The Tennessee Titans stand among the NFL franchises that enter the March 2026 free agency with substantial firepower. The team has over $100 million in salary cap, the most in the league. GM Mike Borgonzi has identified eight positions of need heading into a pivotal offseason. The Titans need talent, particularly at the edge rusher, wide receiver, and cornerback, and this coming March might be the time to pull in said talent. But can money alone fix what ails Nashville?
Rock Bottom
It’s no secret that over the past two seasons, Tennessee has been among the NFL’s most disappointing teams. Sweeping changes, including the arrival of Borgonzi and the hiring of Robert Saleh as head coach, seem to be aimed at resetting the organization’s direction. However, even when considering that Borgonzi had a successful stint in Kansas City’s front office, the question remains, will a new coaching staff and an unprecedented spending spree reverse years of decline?
Cap Windfall
The 2026 salary cap jumped from a high‑$270 million in 2025 to the low‑$300‑million range. Local and national cap projections place the Titans in the high‑$90‑million to $100‑plus‑million range in available space, with the flexibility to free up even more via veteran cuts. With a top‑five draft pick also in hand, Borgonzi holds a rare combination of spending power and draft capital.
Eight Holes
The GM’s office has already identified positions of need in the team, ranging from the aforementioned cornerback, wide receiver, and edge rusher to tight end, interior offensive line, backup quarterback, linebacker, and running back. As you might expect, the team has compiled lists of the top five potential free-agent options, which totals about 40 players. Cornerback and edge rusher stand out among the most urgent positions to be filled, with the former taking priority.
Market Mirage
What’s interesting is that having the NFL’s biggest war chest may still leave the Titans empty‑handed on marquee talent. Many of the players on the team’s target list are expected to re-sign with their current teams before March, when free agency officially opens. Interior standouts such as center Tyler Linderbaum are widely viewed as candidates to stay put rather than test the market. As such, the richest team in this case might just find itself bidding for second-tier options because the its top choices all stayed with their teams.
Key Targets
Oct 26, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) runs out to the field before the game against the New York Jets at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
Speaking of the list, we have Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson, who is entering his early 30s and is widely ranked among the very best free agents available. Alongside Hendrickson is Kyle Pitts, Atlanta’s tight end, who, while in his mid-20s, has produced receiving numbers more typical of a wideout than a traditional inline tight end. Last but not least is Tyler Linderbaum, who comes in on the interior offensive line.
Backfield Options
Continuing with the list is Kenneth Walker, who has proven himself as a big‑play threat and workhorse back in Seattle. We also have one of the league’s most dynamic young runners, Breece Hall, who has been active both on the ground and as a receiver out in the backfield. With Walker’s home‑run ability and Hall’s versatility, the team might have a good offense built around young quarterback Cam Ward.
Risky Bets
Oct 6, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws the ball as guard Alijah Vera-Tucker (75) defends against the Minnesota Vikings in the second half at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
However, not every name on the list appears to be a safe investment. Alijah Vera‑Tucker, who plays guard for the Jets, is coming off his third season‑ending injury, which might affect how he plays. The Titans’ recent spending spree under the previous regime produced cautionary tales — including expensive veterans now viewed as possible cap casualties. Borgonzi must balance aggressive roster‑building with fiscal discipline.
Borgonzi’s Blueprint
Jan 29, 2026; Nashville, TN, USA; Tennessee Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi answers questions during the introductory press conference at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
Borgonzi has stressed the importance of avoiding a repeat of past offseasons defined by scattered, short‑sighted spending. His front office is evaluating every acquisition through the lens of long‑term roster construction, not one‑year splashes.
What If?
What the Titans hold as we roll toward March is a position to make a good leap forward, with aspects such as a new coach, over $100 million in cap space, and a premium draft pick. However, the NFL’s best free agents don’t always reach the open market.
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