Brief

Titans stick with rookie Cam Ward despite winless start, reject fire‑sale rumors

Titans coach Robert Saleh and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll say Ward will remain the starter as the team eyes its first win against the Texans.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 01:48:22 GMT

The 0‑4 Tennessee Titans are unlikely to trade away key pieces before the Nov. 10 deadline, and rookie quarterback Cam Ward will stay under center, according to Bleacher Report.

What happened

Ward, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft, has thrown three touchdowns and averaged 181.5 passing yards per game through four contests, while the team averages just 13.8 points, the league’s second‑lowest output.

What the reports add

Bleacher Report cites The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero, who notes that the Titans have not indicated a "fire sale" despite the poor start. Pelissero compares Ward’s situation to a former No. 1 pick who was benched in his second season, saying the Titans are taking a different approach.

What was said

Pelissero wrote, "Don’t expect the Titans to do the same with Cam Ward, who will try to help Tennessee get its first win of the season Sunday against the Texans." He also added, "The Titans want Ward to play through it all and build that same trust with Daboll, not search for quick fixes."

How it came about

The Titans are under new leadership, with head coach Robert Saleh and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll directing the offense. Ward is already playing for his third head coach after Brian Callahan was fired in Oct. 2025 and Mike McCoy served as interim. Recent games show modest progress: a 12‑7 loss to the Giants featured long drives of 91 and 70 yards, and a 24‑18 loss to the Ravens saw Ward throw for 222 yards and rush for 27, while connecting with rookie wideout Carnell Tate for nine catches and 145 yards.

Key facts

The Titans are 0‑4 and averaging 13.8 points per game, the NFL's second‑lowest mark. (bleacherreport.com)
Cam Ward has thrown three touchdowns and averages 181.5 passing yards per game. (bleacherreport.com)
Titans head coach Robert Saleh and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll say Ward will remain the starter and a fire‑sale is not expected before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. (bleacherreport.com)