The Tennessee Titans have made the playoffs in each of the past three seasons with quarterback Ryan Tannehill playing a significant part in that success. But with Tannehill turning 34 this summer and the rest of the AFC accumulating talent, the Titans looked ahead to the franchise’s future at quarterback.
The Titans drafted Liberty quarterback Malik Willis in the third round, setting up a quarterback competition that Tannehill probably didn’t expect. And while Tannehill did call Willis after the draft to congratulate the young QB, he doesn’t think it’ll be his responsibility to mentor Willis. Tannehill’s looking to compete for the job instead.
Tannehill spoke about the Willis selection in a Tuesday press conference. He said via ProFootballTalk: