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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 9, 2026 11:10 AM ET

Nate Tice projects Jeremiah Smith to Titans with No. 1 pick

Smith broke a school receiving touchdown record this month.

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What happened: The Ohio State wideout leads the latest Yahoo Sports mock draft as Tennessee's presumptive top selection. The projection links the collegiate prospect to a franchise currently navigating the bottom of the league standings.

Why it matters: Adding a top receiver would give the offense a premier perimeter weapon, though it requires passing on a highly rated quarterback. The draft analysis aligns with recent industry evaluations, including comments from Terry McLaurin stating Smith possesses No. 1 overall pick upside.

By the numbers: Tennessee enters its upcoming matchup as a against the winless Houston Texans.

What to watch: The organization will continue evaluating top 2027 draft prospects throughout the remainder of the regular season.

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