What happened: An NFL spokesman confirmed Thursday that the league is investigating the Oct. 15 facility incident that led the Tennessee Titans to release defensive tackle Jordan Elliott earlier this week. If the league finds a policy violation, Elliott can serve a mandatory suspension even while he remains unsigned on the open market.

Why it matters: Front offices looking for interior defensive line depth during the 2026 regular season rarely commit roster plans to a rotational defender facing immediate availability risk. Selected 88th overall out of Missouri in 2020, Elliott provides depth production that teams can replicate through active practice squad elevations without absorbing a league penalty.