Titans’ Quarterback Situation: Cam Ward Primed for Week 1 Start, Will Levis Responds
The Tennessee Titans are navigating a quarterback transition during organized team activities (OTAs). While the team is rotating quarterbacks
, the plan is clear: No.1 overall pick Cam Ward is slated to start Week 1. This understanding is shared by Ward, the Titans organization, and incumbent quarterback Will Levis.
The Road to No. 1
Will Levis,a second-round pick,started 21 games over the past two seasons.However, his win record wasn’t enough to secure his position. The Titans’ disappointing 3-14 record last season, with levis starting 12 of those games, ultimately led to them securing the No. 1 overall pick and the chance to draft Cam Ward.
Did you know? The NFL Draft order is resolute by the previous season’s standings. The team with the worst record gets the first pick, allowing them to select the top talent available.
Levis’s Reaction and Planning
Levis acknowledges the situation is challenging, admitting it sucks
. Despite this, he remains committed to maximizing any opportunities he receives.
Anyone who’s ever been in my situation would agree that it sucks. I’m just trying to do the best I can to not let it affect me and just being the same dude every day in the building and being there for the guys though I can and just trying to get better every day.
Will Levis,titaninsider.com
In preparation for the upcoming season,Levis dedicated seven weeks to working with private quarterbacks coach Jordan Palmer in California.
It was a lot of just relearning my stroke, relearning my body and trying to get back to the basics of that. I feel like its really paid off. I’ve been feeling good the last few weeks.
Will Levis
Pro Tip: Offseason training with specialized coaches can help quarterbacks refine their technique and improve their overall performance.
Adjusting to a New Role
Levis, who has two years remaining on his rookie deal, is transitioning from starter to backup. His last experience as a backup was in 2020 at Penn State before transferring to Kentucky in 2021.
I haven’t been a backup in awhile, but I don’t plan on shifting my mindset, regardless of what the situation is.I’m just going to be ready to play quarterback whenever my name is called.
Will Levis
Supporting the New Quarterback
Levis is not holding any resentment towards Ward and is committed to assisting his new teammate in any way possible.
He’s been great. I’m here for him whenever I can be. He’s a really smart kid, and we’ve been able to talk a lot about the installs we’ve been going through and hearing his perspective and how he sees things. He’s a heck of an athlete and a heck of a quarterback. It’s been fun going out there and playing with him.
Will Levis
