University of Georgia tight end Brock Bowers, who is expected to be a top ten pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, recently revealed his desire to play for the Tennessee Titans. This is a departure from the norm, as players usually keep their preferences quiet. Bowers made his intentions clear on Twitter when asked which team he would like to join, simply responding with “@Titans”. This statement has sparked speculation about his potential landing spot, especially considering that the Titans hold the 7th pick in the draft. According to various mock drafts, the team is projected to select an offensive tackle or a wide receiver with their pick.
The Titans’ offensive line struggled during the previous season, but history has shown that prioritizing top pass-catching options over offensive linemen can be successful. The Cincinnati Bengals, for example, chose Ja’Marr Chase instead of Penei Sewell after their quarterback, Joe Burrow, suffered a season-ending knee injury. Coincidentally, the Titans’ current head coach, Brian Callahan, was the former offensive coordinator for the Bengals. It remains to be seen if Callahan will follow a similar strategy and prioritize supporting their quarterback, Will Levis.
Unlike Burrow, Levis was not a first overall pick and did not even make it into the first round. However, he has shown promise in his first season and is expected to be the starting quarterback in the upcoming season. Adding a prolific offensive weapon like Bowers to the team could greatly benefit Levis. There is a possibility that DeAndre Hopkins may not be on the team by draft day, as he is a potential candidate for release. In that case, Bowers, along with a potential breakout player in Treylon Burks, could form a formidable trio in the Titans’ passing game.
It is important to note that the NFL Draft is still 78 days away, and circumstances can change. Considering the scarcity of talent in the tight end position in this draft class, selecting Bowers early on and waiting to address the offensive line in the second round could be a viable strategy. The depth of the tackle class provides reassurance that a quality player can still be acquired in the later rounds.