The Tennessee Titans could look to add to their receiving corps. this offseason by bringing in a burner who can stretch the field.
While adding one in the 2020 NFL Draft is a possibility and probably the cheapest way to do so, the Titans could also look to the free-agent market for a player who is a bit more likely to make an immediate impact.
After all, the Titans can’t expect every rookie wide receiver to blow up as quickly as A.J. Brown did in 2019.
On top of adding a burner, the Titans need to start planning for life after Corey Davis, who is unlikely to have his fifth-year option picked up and could be playing elsewhere in 2021.
But for now let’s just focus on speedy wide receivers who are unrestricted free agents and can be big-play specialists for Tennessee in 2020. We’ll give a few higher-end options, as well as a few that won’t cost that much.
In reality, none of the following players are going to break the bank, which is what the Titans should be looking for if they do sign a wide receiver because it isn’t a dire need to address this offseason.
Taylor Gabriel
After the Chicago Bears cut Taylor Gabriel last month, the wide receiver now hits the open market this offseason.
Gabriel has become well-known for his speed and big-play ability over the years. He also has the versatility to be lined up all over the field, which adds to his value.
The 29-year-old played in just nine games last season after battling a pair of concussions, which could lead to him being a relatively cheap add in free agency.
His best season came in 2018 when he posted career-highs in receptions (67) and yards (688). Gabriel has posted double-digit yards per reception totals in five of his six years in the league.