Titans fans, still reeling from that brutal 0-4 start, just got hit with some bad news from an NFL insider: forget about firing offensive coordinator Brian Daboll or selling off assets before the trade deadline. That’s simply not in the cards, even as the losses pile up. An insider report claims the team is digging in, committed to their current path despite the absolute mess unfolding on the field.
No Quick Fixes: Why Daboll and Ward Aren’t Going Anywhere
It’s been a rough ride for Tennessee, no doubt. After two straight 3-14 seasons under Brian Callahan, who then got fired, new coach Robert Saleh isn’t looking much better, with the team sitting at a winless 0-4 heading into Week 5. The biggest frustration has to be the offense, especially second-year quarterback Cam Ward. Remember all that hype? Ward was the No. 1 pick in 2025, and the hope was that Daboll, the supposed magic-maker who helped Josh Allen become a star in Buffalo, would do the same for him. Yeah, that hasn’t happened. Fans are clamoring for Daboll to be out, and honestly, who can blame them?
But hold your horses, because NFL insider Tom Pelissero dropped the bomb: “The Titans want Ward to play through it all and build that trust with Daboll, not search for quick fixes, as they continue to build up a roster that has as many first- and second-year players playing significant roles this season as any NFL team.” So, no change. The team is committed to this young roster and letting Ward develop with Daboll, no matter how ugly it gets. Talk about a tough pill to swallow for a fanbase that remembers the Mike Vrabel days, when he led them to 11 and 12-win seasons just a few years ago. Even his worst years were better than what we’re seeing now.
Hands Off Tony Pollard: Why This Roster Isn’t Moving
You might be thinking, “Okay, if they’re not winning, they should at least be smart and sell off some pieces for future draft picks, right?” Especially if they hit 1-7 or 0-8 by mid-season, that’d make total sense. And guess what? Teams are already sniffing around running back Tony Pollard, with injuries hitting ball carriers across the league.
But Pelissero says don’t even think about it. “Don’t expect the Titans to hold a fire sale before the trade deadline even if the losses keep mounting,” he wrote. GM Mike Borgonzi has reportedly already told teams that Pollard is “not available.” Seriously? This isn’t just some player, Pollard is a locker room leader with four straight 1,000-yard rushing seasons. His presence is seen as “critical as they continue to get Ward going down the right track.” The trade deadline is November 10, and while a “ridiculous offer” is always possible, it sounds like the Titans are sticking to their guns and keeping their roster intact.
So, the Titans are rolling into Week 5 against the Houston Texans still looking for their first win at 0-4. This isn’t just about breaking the losing streak, it’s about seeing if this long-term plan, the one no one wants, can actually show some life. Will Cam Ward finally find that rhythm with Daboll, or are we in for more of the same? Get ready to watch, Titans fans, because it’s going to be a wild ride.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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