The Tennessee Titans hit the practice field for their second open session of training camp on Friday, and as always we have all the biggest takeaways from it.
In terms of attendance, fifth-round pick and tight end Josh Whyle returned to after not being on the field during the first open session. Meanwhile, right tackle candidate, Jamarco Jones, was absent, and defensive lineman Tyler Shelvin exited early. No reason was given for either.
It was a strong day for the defense, and especially edge rusher Arden Key, who had multiple sacks on the day.
But, as you’ll see, some of Tennessee’s wide receivers got the better of the cornerbacks, including DeAndre Hopkins, who may have had the best catch of the session over Kristian Fulton, who came up looking for a flag (video included in one-on-ones section below).
As for the quarterbacks: Will Levis and Malik Willis weren’t as good as they were on Wednesday, while Ryan Tannehill continued to look like Tennessee’s best, which is no surprise.
Now, keep scrolling for all of the biggest takeaways from Friday based on the observations of beat writers on the ground.
Jamarco Jones absent, Josh Whyle returns
#Titans Jamarco Jones and Josh Whyle not spotted at today's practice. Tyler Shelvin went in early with a trainer.
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) July 28, 2023
Jaelyn Duncan fills in for Jones
Jaelyn Duncan was RT today. (Jamarco Jones did not practice.) #Titans pic.twitter.com/NQ5zOvsOxx
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) July 28, 2023
Trey Wolff 8-for-8, Caleb Shudak didn't kick
#Titans kicker Caleb Shudak did not kick today during special teams period.
Trey Wolff went 8-for-8 on attempts.
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) July 28, 2023
Via ESPN’s Turron Davenport: “Trey Wolff 33,37, 40, 43 (off up right), 45, 48, 33, 50.”
Not a great day for Levis, Willis, but Tannehill solid
Will Levis threw a pick on seven-on-seven where he led Tre’Shaun Harrison too far for on a crosser and Tyeque Jones got it. #Titans
Not a crisp day overall for him.
Know you will immediately want Malik Willis comparison. Was fine. Hesitated to let it rip a few times.
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) July 28, 2023
Via John Glennon of Nashville Post: “Levis threw a bad pick in 7-on-7s, as Tyreque Jones nabbed the overthrow. Almost threw another pick at the sideline. Not a good day for (Levis) overall. Nor for Willis.”
Glennon: “Tannehill continues to look head and shoulders above both backups, not surprisingly.”
#Titans QBs Ryan Tannehill, Malik Willis, and Will Levis. pic.twitter.com/XCDzJSzSLe
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
Coverage, pass-rush with "strong" showing; Arden Key shines
Glennon: “Thought D coverage, D pass rush was strong most of day.”
Davenport: “Naquan Jones and Jaleel Johnson collapsed pocket, got would be sack on Malik Willis.”
Davenport: “Arden Key slashed inside for would be sack.”
Davenport: “Rashad Weaver got a sack during team [period]. Beat the [right tackle].”
Davenport: “Arden key [with] another would be sack. This time from left side.”
#Titans practice note: Arden Key could be a monster
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
#Titans Arden Key had his way with
LT Andre Dillard today.— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) July 28, 2023
Mike Vrabel said Kristian Fulton came back in great shape. Said he doesn't look like a guy who is getting winded or tired. Said he has strung some good days together.
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) July 28, 2023
Arden Key on how many sacks he had today.
“I think had about 7 today.” #Titans pic.twitter.com/d7hcJCzlcs
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
Kristian Fulton, Chris Jackson, Tre Avery all with impressive 1v1 wins (which is very hard to do in this drill) #Titans pic.twitter.com/qVRmmq8gAJ
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
One-on-ones
DeAndre Hopkins vs. Kristian Fulton. #Titans pic.twitter.com/LMeiZfoqcL
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans Treylon Burks vs Chris Jackson pic.twitter.com/n30CWUOI7o
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
Gettin’ Chiggy Wit It! pic.twitter.com/SAMWfbsV9w
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
#Titans Kyle Philips vs. Roger McCreary pic.twitter.com/hgrKsbhPPI
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
Ryan Tannehill
overshoots Treylon Burks, Burks jumps rather than running through. #Titans pic.twitter.com/VNtaLJSYXP— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans Kearis Jackson vs. Kevin Byard pic.twitter.com/At4kCxafEr
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans Andre Dillard vs. Chance Campbell pic.twitter.com/w3rT02yghl
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans WR Chris Moore pic.twitter.com/1GclzWg3oA
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans Andrew Rupcich vs Ben Niemann pic.twitter.com/yBCajoHG9R
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
He did it again. @JuliusChestnut is SHIFTY! #Titans pic.twitter.com/b6whG057Zx
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
#Titans WR @MasonKinsey87 with a good looking rep in 1-on-1’s. pic.twitter.com/pH6RJmFX6G
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) July 28, 2023
Open field tackling drill at #Titans camp. pic.twitter.com/uSq874MKMw
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) July 28, 2023
New OL Chris Hubbard in the house
First look at new #Titans lineman @C_Hubbard74 today at camp. pic.twitter.com/UeJ0LxKSee
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) July 28, 2023
New #Titans lineman @C_Hubbard74 after today’s practice. pic.twitter.com/v4bTLt2T3M
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) July 28, 2023
Player, coach comments
Does @KingHenry_2 feel he’s been underpaid? #Titans pic.twitter.com/4T72qUSkZo
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) July 28, 2023
Derrick Henry says production is used against RBs in negotiations. #Titans pic.twitter.com/ZbEO4a5WUO
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) July 28, 2023
Vrabel on Harold Landry so far: pic.twitter.com/rtk6odHp6G
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) July 28, 2023
#Titans head coach Mike Vrabel asked how LT Andre Dillard has handled things so far: pic.twitter.com/UKd08kGxzG
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
Elijah Molden on playing multiple positions in the secondary, DB coach Chris Harris and how the pass defense can be better next year. #Titans pic.twitter.com/VcxRJwbtJa
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans Rahsad Weaver on getting better as a player, playing in a rotation and having Harold Landry back. pic.twitter.com/Oj1OeYeCeF
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) July 28, 2023
#Titans QB Malik Willis on his offseason and development heading into camp: pic.twitter.com/pCFxQtaMpe
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) July 28, 2023
