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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 31, 2026 08:37 AM ET

Titans shifted stance on Jeffery Simmons after calling tackle untradable in June

Tennessee secured two first-round picks in the deal.

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What happened: The Tennessee Titans altered their organizational stance regarding defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, whom front office leadership viewed as an untouchable pillar as recently as June. Tennessee opted to move the interior lineman ahead of the trade deadline following a 1-6 start to the season.

Why it matters: The pivot signals an aggressive roster reset for Tennessee after dropping six of their first seven games. While moving Simmons subtracts an established anchor from the defensive front, the return replenishes future draft capital to rebuild the roster.

By the numbers: Tennessee sits at 1-6 and 15th in the AFC following a 27-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns.

What to watch: The NFL trade window officially closes on Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. ET.

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