The Tennessee Titans wrapped up their 2026 rookie minicamp, but if you were hoping for a sneak peek at the future, you might be left wanting more. Head coach Robert Saleh threw a strategic curveball, holding most of the team's draft picks out of the action and focusing instead on meetings and conditioning drills. This left the spotlight wide open for tryout players and undrafted free agents to make their mark.
CBS Sports analyst Carter Bahns noted in his minicamp wrap-up that Saleh kept all eight rookies—including No. 4 overall pick Carnell Tate—largely on the sidelines. Tate did manage to catch a few passes during warmups, offering a brief glimpse of his potential. But for real insight into Tennessee's new talent, we'll have to wait until organized team activities (OTAs) kick off on May 18.
So, what did we actually learn? Not much, according to Bahns. None of the Titans' tryout players managed to impress the coaching staff enough to earn a contract in the days following camp. The only rookie to generate buzz on social media was undrafted wide receiver Tyren Montgomery, who popped up in several posts and gave fans a reason to keep an eye on him.
For the Titans, this was a calculated move—a chance to evaluate the fringes of the roster while protecting their high-profile investments. But for analysts and fans eager to see what the 2026 squad has in store, the real answers will come during OTAs and mandatory minicamp. Here's hoping those sessions provide a clearer picture of what's ahead for Tennessee.
