Post 2016 NFL Draft: Tennessee Titans Depth Chart

The Tennessee Titans Depth Chart was greatly impact by the 2016 NFL draft where they added several impact players with the extra picks they gathered by trading the No. 1 overall pick.

This version of the Tennessee Titans Depth Chart shows the way this franchise has built through the draft. They have as many as 13 starters that are home-grown talent with just a few free-agent additions sprinkled into the lineup.

Quarterback

Starter: Marcus Mariota
Backup: Matt Cassel

Mariota’s health is the key to this teams short and long-term success. It’s one of the main reasons Tennessee drafted Jack Conklin in the first round. They are hoping that a strong offensive line will keep the pressure off Mariota and open holes for the running game.

Running Back

Starter: DeMarco Murray
3rd Down: Dexter McCluster
Backups: Derrick Henry and Antonio Andrews

The running back rotation will be an interesting story line all season long. DeMarco Murray was brought in to be the bell-cow, but the team also used a 2nd round pick on Derrick Henry. McCluster will also see plenty of action as the pass-receiving back.

Wide Receiver

Starters: Rishard Matthews and Dorial Green-Beckham
Slot: Kendall Wright
Backups: Harry Douglas, Justin Hunter, Tajae Sharpe and Tre McBride

Tennessee needs some of their younger receivers to step up. The combination of Dorial Green-Beckham, Kendall Wright and Justin Hunter have disappointed thus far in their career. Rishard Mattews is coming off a breakout year in Miami and is looking to establish himself as a true No. 1 target.

Tight End

Starter: Delanie Walker
Backups: Anthony Fasano, Craig Stevens and Jerome Cunningham

Delanie Walker is an underrated player who has proven to be an impact player in the passing game. He’ll see plenty of targets this year as one of the few reliable targets in this offense.

Fullback

Starter: Jalston Fowler

Tennessee is looking to run a power offense that heavily features the running game. This is why they are one of the few NFL teams that will have a fullback on the field a high number of stats. Jalston Fowler is a good lead blocker, but can also contribute in the passing game.

Left Tackle

Starter: Taylor Lewan
Backups: Jack Conklin and Tyler Marz

Taylor Lewan benefited from the Titans decision to trade out of the No. 1 pick. It allowed Tennessee to pass over someone like Larmey Tunsil or Ronnie Stanley and thus keep Lewan in place as the starting left tackle. Lewan is an underrated player who is still developing.

Left Guard

Starter: Jeremiah Poutasi
Backups: Sebastian Tretola, Andy Gallik and Quinton Spain

Poutasi saw a lot of action at right tackle as a rookie, but moving inside to guard will have better results. He’s a better fit on the interior where he can use his size and strength to drive defenders off the line of scrimmage.

There’s good depth here with each of the backups able to step in if an injury occurs.

Center

Starter: Ben Jones
Backup: Brian Schwenke

Ben Jones was brought in to solidify the center position in what the Titans likely see as the final piece of the puzzle.

Right Guard

Starter: Chance Warmack
Backups: Sebastian Tretola, Andy Gallik and Quinton Spain

Chance Warmack is running out of time to live up to his high draft status. He has the natural talent to be a dominant force, but has struggle with consistency.

Right Tackle

Starter: Jack Conklin
Backups: William Poehls and Tyler Marz

Jack Conklin was a great addition for this offensive line as it adds another hard-nosed player. This group is going to play a physical brand of football and look to establish a strong running game.

3-4 Defensive End

Starters: Jurrell Casey and DaQuan Jones
Backups: Ropati Pitoitua, Karl Klug and Austin Johnson

Casey and Jones are a good complement to one another with Casey being the one capable of penetrating the pocket and Jones stuffing the run. There’s also good depth at this position with all three backups more than capable of stepping in and holding their own.

Nose Tackle

Starter: Al Woods
Backups: Austin Johnson and Antwaun Woods

Al Woods is going to face stiff competition from Austin Johnson in training camp. Both players excel at occupying blockers and stuffing the run.

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3-4 Outside Linebacker

Starter: Derrick Morgan and Brian Orakpo
Backups: Kevin Dodd, David Bass and Justin Staples

Tennessee needs Morgan and Orakpo to produce at a higher level than they did last year. Both have the ability to generate pressure on the quarterback and must raise their level of play. If either Morgan or Orakpo struggles look for Kevin Dodd to get an opportunity.

Inside Linebacker

Starters: Avery Williamson and Wesley Woodyard
Backups: Sean Spence, Curtis Grant and Aaron Wallace

Last season, Avery Williamson established himself as one of the up-and-coming inside linebackers in the NFL. He’s an excellent athlete who makes plays from sideline to sideline.

Cornerback

Starters: Jason McCourty and Perrish Cox
Nickelback: Brice McCain
Backups: Blidi Wreh-Wilson, LeShaun Sims, Kalan Reed and BW Webb

This is a group capable of solid play if they are able to stay healthy. It would also help if the front-7 is able to generate more pressure on the quarterback.

Safety

Starters: Da’Norris Searcy and Rashad Johnson
Backups: Kevin Byard and Antwon Blake

Rashad Johnson is an underrated player and will finally get his opportunity as a full-time starter. However, if he struggles the Titans have Kevin Byard capable of stepping in.