The Titans cut defensive lineman Jordan Elliott on Tuesday, but the reason why is going to shake you. Elliott’s release came after a shocking incident last Thursday at the team facility: an argument with teammate JC Latham escalated to the point where Elliott went to his car and retrieved a gun.
Latham Breaks Silence on “Unfortunate Situation”
Speaking Wednesday, JC Latham described the terrifying event as “just an unfortunate situation.” He added, “It was heat of the moment, and shit happens. I don’t really have too much to say about it.” Latham also emphasized that there was “never been no bad blood between us two.” He clarified that they had hung out in the summer, gotten treatment together, and had never had an argument leading up to this incident. He then made a powerful statement on the underlying issue: “So I actually think mental health is extremely important, and that’s just one of those situations where you just pray for a guy like that.”
The Heroic Intervention That Stopped a Nightmare
The situation could have spiraled into an absolute nightmare if not for the quick thinking of another teammate. According to reports, Elliott was dealing with personal issues when he stormed out of the locker room towards the players’ garage. Teammate John Franklin-Myers followed Elliott, courageously de-escalating the situation and getting Elliott to put the gun away. Latham was clearly grateful for Franklin-Myers’ actions, stating, “I told him I appreciate it.”
This whole situation is a stark reminder of the pressures these guys face and how important it is for teams to prioritize mental health. It could have been so much worse, and we’re just glad Franklin-Myers was there to step up.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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