The Tennessee Titans underwent a major roster overhaul this offseason, spearheaded by newly appointed general manager Mike Borgonzi. After 16 years serving in various roles within the Kansas City Chiefs organization, Borgonzi brought a fresh perspective to a Titans team that struggled to a 3-14 record in 2024 — the worst in the league. Determined to initiate a cultural and competitive shift, he moved swiftly to make substantial changes.
One of his first bold moves was releasing former Pro Bowl edge rusher Harold Landry III, a surprising but necessary decision given the team’s direction. Borgonzi followed that by addressing key roster weaknesses through the acquisition of seasoned free agents. Offensive tackle Dan Moore Jr. and linebacker Cody Barton were among the headline additions, helping shore up both sides of the ball. On the offensive front, veteran wide receivers Tyler Lockett and Van Jefferson were brought in to provide leadership and reliable targets for rookie quarterback Cam Ward, the Titans’ No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Ward is expected to lead the team’s rebuild under new head coach Brian Callahan.
Despite the active offseason, there are still noticeable gaps in the roster — particularly at the linebacker position. Titans beat writer Easton Freeze recently highlighted this concern, stating that beyond Barton, the team lacks dependable inside linebacker depth. ESPN analyst Aaron Schatz echoed that sentiment and proposed a practical solution: signing veteran linebacker Kyzir White, who remains available on the free agent market.
“The Titans don’t really have a lot of inside linebackers on the roster that they can trust,” Schatz wrote. “Tennessee signed Cody Barton away from Denver, but nobody else at the position played more than 10.5% of defensive snaps last season. A strong veteran to play up the middle would be a big help, and White is still out there.”
White, a seven-year NFL veteran, most recently played for the Arizona Cardinals. Prior to his stint in the desert, he spent time with the Los Angeles Chargers and the Philadelphia Eagles. Known for his versatility and football IQ, White has tallied 615 career tackles, including 34 tackles for loss. His resume also includes 7.5 sacks, six interceptions, 23 pass breakups, and two forced fumbles — numbers that underscore his all-around effectiveness.
Given that White remains unsigned this late in the offseason, his price tag may be lower than expected. For the Titans, who are continuing to retool their roster, this presents a low-risk, high-reward opportunity. If defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson views White as a scheme fit, this could be a smart, under-the-radar signing that brings much-needed experience and stability to Tennessee’s linebacking unit. As the team prepares for training camp, adding a player of White’s caliber could be a key step toward improving one of the roster’s weakest positions.
