Jared Stillman reacts to growing buzz around Carnell Tate rising up NFL Draft boards—and explains why taking a wide receiver at No. 4 without elite traits would be a massive mistake for the Titans.

With new intel from Daniel Jeremiah and Todd McShay, Jared breaks down why Tate could go higher than expected—and why that doesn’t mean the Titans should be the team to take him.

🧠 Draft Fallout:

• Why the Titans may be OUT on Rueben Bain

• What happens if Reese and Bailey are gone

• Why the pick could come down to Styles vs Tate

🏀 Tennessee Drama:

Jared breaks down the chaos surrounding the Lady Vols and why the issues may go beyond Kim Caldwell—pointing instead to leadership decisions by Danny White.

🏒 Predators News

The Predators announce a major new TV deal that will bring games back to free, over-the-air television in Nashville starting in 2026.

A loaded show with draft outrage, program instability, and big news for Preds fans.

Jared Stillman questions who is really making the decision for the Titans at No. 4 in the NFL Draft—and why that matters more than the pick itself.

After comments from Robert Saleh praising the current running back room, Jared wonders what message the Titans are sending—and to whom.

Is Mike Borgonzi fully in control of the decision?

Or could influence from Saleh—or even ownership—shape the outcome?

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🧠 Draft Discussion:

• What Saleh’s comments about Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears could mean

• Why Jeremiyah Love may not be the pick

• How defensive coaches can impact draft decisions

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📊 Mock Draft Reaction:

Jared reacts to a new mock draft from The Athletic projecting:

• Sonny Styles at No. 4

• Emmanuel Pregnon at No. 35

• Ted Hurst at No. 66

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🏒 & 🏀 Also:

• Predators face a critical matchup vs LA

• Mark Byington linked to North Carolina

• Jay Bilas vs John Calipari on amateurism

• Jared’s Final Four pick: Michigan over UConn

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A full breakdown of Titans draft control, decision-making, and what it all could mean on draft night.

Jared Stillman reacts to the latest draft intel surrounding the Titans following the NFL Owner Meetings, including insights from Easton Freeze.

Jared explains why the Titans’ decision at No. 4 likely comes down to Arvell Reese, David Bailey, Jeremiyah Love, and Rueben Bain—and what happens if the top EDGE players are already off the board.

Plus:

• Why Jeremiyah Love may be more in play than people think

• What college coaches are saying about Caleb Downs

• Why the Titans’ decision could come down to philosophy

Also:

• Reaction to LeBron James’ comments on Memphis

• Final Four thoughts and why the buzz feels different

• Credit to Tom Brady for helping set up a young QB in Vegas

And:

• Predators win in OT—but concerns remain

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

This isn’t mock drafts—this is real intel.

Jared Stillman breaks down what college coaches are actually saying about the top prospects in the NFL Draft, using reporting from Bruce Feldman and conversations with Power 4 coaches to evaluate the players the Titans could take at No. 4.

Who do football people REALLY love?

• Arvell Reese — “an alien” who can do everything

• David Bailey — rare pass rush traits and power

• Jeremiyah Love — explosive, home-run hitter, potential franchise face

• Sonny Styles — elite athlete with questions

• Rueben Bain — violent pass rusher coaches swear by

• Carnell Tate — good player, but not a top-tier difference maker

Plus:

🏈 A Power 4 coach ranks the Titans’ options—and puts Jeremiyah Love at the top

🤔 Analytics vs Gut

– Which one should the Titans trust on draft night?

👀 Hendon Hooker to the Titans?

– Why the move doesn’t make sense

🎙️ Caroline Fenton joins the show ahead of her wedding

– What she thinks the Titans will do

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🔥 And after that…

Jared goes OFF on Louisville Cardinals football fans for getting mad at him for saying their coach is good—but not great.

The Titans say they’re taking the “best player available.”

Sounds simple…

Until you realize that means whatever THEY want it to mean.

Jared Stillman breaks down why the Titans may already be setting the table to take Sonny Styles or Caleb Downs at No. 4—and why fans will talk themselves into it the second it happens.

Plus:

• Why “best player available” is the most misleading phrase in the NFL

• Robert Saleh praising the current RB room—what does that mean for Jeremiyah Love?

• Why Jared doesn’t trust the Titans’ offensive line plan

• Why comparing this team to the Chiefs is ridiculous

• The Will Levis situation—and why it’s already over

Also:

🏈 18-game season debate

– What the NFLPA SHOULD demand

📺 NFL vs the government?

– Why the FCC could be the biggest threat to the league

🏀 Vandy vs Tennessee (7–1 😳) and why Vol fans are mad

Jared Stillman reacts to the latest messaging coming out of the Titans at the NFL owner meetings, including comments from Burke Nihill about the team’s future, new stadium, and Super Bowl aspirations.

While the organization continues to preach optimism, Jared explains why he’s still not buying it—and questions whether fans should believe the vision being sold.

Plus:

• Why talking Super Bowl rotation feels premature

• Tennessee’s Elite 8 loss and why it was still a successful run for Rick Barnes

• Vanderbilt dominating Tennessee across sports (7–1)

Also:

• Predators drop three straight as their season hits a critical stretch

• Braves start the season 2–1, including a walk-off grand slam

A loaded show reacting to Titans messaging, college sports, and a big weekend across the board.

Mel Kiper Jr. says the No. 3 pick could be dictated by what the Titans want at No. 4.

So the real question is…

Do the Titans even realize they control the board?

Jared Stillman breaks down how the draft could fall between picks 2–4 and why players like David Bailey, Arvell Reese, Jeremiyah Love, and Sonny Styles are all in play.

Plus:

• Why Sonny Styles might make the most sense if the Titans go “best player available”

• Why Ty Simpson hype doesn’t add up if he’s not going in the Top 10

• Reaction to a reported Cowboys trade offer for Maxx Crosby

• Hubert Davis OUT at UNC — and why Josh Schertz should be the hire

• What Vanderbilt should do if Mark Byington gets interest from UNC

Jared Stillman reacts to a new ESPN mock draft from Field Yates that has the Titans taking Sonny Styles at No. 4 overall and breaking down what that would mean for the franchise. Jared explains why he wouldn’t hate the pick—but why the expectations would have to be massive if the Titans go in that direction.

Plus, Jared pushes back on the growing hype around Ty Simpson and questions whether teams truly view him as a top-tier QB prospect—or if the buzz could create a trade-up opportunity for the Titans.

Jared also reacts to Rueben Bain’s comments about Cam Ward and discusses how much input the Titans may actually be giving their young quarterback in roster decisions.

Also:

• Predators playoff odds swing in a massive game vs San Jose

• Can Juuse Saros finally deliver in a big spot?

Jared Stillman dives into the growing disconnect between the national consensus and local insiders when it comes to the Titans’ No. 4 pick. While the majority of mock drafts have Tennessee selecting Jeremiyah Love, voices like Adam Schefter, Paul Kuharsky and Nick Suss suggest otherwise.

So who’s right?

Jared explains why he’s leaning toward the insiders—and why the Titans may ultimately pass on Love despite his fit as a dynamic offensive playmaker. He also breaks down what that decision would mean for Cam Ward and why the Titans’ roster-building philosophy could lead them in a different direction.

Plus:

• Edge vs offense debate: Bailey, Bain or Reese at No. 4?

• What a defense-first approach would require from Cam Ward

• NCAA Tournament reaction: Tennessee to the Sweet 16, Vanderbilt heartbreak, and more

A loaded show centered on the biggest decision facing the Titans this offseason.