Cardinals' rival team, the Los Angeles Rams He is one of the most accomplished running backs in NFL history and has been a three-time Pro Bowler.
He burst onto the scene as a rookie with 2,509 yards from scrimmage on his way to becoming the NFL's rushing leader that season.
Johnson continued to be among the league's top rushers over the next few seasons before succumbing to injuries in 2010.
Since then he has bounced back, signing with Tennessee Titans this past off-season and looking poised for another productive year at age 30.
9. Eddie George
Running back
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1996)
- First-team All-Pro (2000)
- Second-team All-Pro (1999)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1997–2000)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1996)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
- Tennessee Titans No. 27 retired
- Heisman Trophy (1995)
- Walter Camp Award (1995)
- Maxwell Award (1995)
- Doak Walker Award (1995)
- Big Ten Most Valuable Player (1995)
- Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year (1995)
- Unanimous All-American (1995)
- Ohio State Buckeyes No. 27 retired
Eddie George was a highly successful NFL player, winning three Super Bowl rings with the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football at Ohio State and spent time with the Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans in his career.
After retiring from playing football, he became head coach of the Tennessee State Tigers in 2007. As of April 2017, he is still coaching there, having led them to two bowl games during that time period.
Eddie George is a former professional American football player who played for the Tennessee Titans and Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League (CFL).
He was drafted by the Titans in the third round of the 1995 NFL Draft and earned Pro Bowl selection in 1997, 1999, 2000, and 2001.
In 2003, he signed with Edmonton as a free agent where he spent four seasons before returning to play for Tennessee in 2007.
Throughout his career, George accumulated numerous awards and accolades including NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1996), First-team All-Pro honors (2000) and Second-team All-Pro nods (1999).
His best season came in 2000 when he registered 1,102 yards from scrimmage on 116 carries with seven touchdowns while adding 39 receptions for 339 yards and one touchdown through 14 games played.
After playing out his contract with Tennessee in 2011, Eddie George retired from professional football following an unsuccessful attempt to join fellow Titan Vince Young on another CFL team
– The BC Lions – during training camp that year; however, rumors persist that he may return to play again at some point.
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10. Keith Bulluck
Linebacker
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2003, 2007)
- Second-team All-Pro (2002)
- Pro Bowl (2003)
- First-team All-Big East (1999)
- Second-team All-Big East (1998)
Keith Bulluck is a linebacker who played for the Tennessee Titans, New York Giants, and Atlanta Falcons in his career. He was drafted by the Titans in 2000 and spent five seasons with them before moving to the Giants in 2010.
He has made two Pro Bowls (with Tennessee in 2003 and 2004) and earned All-Pro honors on three occasions (2002, 2005, 2008). Keith Bulluck also holds the record for most tackles recorded during a single season – 1,106 during 2006 with the Titans.
In 2009 he signed with the Falcons but only managed to play sporadically due to injuries over the following two years before retiring at age 34 Keith Bulluck was a Pro Bowl selection in 2003 and has been one of the most consistent players at linebacker in the NFL.
He played for four different teams during his career, but always found success with each team he joined. Keith is known for being an aggressive player who loves to get into the backfield on defense. He will be missed by fans and teammates after announcing his retirement earlier this year.
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11. Rodger Saffold
Guard
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2017)
- Pro Bowl (2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010)
- 2× Second-team All-Big Ten (2008, 2009)
Rodger Saffold was drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the 2010 NFL Draft and spent four seasons with them before moving to the Los Angeles Rams in 2018.
Rodger Saffold is a versatile guard who has played both tackle and guard positions in his career, which gives him plenty of experience for any team he signs with next season.
Rodger Saffold is known as a hard worker on the field, always hustling to make plays for his team no matter what situation arises.
Rodger Saffold is one of only three players ever to win two Pro Bowl selections (2013, 2014) at Guard while playing with different teams over the course of his career - joining Joe Greene and Walter Payton as members of that exclusive club.
In 2021, Rodger will be 34 years old and looking to continue contributing at an elite level for whichever team signs him next year Rodger Saffold was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft.
He has played for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Rams, and Buffalo Bills over his career. Rodger Saffold is a powerful running back who can take on defenders one-on-one.
Rodger Saffold had an outstanding 2017 season with the Buffalo Bills, rushing for 1,089 yards and 10 touchdowns while also catching 50 passes for 511 yards and another touchdown.
Rodger Saffold is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time Second Team All-Pro player who will likely continue playing in the NFL throughout the 2021 and 2022 seasons at least.
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12. Harold Landry
Defensive end
Career
- Pro Bowl (2021)
- Second team All-ACC (2016)
- Third team All-ACC (2017)
Harold Landry played college football at Boston College and was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2018.
Landry is an outside linebacker who has appeared in 44 games for the Titans over the past two seasons.
In addition to his playing career, Landry also serves as a mentor to young athletes and participates in community outreach activities.
Harold Landry is 26 years old and stands 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 252 pounds Harold Landry is a linebacker for the New England Patriots and was drafted in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft.
He has had an impressive rookie season, starting all 16 games and recording 138 total tackles, 2 sacks, 2 interceptions, and 2 fumble recoveries. Harold Landry is known for his speed and ability to make plays on the field.
13. Jevon Kearse
Defensive end
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1999)
- First-team All-Pro (1999)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1999–2001)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1999)
- NCAA national champion (1996)
- First-team All-American (1998)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (1997, 1998)
- SEC Defensive Player of the Year (1998)
- Florida–Georgia Hall of Fame
Jevon Kearse was selected 16th overall by the Tennessee Titans in the 1999 NFL Draft. He played for the Titans from 1999 to 2003 and then spent four seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles before rejoining the Titans in 2008.
Kearse is an experienced defensive end who has recorded over 100 tackles and 10 sacks during his career. His best season came in 2004 when he registered 10 sacks and 55 tackles for a loss, helping lead Philadelphia to their first-ever Super Bowl appearance.
Kearse will turn 47 years old this September and may have already called it quits on his playing career, though no announcement has been made as of yet.
Regardless, he will always be remembered as one of the most talented pass rushers in NFL history Jevon Kearse was known as one of the most dominant defensive players in NFL history.
He recorded 313 total tackles, 74 sacks, and 26 forced fumbles during his career. Kearse played for the New York Jets from 1999 to 2001 before joining the Seattle Seahawks in 2002.
In Seattle, he won three Pro Bowls and was named First-team All-Pro twice.
Kearse is a member of both the NCAA Hall of Fame and Florida–Georgia Hall of Fame, having won two national championships with Florida State University (1996, 1998) and leading Georgia to an SEC title in 1998.
After retiring from football following the 2003 season, Kearse worked as an analyst for ESPN’s Monday Night Football coverage until his retirement from that role in 2017.
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14. Bruce Matthews
Career
- 7× First-team All-Pro (1988–1990, 1992, 1998–2000)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1991, 1993)
- 14× Pro Bowl (1988–2001)
- Bart Starr Award (2001)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1983)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
- Tennessee Titans No. 74 retired
- Morris Trophy (1982)
- Consensus All-American (1982)
- 2× First-team All-Pacific-10 (1981, 1982)
- Texas Sports Hall of Fame
Bruce Matthews was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the 1983 NFL Draft. He played for them from 1983 to 1988 and then spent two seasons with the Seattle Seahawks before retiring.
Bruce Matthews is best known for his time with the Bills, where he helped lead that team to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances (1984–1987). His play on both sides of the ball made him one of the most versatile players in NFL history.
After retirement, Bruce Matthews served as long snapper for several teams before eventually retiring in 2007.
Throughout his career, he showed incredible resilience and determination, qualities that have led him to be considered one of the greatest guards in NFL history.
Bruce Matthews was an All-Pro offensive lineman for the Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans from 1988 to 2001.
He played 14 seasons in the NFL, earning seven first-team accolades and two second-team selections. After retiring as a player, Matthews served as the head coach of the Texans from 2010 to 2013.
In his short tenure with Houston, he led the team to win records in each of his four seasons at the helm.
Matthews is also known for his work as an assistant coach with both teams after retirement - most notably with stints on staff with offenses that produced back-to-back Super Bowl championships (the Titans in 2003 and 2004).
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15. Julio Jones
Wide receiver
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2015, 2016)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2017–2019)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2012, 2014–2019)
- 2× NFL receiving yards leader (2015, 2018)
- NFL receptions co-leader (2015)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
- BCS national champion (2009)
- SEC Freshman of the Year (2008)
- First-team All-SEC (2010)
- Second-team All-SEC (2008)
Julio Jones is one of the most accomplished receivers in NFL history. He has won multiple awards and accolades, including three consecutive Pro Bowl appearances from 2015 to 2017.
Julio Jones was drafted sixth overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2011 and has since had an illustrious career with the team. He enjoyed a stellar rookie season, setting league records for receiving yards and touchdowns while also being named Rookie of the Year.
In 2018, he led all wide receivers with 1,409 yards on 107 receptions as part of an explosive Atlanta offense that went deep into playoff contention.
Julio Jones remains one of the top players in the game today - his combination of size (6'3", 220lbs), speed (he's running a 4.33 40-yard dash) and ability to make spectacular catches makes him a difficult player to defend no matter who he plays against.
As one of only six players ever to have at least 10,000 receiving yards and 500 touchdown receptions in their career, Julio Jones is unquestionably one of football's greatest talents ever. Julio Jones is a well-known and highly decorated NFL player.
He has won multiple awards and accolades throughout his career, including 2 first-team All-Pro selections and 3 second-team All-Pros. Julio Jones was drafted 1st overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2011, making him one of the most talented players to ever enter the league.
Julio Jones had an outstanding rookie season, catching 96 passes for 1,426 yards and 10 touchdowns - all rookie records at the time.
In 2012, Julio Jones became just the 5th player in NFL history to record over 1000 receiving yards in a single season – he finished with 1126 yards on 147 receptions alone.
In 2013, Julio Jones led the Falcons to their first Super Bowl victory since 1999 (they also made it back to The Big Game in 2017).
During that game, he caught 11 passes for 154 yards and 2 touchdowns – an amazing performance that helped seal Atlanta’s place as kings of football once again.
16. Derrick Mason
Career
- Tennessee Oilers / Tennessee Titans (1997–2004)
- Baltimore Ravens (2005–2010)
- New York Jets (2011)
- Houston Texans (2011)
Derrick Mason was one of the most prolific receivers in NFL history, amassing 11,236 yards and 81 touchdowns during his career.
He originally signed with the Tennessee Oilers as an undrafted free agent in 1997 and spent four seasons with them before joining the Baltimore Ravens in 2005.
Despite being drafted by the Detroit Lions fourth overall in 1994, he only played for them for two seasons before moving to Baltimore.
Mason is best known for his time with the Ravens where he helped lead them to Super Bowl XXXVIII victory against New England Patriots.
After finishing up his tenure with Houston Texans in 2011, Mason retired from professional football at the age of 38 years old after a 12-year career that saw him play 216 games and rack up over 10,000 receiving yards and 81 touchdowns.
Derrick Mason was a two-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro who spent his entire 16-year career with the Baltimore Ravens.
He registered 973 receptions for 12,061 yards and 66 touchdowns over his career. Mason also returned 5,086 yards on 388 returns for three touchdowns throughout his NFL tenure.
17. Albert Haynesworth
Defensive tackle
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2002–2008)
- Washington Redskins (2009–2010)
- New England Patriots (2011)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2011)
Albert Haynesworth is a very large and strong defensive tackle who has played in the NFL for thirteen seasons.
He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2002 and spent six seasons with them before moving to the Washington Redskins in 2009.
In 2010, he signed with the New England Patriots but only played two games for them before being traded back to Washington later that season.
After another year with Washington, he moved on to play for the Dallas Cowboys from 2012-2014 before retiring at the end of his contract in 2015.
Albert Haynesworth was drafted by the Washington Redskins in 2002 and played for them until 2008. He signed with the New England Patriots in 2009 but was released after one season.
He then signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he has been since 2011. Albert Haynesworth is a defensive tackle who plays mainly at nose guard or defensive end in the NFL.
His nickname is "The Beast." Albert Haynesworth has been fined multiple times for unnecessary roughness, including an incident during.
his time with the Redskins in which he threw a player to the ground and stomped on him; this sparked a three-game suspension that led to his release from Washington (Haynesworth pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault).
In 2012, he left training camp early because of disputes over playing time with Tampa Bay coach Greg Schiano; Schiano said afterward.
That Haynessworth had not demonstrated any ability to be an effective teammate outside of footballing terms – comments which drew criticism from players on both teams involved as well as various media outlets and analysts alike.
On March 10th, 2016 it was announced that Haynswroth would retire at season end due to ongoing knee issues.
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18. Kevin Mawae
Center
Career
- 7× First-team All-Pro (1999–2002, 2004, 2007, 2008)
- Second-team All-Pro (1998)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1999–2004, 2008, 2009)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1994)
- New York Jets Ring of Honor
- First-team All-SEC (1991)
- Second-team All-SEC (1993)
Mawae played for the Seattle Seahawks, New York Jets, and Tennessee Titans during his career. Mawae was a key member of three teams that made it to the playoffs.
In 2009, Mawae joined the Indianapolis Colts as their tight ends coach. He is known for his expertise in coaching tight ends and has helped numerous players reach their potential both on and off the field.
Kevin Mawae was a standout offensive lineman for the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals during his 16-year NFL career. He played in seven Pro Bowls and was a two-time First-team All-Pro selection.
After retiring from football, Kevin Mawae became an assistant coach with the Bears and Colts before joining the Jets as their tight ends coach in 2018.
19. Lorenzo Neal
Career
- New Orleans Saints (1993–1996)
- New York Jets (1997)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1998)
- Tennessee Titans (1999–2000)
- Cincinnati Bengals (2001–2002)
- San Diego Chargers (2003–2007)
- Baltimore Ravens (2008)
- Oakland Raiders (2009)*
Lorenzo Neal was a fullback for the New Orleans Saints from 1993 to 1996. He then played for the Jets and Titans before retiring in 2000.
Lorenzo Neal is now a football coach at Bishop Amat High School in La Puente, California.
Neal was a two-time first-team All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowl selection in his 10-year NFL career.
Neal is best known for his abilities as a rusher, with over 800 yards and 18 touchdowns on the ground. Neal also had success through the air, catching 156 passes for 2,394 yards and 14 touchdowns during his career.
He played college football at Brigham Young University where he was an all-American wrestler as well as a three-time First Team All-Big West Conference selection in both football and wrestling while playing there from 1991 to 1992.
20. Rob Bironas
Placekicker
Career
- Green Bay Packers (2002)*
- Charleston Swamp Foxes (2003)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2003)*
- Carolina Cobras (2004)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2004)*
- New York Dragons (2005)
- Tennessee Titans (2005–2013)
Rob Bironas was born on January 29, 1978, in Louisville, Kentucky. He attended Trinity High School where he played football and basketball.
In football, he was a two-sport star and led his team to the state championships both as a quarterback and kicker.
After graduating from high school, Rob decided to play college football at Georgia Southern instead of going into the military like many of his friends were doing at the time.
While playing for the GSU Eagles, Bironas set several records including being one of only three players ever to make over 500 field goals in a career (he ended up with 516).
The Packers drafted him in 2001 but he never made an appearance in a regular season game for them before being traded to Tennessee during the 2006 season.
With Titans, Bironas became one of only six players ever to score over 1,000 points in multiple seasons (he finished with 1,089).
His most memorable moment came on December 2nd, 2009 when he kicked four field goals against Jacksonville en route to winning their divisional playoff game 43-37 - this is still considered by some as one of the greatest feats in NFL history.
On September 20th, 2014 Rob passed away after suffering from cardiac arrest while practicing for his charity kickball game that same day.
aged 36 years old it remains sadly as one of Nashville's darkest days Rob Bironas is a former NFL kicker who played for the Tennessee Titans from 2005 to 2013.
He was a three-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro in 2007. Bironas holds several league records, including the most field goals made in a game (8) and most points scored in a game, but no touchdowns (26).
After leaving the NFL, he went on to play for the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League in 2014 and 2015 before retiring at the end of his second season with them.
21. Steve Hutchinson
Guard
Career
- 5× First-team All-Pro (2003, 2005, 2007–2009)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2004, 2006)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2003–2009)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2001)
- 50 Greatest Vikings
- National champion (1997)
- Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year (2000)
- Unanimous All-American (2000)
- Rose Bowl champion (1997)
- Orange Bowl champion (1999)
- 2× Florida Citrus Bowl champion (1998, 2000)
Hutchinson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2001 but did not play a single game for them. He was signed by the Minnesota Vikings shortly after and played there until 2005.
Hutchinson then spent two seasons with the Tennessee Titans before signing with the Minnesota Vikings again in 2006.
He would stay with them until 2011. Hutchinson has since retired from football, but he continues to work as a guard for the Minneapolis Swarm of the Arena Football League (AFL).
Steve Hutchinson is married and has three children: two daughters and one son. Hutchinson was a four-time first-team All-Pro and two-time second-team All-Pro, earning seven Pro Bowl appearances in his nine seasons with the Vikings.
Hutchinson led the NFL in rushing yards three times (2003, 2005, 2007) and touchdowns once (2006).
He also finished seventh in receptions during his career with 184 catches for 2,527 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Hutchinson played college football at Florida State University where he won the National Championship as well as the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year award in 2000.
After retiring from professional football following the 2009 season Hutchinson became an analyst on ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcasts before joining Fox Sports North as an assistant coach for their Minnesota Vikings coverage starting in 2018.
22. Kyle Vanden Bosch
Defensive end
Career
- Arizona Cardinals (2001–2004)
- Tennessee Titans (2005–2009)
- Detroit Lions (2010–2012)
Kyle Vanden Bosch was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2001 and played for them from 2001-2004.
He was a two-time All Pro selection with the Cardinals and won a Super Bowl title with them in 2003.
After leaving the Cardinals, he signed with the Lions in 2005 but only played one season there before retiring at the end of 2006 due to injury.
Kyle has since been involved in broadcasting and coaching, most recently serving as defensive coordinator for an NFL team between 2014-2016 before resigning midseason due to personal reasons.
Kyle Vanden Bosch was a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time Draddy Trophy recipient with the Tennessee Titans.
In his ten seasons in the NFL, Kyle Vanden Bosch recorded 464 tackles, 58 sacks, 20 forced fumbles, 6 fumble recoveries, and one defensive touchdown.
Kyle Vanden Bosch is a highly respected player both on and off the field due to his hard work ethic and passion for the game of football.
23. Stephen Tulloch
Linebacker
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2006–2010)
- Detroit Lions (2011–2015)
- Philadelphia Eagles (2016)
Stephen Tulloch was born on January 1, 1985, in Miami, Florida. He attended high school at Miami Killian and played college football at North Carolina State.
Stephen Tulloch was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL Draft.
He spent four seasons with the Titans before signing with the Detroit Lions in 2011.
Stephen Tulloch has also appeared in games for the Oakland Raiders, St Louis Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars, and New England Patriots over his career.
In 2015, he signed a one-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks but retired after only two months due to injury problems.
Stephen Tulloch is currently an analyst for Fox Sports Tennessee covering their NFL coverage.. At 6-foot-3 and 247 pounds, Stephen Tulloch is a physical linebacker who can take on any offensive player.
After playing at the University of Tennessee, Tulloch was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft.
In his seven seasons with Detroit, he played in 107 games and recorded 949 tackles, 14.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 12 fumble recoveries, and 5 interceptions.
In 2013 Tulloch signed with the Philadelphia Eagles where he has continued to be an impact player for them over the past four seasons (2016–2019).
At 34 years old Stephen Tulloch is looking to continue his career playing football at either a high level or as a coach after retiring from professional play in 2019.
24. David Stewart
Tackle
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2005–2013)
David Stewart was a standout lineman at Mississippi State and was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2005. Stewart has played for the Colts, Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders, Cincinnati Bengals, and Tennessee Titans over his career.
He is best known for his time with the Bengals where he won two Super Bowls (2011, 2018). In 2019, Stewart signed with the Dallas Cowboys but he was released before the start of the season. Stewart is currently a free agent and looking to continue playing in the NFL next season.
David Stewart was a standout player at the University of Tennessee and made an immediate impact with the Titans as their starting center.
He quickly became one of the NFL's top centers and helped guide the Titans to back-to-back playoff appearances in his first two seasons. However, injuries took their toll on Stewart over the next several years and he was unable to recapture his previous form.
When he announced his retirement after thirteen seasons in 2013, David Stewart had accumulated virtually every accolade that is possible for an NFL center, including three Pro Bowl selections.
25. Cortland Finnegan
Cornerback
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2006–2011)
- St. Louis Rams (2012–2013)
- Miami Dolphins (2014)
- Carolina Panthers (2015)
- New Orleans Saints (2016)*
Cortland Finnegan is a former NFL cornerback. He was drafted by the Titans in 2006 and played for them until 2011. He signed with the Rams in 2012 and stayed there until 2013 before moving to Miami.
In 2014, he retired after playing just one season for the Dolphins. Cortland Finnegan is a veteran cornerback who has played for the Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints in his career.
He is well-known for his aggressiveness on defense, which has led to him being named to several All-Pro teams throughout his career.
Finnegan also has experience playing both cornerbacks and safety, making him a versatile player on the field.
Injuries have been an issue for Finnegan in recent years, limiting him to just eight games in 2016 with the Saints after missing most of 2015 with an injury as well.
26. Jake Locker
Quarterback
Career
- Freshman All-American (2007)
- Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (2007)
Jake Locker was drafted 8th overall by the Tennessee Titans in the 2011 NFL Draft. He started all 16 games for the Titans as a rookie and led them to their first playoff appearance since 2003.
In 2013, he struggled with injuries but still managed to play in 13 games and record 3,818 yards passing with 24 touchdowns against 11 interceptions.
The following year he missed most of training camp due to a foot injury which caused him to miss the entire season opener against Jacksonville Jaguars.
Jake Locker signed with Seattle Seahawks on March 10, 2016, after being released by Tennessee Titans earlier that day Jake Locker was a highly touted quarterback prospect when he played for the University of Tennessee.
He led his team to a 10-3 record and an appearance in the BCS National Championship game as a freshman but struggled mightily in his sophomore year.
The Titans acquired him in a trade with Seattle during the 2013 offseason and he has since started all 16 games for them twice, completing over 60% of his passes each time while also rushing for over 500 yards and five touchdowns.
His play has earned him several award nominations, including NFL Comeback Player of the Year honors last season after returning from injuries that sidelined him for most of 2012.
Also Played For: washington huskies football, 2011 nfl draft
27. Michael Roos
Tackle
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2008, 2011)
- Second-team All-Pro (2009)
- Pro Bowl (2008)
- Eastern Washington Eagles Jersey No. 71 retired
Michael Roos is a 6'7" offensive tackle who was drafted in the second round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. Roos has played for the Falcons, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings over his career.
He won a Super Bowl with the Vikings in 2016. Michael Roos is married to Brittney Roos and they have one child together - son Landon Reece Roos-Allen (born October 10, 2013). MichaelRoos speaks three languages: English, Estonian, and German fluently.
Michael Roos started 148 consecutive games for the Tennessee Titans from 2005 to 2014. He was a 2-time First Team All-Pro and won a Pro Bowl in 2008. Roos retired as the all-time leader in fumble recoveries with 1, including an NFL record of 5 straight during his career (2008-2012).
Michael is now coaching linebackers at Eastern Washington University where he just led them to their first conference championship game since 1984.
Also Played For: nfl europe
28. Yancey Thigpen
Career
- San Diego Chargers (1991)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (1992–1997)
- Tennessee Oilers / Titans (1998–2000)
Yancey Thigpen was a standout receiver at Winston-Salem State and he was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 1991. He played for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1992 to 1997.
Thigpen finished his career with over 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. After retiring from football, Yancey started a sports marketing company that helps athletes market themselves online.
In 2006, Yancey co-founded Athletes First Sports Management, which is one of the leading athlete representation firms in the world today.
Yancey lives in Charlotte, North Carolina with his wife and two children Yancey Thigpen was a standout receiver at Tennessee and had successful stints with the Oilers/Titans.
He accumulated 313 receptions for 5,081 yards and 30 touchdowns in his career. Yancey is most remembered for his 1995 Pro Bowl season where he caught six passes for 137 yards and a touchdown.
After playing 11 seasons in the NFL, Yancey retired in 2000 after spending time with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Cincinnati Bengals.
29. Treylon Burks
Wide receiver
Career
- First-team All-SEC (2021)
- 2× second-team All-SEC (2019, 2020)
- SEC All-Freshman Team (2019)
Treylon Burks was born on March 23, 2000, in Flint, Michigan. He played football and basketball at Warren High School before attending Arkansas for college in 2019-2021.
In his freshman year at Arkansas, he caught 44 passes for 698 yards and six touchdowns en route to being named First Team All-SEC by the SEC media members.
The Titans selected him with the 18th pick of the 2022 NFL Draft and he signed a four-year contract worth $5 million USD soon after.
Treylon Burks is a wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans. He was drafted in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Burks has had success at both colleges and in the NFL, being named to multiple All-SEC teams and earning first-team all-conference honors twice.
His most successful season came in 2021 when he caught 29 passes for 425 yards and one touchdown, helping lead his team to an SEC championship victory.
In addition to his on-field achievements, Burks also earned two SEC Freshman Team Awards during his time with Tennessee University (2019).
Looking forward, Burks will continue trying to make an impact both on and off the field while playing for the Titans.
30. Anthony Firkser
Tight end
Career
- New York Jets (2017)*
- Kansas City Chiefs (2017–2018)*
- Tennessee Titans (2018–2021)
- Atlanta Falcons (2022–present)
Anthony Firkser was a tight end for the Harvard Crimson from 2013-2016. He was undrafted in 2017 but signed with Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent and made their roster that year.
In 2018, he had his best season yet with Atlanta, recording 45 receptions for 548 yards and three touchdowns en route to being named to the Pro Bowl.
The 2019 season has been less successful so far, with just four catches for 41 yards through six games played so far this season.
Anthony Firkser was drafted by the Jets in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He played college football at Western Michigan University, where he had 111 receptions for 1,521 yards and nine touchdowns over his three seasons with the Broncos.
Firkser is a versatile receiver who can play on all four levels of the offense and has experience as both a slot receiver and outside receiver.
The Jets are hoping that Anthony Firkser will provide depth behind Robby Anderson and Quincy Enunwa while they try to rebuild their receiving corps this offseason.
31. Josh Reynolds
Wide receiver
Career
- Los Angeles Rams (2017–2020)
- Tennessee Titans (2021)
- Detroit Lions (2021–present)
Josh Reynolds was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
He played college football at Texas A&M and recorded 1,593 yards on 114 receptions with six touchdowns in his three seasons there.
Reynolds has appeared in 24 games over two seasons with the Titans and has totaled 97 receptions for 1,425 yards and eight touchdowns. Reynolds is a big-bodied receiver who can go up and get balls thrown his way deep downfield.
His strong hands help him make difficult catches look easy, which makes him a valuable target for quarterbacks across the league.
With continued development as a route runner, Josh could become one of the top wide receivers in the game within several years' time Reynolds has always been a talented receiver and was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Reynolds finished his rookie season with 179 receptions for 2,309 yards and 14 touchdowns. He is coming off an impressive sophomore campaign where he had 174 receptions for 2,728 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Reynolds is one of the most dangerous receivers in the league and should continue to produce high numbers over the next few seasons.
32. Adoree' Jackson
Cornerback
Career
- Jim Thorpe Award (2016)
- Jet Award (2016)
- Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year (2016)
- Pac-12 Defensive Freshman of the Year (2014)
- Consensus All-American (2016)
- 2× First-team All-Pac-12 (2015, 2016)
Adoree Jackson is a cornerback for the New York Giants. He was drafted in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans, but he only played one season with them before being traded to the Giants.
At USC, Jackson won two Pac-12 titles and was named a First Team All-American as a junior in 2016. After going undrafted that year, he signed with the Titans and made an impression on coach Mike Mularkey who saw potential in him.
In 2018, Jackson had an excellent season for both his team (the Giants) and himself; he was named to his first Pro Bowl and finished second in voting for the AP Defensive Player of the Year Award behind Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson.
Adoree has been praised throughout his career for his exceptional athleticism which allows him to cover receivers very well downfield as well as break up passes in close quarters; this makes him extremely valuable to any defensive unit Adoree' Jackson is a cornerback who was drafted in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
He played college football at USC and was an All-American selection in 2016. Jackson has had success both as a returner and defender in his career so far, with 313 total tackles, 48 pass deflections, 3 interceptions, 4 forced fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery over the past four seasons.
He is set to start for the Oakland Raiders this season after being acquired from the Seattle Seahawks during free agency.
33. Corey Davis
Wide receiver
Career
- First-team All-American (2016)
- MAC Offensive Player of the Year (2016)
- Paul Warfield Trophy (2016)
- 3× First-team All-MAC (2014, 2015, 2016)
- MAC Freshman of the Year (2013)
- 2014 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl MVP
Corey Davis was born in 1995 and is 27 years old as of 2018. Corey attended Wheaton Warrenville South High School before going on to play college football at Western Michigan.
After being drafted fifth overall by the Tennessee Titans in 2017, Davis has since spent time with the Jets (where he made).
his debut in Week 4 of the 2019 season) and most recently returned to the Titans for their final game of the year against Jacksonville Jaguars.
With 1,098 receiving yards and eight touchdowns through 20 games played over three seasons with Tennessee, New York, and Jacksonville respectively,
Davis is unquestionably one of the NFL's top receivers currently playing Corey Davis is a decorated college football player who has already made an impact in the NFL.
He was named First-team All-American and MAC Offensive Player of the Year in 2016, and he has continued to be one of the top receivers in the league.
Corey Davis also won multiple awards during his collegiate career, including three MAC Awards as well as the Paul Warfield Trophy.
He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans with their first pick in 2017, and he's been a mainstay on their offense ever since then.
Corey Davis is known for his speed and athleticism, which have led him to record numbers both at Michigan State University and in professional football thus far.
34. Ben Jones
Center
Career
- Houston Texans (2012–2015)
- Tennessee Titans (2016–present)
Ben Jones was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2012 and he has since played for them through 2021. He is a center and he started all 16 games for the Titans in 2018.
Ben Jones has also appeared in 74 games over the course of his career, including 43 starts. Ben Jones is an Alabama native who attended Centreville High School before playing college football at Georgia where he won SEC Defensive Player of the Year honors as a senior in 2010.
Ben Jones has been nominated for two Pro Bowls (2017, 2019) and was named to the All-Pro Team twice (2018, 2020).
In addition to his on-field accomplishments, Jones is also known for his charitable work with various organizations such as Feeding America and Kids Against Childhood Cancer Foundation among others.
Ben Jones was a standout linebacker at the University of Tennessee and was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2012.
He played for the team from 2012 to 2015 before joining the Titans in 2016. Ben Jones is an excellent run defender and has recorded 149 tackles, 2 sacks, 4 interceptions, 1 forced fumble, and 5 passes defended during his NFL career.
Ben Jones has also been very effective against the pass with 10 interceptions over 144 games played (including playoffs).
The 26-year-old linebacker is coming off a season where he started all 16 games for Tennessee and finished with 100 tackles, 3 sacks, 2 interceptions, 1 forced fumble, and 7 passes defended.
With fellow linebackers Wesley Woodyard (Denver Broncos) and Derrick Morgan (New York Jets) both entering their 30s soon it will be interesting to see if Jones can continue to produce on an elite level as he nears his prime years as a player.
35. Blaine Bishop
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2000)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1995–1997, 2000)
- First-team All-Conference - UPI (1995)
- Second-team All-Conference - UPI (1996)
Bishop was drafted by the Houston Oilers in the 8th round of the 1993 NFL Draft. Bishop spent his first four seasons with the Oilers before being traded to Tennessee for a sixth-round pick in 2001.
After one season with the Titans, Bishop was released and signed with Philadelphia as a free agent in 2002.
In 2003, Bishop had a breakout year with PHI recording 112 tackles, two interceptions, and seven forced fumbles on his way to being named an All-Pro selection.
The following season saw continued success as he led Philly in tackles (131), interceptions (three), and sacks (four).
At 34 years old, Bishop retired after 11 seasons playing professionally including five with Philadelphia where they made it to three consecutive NFC Championship Games from 2005–2007.
Bishop was a dominant linebacker in the NFL for many years, playing on two Pro Bowl teams and finishing with over 700 tackles.
He also had an impressive record of recovering fumbles and intercepting passes, which helped him rack up plenty of statistical accolades.
Bishop retired from the NFL after the 2006 season, but he remains a beloved figure in Minnesota thanks to his accomplishments on the field and his community involvement off it.
36. Rashaan Evans
Linebacker
Career
- 2× CFP national champion (2015, 2017)
- First-team All-American (2017)
- All-SEC (2017)
Rashaan Evans was born on November 8, 1995 in Auburn, Alabama. He attended high school at Auburn and played for the Tigers from 2012 to 2017.
In 2018, he was drafted by the Tennessee Titans as a linebacker but only spent one season with them before being traded to Atlanta Falcons in 2020.
Evans has since made an impact with the Falcons and is considered one of their key players both on and off the field.
Rashaan Evans is a two-time CFP national champion and first-team All-American. Evans played in 47 games over four seasons at Alabama, recording 451 tackles, 4.0 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 5 fumble recoveries.
The 24-year-old signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2018 and has since made an impact on defense for the team appearing in 13 games so far this season.
With his strong play this year, it's likely that Evans will be considered for selection in the 2019 Pro Bowl which will take place on Sunday, January 27th.
37. Frank Wycheck
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2000)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1998–2000)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
Frank Wycheck was a tight end for the Washington Redskins from 1993 to 1994. He then had a brief stint with the Houston / Tennessee Oilers and Titans before ending his career with the Redskins.
Frank Wycheck is best known for his time with the Redskins where he helped lead them to three consecutive NFC East championships (1993-1995).
After retiring as a player, Wycheck became an NFL analyst on ESPN and also served as head coach of the San Francisco 49ers' team in Madden NFL 07 video game Frank Wycheck was an effective receiver for the Titans and Oilers during his career.
He was a two-time Pro Bowler and Second Team All-Pro in 2000. Wycheck is also a member of the Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor.
38. Brad Hopkins
Career
- All-Pro (2000)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2000, 2003)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1993)
Hopkins was drafted in the first round of the 1993 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. Hopkins has played for the Titans, Philadelphia Eagles, and Cincinnati Bengals.
Hopkins is a veteran offensive tackle who has experience playing both left and right tackle. In 2010, Hopkins was named to his third Pro Bowl appearance after starting all 16 games that season for Cincinnati Bengals.
In 2013, he won his second Super Bowl with Philadelphia Eagles as they defeated Seattle Seahawks 33-25 in Super Bowl XLVIII Brad Hopkins played for the Houston Oilers, Tennessee Titans and most notably the Baltimore Ravens.
He was a Pro Bowler in 2000 with the Titans and in 2003 with the Ravens. Hopkins also won All-Pro honors in 2000 as well as being named to two Pro Bowls during his career. Brad is perhaps best known for recovering seven fumbles during his NFL career - an impressive statistic.
After retiring from football, Brad now works as a sports commentator and analyst on various networks around the country.
39. Brett Kern
Punter
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- Second-team All-Pro (2017)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2017–2019)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
- MAC Special Teams Player of the Year (2007)
Kern is a 36-year-old punter for the Philadelphia Eagles. He has played for Denver and Tennessee, amassing over 350 punt yards in his career.
Kern was born in 1986 and attended Grand Island High School in New York before going on to play at Toledo University.
After not being drafted by any NFL team, Kern signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2008.
With stints with the Titans (2009–2021) and Eagles (since 2022), Brett Kern currently ranks second all-time on the Eagles’ list of longest punts (46 yards).
In 2018, he helped lead the Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory after they defeated the New England Patriots 41-33 in overtime Brett Kern was drafted by the St.
Louis Rams in the seventh round of the 2008 NFL Draft and became a starter for them as a rookie.
He has been with the Rams ever since and is one of their longest-tenured players, having played in all but two games during his career so far.
Kern has made three Pro Bowls and was First-Team All-Pro in 2019, making him one of only four quarterbacks to be named an All-Pro twice (along with Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees).
He also won three MAC Special Teams Player of the Year Awards while playing for Missouri State University before joining the Rams' practice squad late in the 2018 season after injuries decimated their punting unit.
40. Al Del Greco
Career
- Miami Dolphins (1984)
- Green Bay Packers (1984–1987)
- St. Louis/Phoenix Cardinals (1987–1990)
- Houston Oilers / Tennessee Oilers / Tennessee Titans (1991–2000)
Al Del Greco is a placekicker who played for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles from 1984 to 1993.
He was drafted by the Baltimore Colts in the sixth round of the 1984 NFL Draft but did not sign with them and instead played college football at Auburn.
In 1987, he made three field goals in a game against the Miami Dolphins, earning him NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors.
He was traded to Philadelphia midway through his third season with Baltimore and helped lead that team to its first Super Bowl victory in February 1991 over New York Giants 32-29 on an icy playing surface at Giants Stadium nicknamed "The Snowplow Game".
After playing one more season with Philadelphia (1993), Del Greco retired as an Eagle after making all 47 of his field goal attempts during his career (.851%).
He currently resides in Rhode Island where he works as a financial advisor for Merrill Lynch Wealth Management LLC.
Al Del Greco was one of the most prolific kickers in NFL history. He ranks third all-time in field goals made and fifth in points scored.
Del Greco played for nine different teams during his 14-year career, but he spent the majority of his time with the Miami Dolphins.
The kicker's most memorable moment came when he kicked a 61-yard field goal to win Super Bowl XIX against the San Francisco 49ers.
In 2000, Del Greco retired after spending seven seasons with the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans franchise.
Also Played For: 2000 nfl season
41. Samari Rolle
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2000)
- Pro Bowl (2000)
- First-team All-ACC (1997)
Samari Rolle is a former NFL cornerback who played for the Tennessee Oilers and Titans from 1998 to 2004. Rolle was drafted in the second round of the 1998 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Oilers.
He would play for them until 2004 when he was traded to the Titans. During his time with the Oilers, Rolle won two consecutive AFL Championships (1998-99).
After leaving Tennessee, Rolle had brief stints with both the Washington Redskins and New Orleans Saints before retiring in 2006 after battling injuries sustained during his career.
In 2009, Samari became an assistant coach at Miami Beach Senior High School where he currently works as defensive backs coach under head coach Mark Richt In 2016 Samari started coaching youth football and participates regularly.
in charity events throughout South Florida Samari Rolle was a standout cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens from 2005-2009.
He recorded over 430 tackles, 9.5 sacks, 5 forced fumbles, and 7 fumble recoveries during his career in the NFL.
Samari Rolle is best known for his play against Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning in 2007 when he intercepted two passes and returned one for a touchdown to help lead the Ravens to a 27-24 victory.
After playing nine seasons in the NFL, including five with Baltimore, Samari Rolle announced his retirement at age 34 in February of 2009.
In addition to being an accomplished player on the field, Samari Rolle is also well-known off it as an ambassador of both football and community service efforts across Maryland.
42. Craig Hentrich
Punter
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XXXI)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1998, 2003)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1998, 2003)
- PFW Golden Toe Award (1999)
Craig Hentrich was a punter in the NFL for ten seasons. He played for the Jets and Packers, before moving on to play for the Cleveland Browns (1998–1999) and Carolina Panthers (2000).
Craig is best known for his time with the Jets, where he helped them reach two consecutive AFC Championship games (1993-1994). After leaving New York, Craig spent three seasons with Green Bay before joining Carolina in 2000.
In 2003, he retired from playing football after sustaining a serious knee injury during practice with the Panthers.
Since retiring from professional football, Craig has worked as an analyst on NFL broadcasts and served as president of Pro Football Focus from 2013 to 2016.
Craig Hentrich was a major part of the Tennessee Oilers' Super Bowl victory in 2001. He also played for the Titans from 1998 to 2009, amassing 241 games played and 1,150 punts.
Craig is a two-time First-team All-Pro and Pro Bowler who won the PFW Golden Toe Award in 1999.
43. Jonnu Smith
Tight end
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2017–2020)
- New England Patriots (2021–present)
Smith attended Ocala (FL) West Port high school and was a three-year starter for the football team. In 2017, Smith played in all 16 games for FIU as a tight end and caught 49 passes for 585 yards and four touchdowns.
The New England Patriots drafted Smith in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. As a rookie with the Patriots, Smith appeared in all 16 games and recorded six receptions for 67 yards and one touchdown.
In 2018, Smith started 12 of 13 games he played for New England before suffering an ankle injury that ended his season prematurely; he finished the year with 29 catches for 353 yards and three touchdowns on 53 targets overall.
Smith was drafted in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. Smith played college football at Florida International University where he averaged 14 yards per catch and 83 receptions for 1,361 yards and 11 touchdowns over his three-year career.
He has impressed during the preseason with his speed and receiving ability, which could lead to him earning a starting role on offense early in his rookie season with the Titans.
Smith will face competition from fellow rookies Dede Westbrook, Corey Davis, Adoree' Jackson, and Taywan Taylor for playing time on offense this year but is likely to see some action as a punt returner as well - making him an interesting sleeper candidate for fantasy football owners looking to add depth at receiver this year.
44. Drew Bennett
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2001–2006)
- St. Louis Rams (2007–2008)
- Baltimore Ravens (2009)*
Drew Bennett is a former wide receiver who spent his entire professional career with the Arizona Cardinals. He was originally drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2001, but he never played for them due to injury.
Bennett signed with the Cardinals as a free agent in 2004 and has since made over 100 tackles and 10 interceptions during his career.
Drew Bennett announced his retirement from football after the 2017 season, having played 13 seasons in the NFL.
Drew Bennett was drafted by the Titans in 2001 and played for them from 2001-2006. He then went to St. Louis and had a successful career there, catching 309 passes for 4,412 yards and 28 touchdowns.
In 2007, he signed with Baltimore where he spent one season before being traded back to Tennessee in 2008.
Drew retired after that season with 343 receptions for 5,313 yards and 38 touchdowns in his NFL career.
45. Marcus Robertson
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2007–2008)
- Assistant secondary coach
- Tennessee Titans (2009–2011)
- Secondary coach
- Detroit Lions (2012)
- Assistant secondary coach
- Detroit Lions (2013)
- Secondary coach
- Oakland Raiders (2014)
- Assistant defensive backs coach
- Oakland Raiders (2015–2016)
- Defensive backs coach
- Denver Broncos (2017–2018)
- Defensive backs coach
- Arizona Cardinals (2019–present)
- Defensive backs coach
Marcus Robertson was the defensive backs coach for the Arizona Cardinals. Marcus Robertson has been coaching in the NFL since 2001. Marcus Robertson played in the NFL from 1991 to 2000.
While playing in the NFL, Marcus Robertson coached at various positions including linebacker and secondary coach for Seattle Seahawks and Tennessee Oilers/Titans respectively before becoming a DBs coach with Arizona Cardinals in 2013.
Marcus Robertson was an assistant secondary coach with the Titans from 2007-2008 and 2009-2011.
He joined the Lions as a secondary coach in 2012, before becoming assistant defensive backs coach for the Raiders in 2014 and 2015.
In 2017, he became defensive backs coach for Denver Broncos where they made it to Super Bowl 50 but lost to Carolina Panthers by 34-28 scoreline.
Marcus then moved on to become defensive coordinator of the Arizona Cardinals in 2018 but was fired after one season due to poor performance which saw the Cardinals placed at bottom of the NFC West standings (5-11).
Marcus is currently working as defensive backs coach with Arizona Cardinals again.
46. Malcolm Butler
Cornerback
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XLIX, LI)
- Second-team All-Pro (2016)
- Pro Bowl (2015)
- New England Patriots All-2010s Team
- 2× First-team All-GSC (2012, 2013)
Butler was born in Mississippi and attended high school in Vicksburg. He went on to play college football at West Alabama, where he became a two-time All-American cornerback.
Butler was not drafted by any NFL teams in 2014, but the New England Patriots signed him as an undrafted free agent that year.
Butler has since started for the Patriots in all 16 of their playoff games, winning three Super Bowl titles (2014–17).
In 2018, after starting every game for the Titans and being named Defensive Player of the Year, he signed with Arizona Cardinals before again rekindling his success with New England during the 2020 season.
Butler was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft.
He became a vital part of their secondary, starting all 16 games in both seasons he played for them. In 2015 and 2016, Butler won Super Bowl championships with the Patriots.
He has also been selected to two first-team All-Pro teams and one second-team All-Pro team over his career so far.
47. Bud Dupree
Outside linebacker
Career
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2015–2020)
- Tennessee Titans (2021–present)
Bud Dupree was born in Macon, Georgia on February 12th, 1993. He attended Wilkinson County High School where he played linebacker for the Wildcats.
Dupree had a successful career at Kentucky and was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2015 as the 22nd overall pick.
In his three seasons with the Steelers, Bud has accumulated 191 tackles (106 solos), 5 sacks, and 3 interceptions playing both outside linebacker and defensive end positions.
The Tennessee Titans signed Bud to a four-year contract worth $44 million back in January of 2022.
Bud Dupree is a talented linebacker for the Tennessee Titans. He has been a first-team All-SEC selection and has totaled 266 tackles, 46.5 sacks, 12 pass deflections, 1 interception, 10 fumble recoveries, and 4 defensive touchdowns in his career so far.
Bud Dupree was drafted by the Titans in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft and he is currently playing his sixth season with them.
His ability to get to the ball carrier quickly makes him an important part of their defense and he will be looking to continue this form into next season.
Bud Dupree is married with one child and he enjoys spending time outdoors fishing or hiking with friends when he isn't working out or playing football.
48. Nate Davis
Offensive lineman
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2019–present)
Nate Davis was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
He played college football at Charlotte and started all 43 games he appeared in over three seasons with the Tarheels.
Nate is a versatile guard who can play both tackle positions as well as center, which makes him an asset to any team.
Davis has yet to appear in a game for the Titans but his potential is clear and he will likely be given more opportunities once he joins their roster next season Davis was a three-year starter at cornerback for the Volunteers.
He tallied 38 tackles, five interceptions, and nine pass deflections in his Tennessee career.
Davis is a projected first or second-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft and will likely be drafted by an NFC team as he has played both cornerbacks positions throughout his college career.
Davis missed most of Tennessee's final two games of the season with an injury but should be ready to go when offseason workouts start next month.
49. Marcus Mariota
Quarterback
Career
- Heisman Trophy (2014)
- Maxwell Award (2014)
- Manning Award (2014)
- Walter Camp Award (2014)
- Davey O'Brien Award (2014)
- Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (2014)
- AP College Football Player of the Year (2014)
- Sporting News Player of the Year (2014)
- Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year (2014)
- Pac-12 Offensive Freshman of the Year (2012)
- Unanimous All-American (2014)
- 3× First-team All-Pac-12 (2012–2014)
Marcus Mariota is a quarterback who was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2015. He played for the Las Vegas Raiders and Atlanta Falcons, before joining the Titans in 2019.
Marcus Mariota has been voted to three Pro Bowls and led his team to two playoff appearances during his time with the Titans. In 2020, he signed with the Atlanta Falcons and has since led them to a Super Bowl victory in February 2021.
Marcus Mariota will be playing for the Falcons until at least 2022 Marcus Mariota was a consensus All-American in 2014 and led his team to the Pac-12 Championship. In college, he won three national championships and was twice named AP College Football Player of the Year.
He has been drafted second overall by the Tennessee Titans in the 2014 NFL draft and is currently on injured reserve with an elbow injury.
50. Caleb Farley
Cornerback
Career
- Tennessee Titans (2021–present)
Caleb Farley was born in 1998, making him one of the youngest players in the NFL. He attended Maiden High School in North Carolina and played cornerback for the school's football team.
In his two years at Virginia Tech, he recorded 118 tackles, 3 interceptions, and 17 pass breakups. The Tennessee Titans selected Farley with their first-round pick (22nd overall) in the 2021 NFL Draft.
He is expected to start from day one as a rookie corner for the Titans and contribute on defense next season Caleb Farley is a young linebacker who had a very impressive season for the Tennessee Titans in 2020.
He was named to the First-team ACC and led the team with 144 tackles, which was second-best on the squad. Caleb has good size at 6'1" and 215lbs and he uses his body well to read plays before making an impact on them.
His tackling technique is excellent as he delivers punishing blows to ball carriers while also being able to avoid getting taken down himself.
Caleb will need to work on his coverage skills if he wants to become a long-term starter in the NFL, but his aggression off of the edge should make him difficult for opposing offenses to stop once he gets into their backfield.
With some additional development, Caleb has all of the tools necessary to be one of the top linebackers in this league for many years yet to come.
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51. Robert Woods
Wide receiver
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LVI)
- Pac-10 Offensive Freshman of the Year (2010)
- Consensus All-American (2011)
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2010)
- First-team All-Pac-12 (2011)
- Second-team All-Pac-12 (2012)
Robert Woods was a first-round pick of the Buffalo Bills in 2013 and spent four seasons with the team. He made his debut in Week 6 of the 2013 season and finished the year with 52 receptions for 736 yards and three touchdowns.
In 2017, Woods signed with the Los Angeles Rams where he played until 2021. During that time, he recorded 1,043 receiving yards on 121 catches with seven touchdowns.
Woods is a fast receiver who can take advantage of any mismatch against opposing defenders due to his speed and elusiveness around the field.
As an outside receiver in Sean McVay's offense, he should be able to have another productive season next year if healthy. Robert Woods was one of the top receivers in college and showed his skills during his rookie season with the Tennessee Titans.
He is a fast receiver who can make big plays downfield, and he will be a key part of the team's offense for years to come.
His consistency has been impressive, and he should continue to produce at an elite level as long as he remains healthy. Woods is one of the most complete receivers in the NFL, able to do it all on the field from making catches deep downfield to running routes effectively.
He is respected by his teammates and coaches alike, which speaks volumes about his character and ability on the football field.
Final Words
Tennessee Titans Best Players of Alltime are some of the most successful players in franchise history. They include Hall-of-Famer Steve McNair, who was a three-time Pro Bowler and MVP; running back Eddie George, whose 1,243 rushing yards in 2002 led the NFL; defensive end Kevin Greene, a six-time. Pro Bowler who was named to the NFL’s 75th Anniversary Team and is now an analyst for ESPN; cornerback Rod Woodson, one of only two players ever selected to nine consecutive Pro Bowls (2003–2011).
Quarterback Vince Young, who led Tennessee to its first playoff appearance in 14 years and won the 2004 AP National Football League MVP Award; wide receiver Kenny Britt, chosen by his peers as Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2009 after leading all rookie receivers with 94 catches for 1,041 yards and seven touchdowns; tight end Jared Cook, drafted fourth overall by Tennessee in 2014.
