The Tennessee Titans sit at 3-13 on the season and many fans have already turned their attention to April and the 2025 NFL draft.
While fans are excited that the Titans currently hold the second pick, there is no consensus on what direction the team should go. Some say quarterback, others offensive line, really no clear cut answer within the fan base.
Unfortunately, that is also the same question that is thrown about concerning the top prospects. Unlike past years where there was consensus on a group of prospects, after Colorado Buffaloes cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter, there is no clear-cut order in the player rankings. That’s not to say there isn’t talent; there is. That just means that the players this year and in what order they are selected will likely be more in line with scheme fit than a consensus draft board.
This is going to make this draft both exciting and polarizing, especially for fans who aren’t embedded inside team facilities to see the actual big board.
NFL draft expert Josh Edwards of CBS Sports recently released his latest mock draft and has the Titans going an unconventional route to build their team.
Tetairoa McMillan WR – Arizona • Jr • 6’5″ / 212 lbs
Why not Shedeur Sanders? In this scenario, the presumption is that Sam Darnold signs with Tennessee in free agency and the Titans opt not to go down the path chosen by Atlanta a year ago. If Minnesota can’t afford to bring Darnold back, then Tennessee head coach Brian Callahan may be more inclined to prove himself with a veteran rather than developing another young quarterback who may or may not work out.
There is no doubt the Titans do need more out of the quarterback position and Sam Darnold as a free agent would be a huge upgrade. Unfortunately, projecting free agency may be harder to do than the NFL draft. If Tennessee can pull this off, it would definitely open up their draft board.
McMillan is an intriguing option with the skills to be a true number one receiver. He is the classic size-speed prospect who can stretch the field vertically while using his size to be a dynamic red zone threat, making him a great compliment to Calvin Ridley. Tennessee has struggled to find a dynamic option opposite Ridley, and a player like this would help the offense tremendously.
Tyler Boyd and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine are free agents and neither are game changers at this point in their careers, but the Titans could use an upgrade, making McMillan an interesting option. But with larger holes along the offensive line and on defense at edge, this pick could go in any direction.
What are your thoughts, Titans fans? Would you pick Tetairoa McMillan or select an entirely different player in the 2025 NFL draft?
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