Forget the flash of skill players; as the Tennessee Titans prepare to host the New York Jets this Sunday, the real buzz in Nashville is all about a dominant offensive lineman. Olu Fashanu, the Jets’ third-year offensive tackle, has emerged as the player the Titans would snag from New York’s roster in a heartbeat. Kickoff is set for 12:00 p.m. CST at Nissan Stadium, and while the Titans look for a Week 1 win, the thought of upgrading their offensive line is clearly on their minds.
Why Olu Fashanu Is the Obvious Steal
While Jets players like Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson are certainly solid, top-tier talents who garner plenty of consideration, the Titans are reportedly pretty set at both running back and wide receiver. That shifts the focus squarely onto the trenches. Fashanu isn’t just a good player; he’s a highly decorated offensive lineman out of Penn State. In 2023 alone, he earned Consensus All-American honors, was named the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year, and secured first-team All-Big Ten. Before that, he was second-team All-Big Ten in 2022. The Jets grabbed him in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, and he quickly made his mark, seizing the starting left tackle spot near the end of his rookie year after Tyron Smith went down. This guy isn’t just potential; he’s proven production.
The Crushing 2025 Grades That Tell the Story
The numbers don’t lie when you compare Fashanu to the Titans’ current left tackle, Dan Moore Jr. Moore is aging, and while his play has been mostly sufficient, Fashanu’s 2025 season was miles better. Pro Football Focus graded Fashanu’s pass blocking at a stellar 74.5, absolutely blowing past Moore’s 62.5. His overall grade of 69.2 also topped Moore’s 62.0. And it wasn’t just about the grades; Fashanu took more snaps, allowed fewer sacks, fewer pressures, and racked up fewer penalties. That’s the kind of clean, consistent play you dream of from your blindside protector.
A Boost Cam Ward Desperately Needs
Protecting quarterback Cam Ward is the ultimate goal, and while Moore hasn’t been completely terrible, there’s no doubt the Titans’ left side could use a serious boost. Imagine Fashanu lining up next to Peter Skoronski. That combination is incredibly intriguing! Sure, the line will break sometimes, that’s football, but with Fashanu and Skoronski anchoring that side, Ward would seldom have to worry about attacks from there. The Titans host the Jets this Sunday, and while they’ll be focused on getting that Week 1 victory, you can bet some folks in the building are already dreaming about what a talent like Olu Fashanu could bring to the table for the rest of their season.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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