Jared Stillman reacts to new reporting from Mike Sando of The Athletic, where NFL executives give unfiltered opinions on AFC free agency—and the Titans’ offseason is getting mixed reviews.

The good:

• The defense is improved with additions like John Franklin-Myers, Jermaine Johnson, and Alontae Taylor

• A stronger defense could help support a young quarterback

The concerns:

• Questions about overpaying for players like Wan’Dale Robinson and Cor’Dale Flott

• The perception that Brian Daboll may be influencing offensive personnel decisions

• Uncertainty about the Titans’ overall roster-building approach

Jared breaks down why you can buy a defense—but you can’t buy a quarterback—and what that means for the Titans moving forward.

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Also:

• What execs are saying about the rest of the AFC South

• Why Houston, Indianapolis, and Jacksonville all have major questions

• Predators face a must-win game with Juuse Saros in net