The Tennessee Titans have been getting a lot of respect in the NFL power rankings of different media outlets this offseason.
In ESPN’s post-draft power rankings, the Titans landed just inside the top 10 at No. 8, which is one spot lower than where Tennessee ranked in the network’s post-free-agency power rankings.
Player who benefited: WR Kalif Raymond. The Titans were believed to be interested in adding speed at receiver, specifically a vertical threat on the outside. But they didn’t use any picks to add a wideout, so Raymond stands as their top vertical threat and has a good shot at being the fourth receiver. He showed that he’s a legitimate downfield option last season, when he hauled in two touchdown receptions that were over 40 yards — including one in the playoffs. Raymond was also in the mix for punt return duties last year, and the Titans didn’t draft a player with significant punt return experience. — Turron Davenport
ESPN’s ranking is just slightly lower than other outlets’ marks. Both Touchdown Wire and NFL.com had the Titans at No. 5 in their respective post-draft power rankings.
Whether they’re ranked just inside the top 10 or in the actual top five, it’s clear many experts believe that the Titans will be competing for a playoff spot at the very least in 2020.
