What happened: Green Bay and Denver were linked to Tony Pollard before Tennessee kept him past the trade deadline. He is in the final year of a three-year, $21.75 million contract.
Why it matters: At 1-7, Tennessee passed on a chance to add a 2027 draft pick. If Pollard leaves, a compensatory pick in 2028 would depend on the Titans' 2027 free-agent gains and losses. Keeping their most-used back also gives Cam Ward a familiar option.
By the numbers: Pollard has 133 carries for 595 yards and six touchdowns in 2026 through eight games. Julius Chestnut has no offensive touches in eight games.
What to watch: Pollard's workload and any contract talks will clarify whether Tennessee plans to keep him beyond 2026.