Titans head coach Robert Saleh isn’t just feeling good about Cam Ward; he’s absolutely convinced his young quarterback is going to be ‘a damn good quarterback,’ no matter what anyone else thinks. This bold statement came hot on the heels of Sunday’s loss to the Ravens, where Ward had a performance that Saleh still called his best of the year. It’s a level of confidence that’s tough to ignore, especially when a coach goes that hard for his guy after a defeat.
Saleh’s Unshakeable Belief in Ward
Saleh didn’t pull any punches when asked about the coaching staff’s confidence in Ward, insisting there’s “utmost confidence in Cam.” He wasn’t trying to put on a show of strength either; this was genuine belief pouring out. Saleh challenged anyone doubting Ward’s progress, telling them to “take a deep breath and let him grow.” He laid it out plain: if you can’t objectively watch the tape and see the improvement from Ward’s Week 1 last year to Week 1 this year, and then to Week 4 yesterday, you’re “just being biased to your own opinion.” That’s a direct shot at the haters, clear as day. The guy’s seen significant growth, and he expects everyone else to recognize it too.
Ward’s Performance and the Coach’s Praise
In that Sunday loss to the Ravens, Ward put up some solid numbers that clearly impressed his coach. He completed 20 of 31 passes for 222 yards, tossing one touchdown against one interception. He also added 27 yards on the ground, showing off his mobility. Saleh was genuinely pleased, declaring it Ward’s “best game he’s played this year.” He highlighted Ward’s ability to make “a lot of plays with his feet,” create “a lot of plays off schedule,” and do “a good job hanging in the pocket.” The coach also noted Ward’s knack for “building off the positives,” which is exactly what you want to hear about a developing QB.
So what does this all mean? It means the Titans coaching staff is all in on Cam Ward. They see a young man trending way up, even when the scoreboard doesn’t always reflect it. If Saleh’s conviction is any indicator, Ward is just getting started, and the team believes they’ve got their guy for the long haul.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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