The Tennessee Titans added to their tight ends room during the 2023 NFL draft when they selected Josh Whyle out of Cincinnati in the fifth round.
Whyle adds an intriguing player to the room, as he has the goods to be an impact pass-catcher, something Tennessee desperately needs. He isn’t a polished blocker yet, but he has shown improvement in that area.
The latter part is key for Whyle’s ability to see the field in 2023. The Titans already have a primary pass-catching tight end in Chig Okonkwo, and a blocking specialist in Trevon Wesco.
Whyle fits somewhere in between the strengths of those two, but if he can show he’s a plus blocker in Year 1, he could jump Wesco on the depth chart. As of now, Wesco should be considered the favorite for the No. 2 role.
After being drafted on Saturday, Whyle met with the media and spoke about his ability as a pass-catcher, blocker, and the versatility he brings to the table. Keep scrolling to find out what he said about those topics and more.