Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate was held without a single catch in the preseason opener and then missed practice time this week, but don’t tell quarterback Cam Ward that there’s any reason to panic. Ward came right out today and declared Tate will be a “key reason” the offense finds success this season. That’s a huge statement for a guy who just got back to practice after a few days off.
“Next Play Mentality” After Zero Catches
Ward says Tate, the No. 4 overall pick in the draft, shows absolutely no frustration to the team, even after a tough preseason start. You’ve got to love that attitude. “He never points a finger at nobody. He always comes back with a next play mentality,” Ward said. That kind of mental toughness is exactly what you want from a high draft pick stepping into a major role. It sounds like Tate is already a pro’s pro when it comes to keeping his head in the game.
Ward Trusts Tate To Make The Big Plays
It’s clear Ward has seen enough from Tate in practice to have serious confidence. He talks about how urgent Tate is for the ball, how he “goes up and high points it,” and even how Tate “bails me out when the ball needs to be better.” That’s high praise from your quarterback, especially after what Ward described as a “very competitive” joint practice with our own Seattle Seahawks today. Tate might not have had those “splash plays” everyone expects yet, but Ward has no doubt that major contributions are coming.
Ward’s confidence in Tate, even with a quiet preseason opener, tells you everything. Keep an eye on the No. 4 overall pick, because his quarterback believes he’s about to explode.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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