The Tennessee Titans took part in Day 2 of organized team activities (OTAs) on Tuesday, and the session was open to the media, giving us a close look into what the team was doing.
Among those of note who were present for the session included defensive lineman Teair Tart, who had a tender placed on him earlier this offseason.
Tart has not signed that tender but he did sign some kind of protection agreement before taking part, according to Titans beat writer Paul Kuharsky.
On the flip side, cornerback Kristian Fulton is a notable absence. Head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed after practice that Fulton hasn’t arrived yet.
We don’t know why Fulton is absent, and this part of the offseason program is voluntary, but on the surface this isn’t a great look for the oft-injured Fulton, who is very much in a make-or-break, contract year.
A correction here: Shelvin was present. https://t.co/TpkUbg549S
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) May 23, 2023
Thanks to beat writers on the ground, we got some great videos from the session and notes on what went down during it, as well as highlights from player pressers afterwards. In addition, we’ve linked to the three pressers featuring Tennessee’s coaches.
Check out everything we rounded up from Tuesday below.
Jeffery Simmons, Derrick Henry limited
#Titans first open OTA wrapped up. Kevin Byard and Kristian Fulton among those not on the field. Jeff Simmons was limited in 11s. Derrick Henry practiced, but did not participate in team periods.
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Elijah Molden getting reps at safety
Titans note from today, Elijah Molden with lots of safety reps. Kevin Byard not being here is a factor but Molden said he was approached after the season about playing both. Groin healed, no surgery.
— Joe Rexrode (@joerexrode) May 23, 2023
Treylon Burks in good shape
#Titans WR Treylon Burks has definitely worked on his body. Looks slimmer. Had a handful of catches in the short/intermediate passing game, a favorite target for Ryan Tannehill.
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Defensive play of the day
Best defensive play at #Titans OTAs today came from DB Anthony Kendall. Broke up a deep pass down the sideline from Will Levis intended for TE Alize Mack. Defense got real hyped up.
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Secondary shines, DBs coach Chris Harris brings the energy
The #Titans secondary brought the business today.
New DB’s coach Chris Harris was fired up all. day. long.
His energy is infectious and fresh out here
— Easton Freeze (@eastonfreeze) May 23, 2023
Tyjae Spears with catch of the day
#Titans rookie RB Tyjae Spears had the best catch of the day. A falling grab that looked to be 20+ yards downfield. Ryan Tannehill threw the pass.
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Will Levis had some accuracy issues
Will Levis. #Titans
Had accuracy issues at times today. pic.twitter.com/SGEnAO0IQc
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
Videos
#Titans QBs throwing. pic.twitter.com/RzS5Cyzcly
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
#Titans QBs rolling out. Ryan Tannehill, Malik Willis and Will Levis. pic.twitter.com/TUAsD02NKa
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Derrick Henry and the RBs. #Titans pic.twitter.com/fZ1CZDsVK9
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
A look at new #Titans WR Chris Moore. pic.twitter.com/HByqVioWpJ
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Kearis Jackson #Titans pic.twitter.com/mxD8YwSIaP
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
#Titans Kyle Philips on the ladder. pic.twitter.com/Ze0AixkZGS
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Josh Whyle. #Titans pic.twitter.com/ozBuwhbYk2
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Chig Okonkwo, TE1. #Titans pic.twitter.com/6wLe0K4RJy
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Colton Dowell. #Titans pic.twitter.com/GXipddNtJD
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Treylon Burks. #Titans pic.twitter.com/qElLCKOb1d
— Ben Arthur (@benyarthur) May 23, 2023
Will Levis presser
Will Levis on Ryan Tannehill. #Titans pic.twitter.com/CWfFFb54FU
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
Will Levis on #Titans OTA’s and getting comfortable in the offense: pic.twitter.com/0h0aHw1A9D
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) May 23, 2023
Malik Willis presser
Malik Willis on more competition in the Titans QB room pic.twitter.com/E2IBoENE3U
— Buck Reising (@BuckReising) May 23, 2023
Jeffery Simmons presser
#Titans OTAs are important for Jeffery Simmons because he feels him being out there helps set the standard. Wants the team to see that it matters no matter who you are. Simmons says he's still getting healthy but feeling good conditioning wise. pic.twitter.com/nYEzRovxFv
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Titans’ Simmons on his goals this yr after signing new contract: pic.twitter.com/ObjDeKrCi2
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) May 23, 2023
Jeffery Simmons onKevin Byard. #Titans pic.twitter.com/ws8ZdUXhKQ
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
Chig Okonkwo presser
Chig Okonkwo on #Titans’ play call language. pic.twitter.com/H8WbNeI0eM
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
Chig Okonkwo on Malik Willis: He's a lot more confident in the huddle. pic.twitter.com/gwoFVNvGQG
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Okonkwo with a lot of praise for rookie TE Josh Whyle — understands routes, uses height and speed, good at creating separation.
— John Glennon (@glennonsports) May 23, 2023
Chig Okonkwo on graduating from the tough love from Mike Vrabel as a rookie. #Titans pic.twitter.com/UNpbsgFdoz
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
Chig Okonkwo confirms that the rigorous #Titans off-season workouts newcomers have mentioned is, in fact, the same thing Tennessee did last season.
— Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) May 23, 2023
Chris Moore presser
New #Titans WR Chris Moore said he had previous experience with OC Tim Kelly. It factored into his decision but he also liked the established culture he sensed from his visit with the team. pic.twitter.com/yOhVz3SWGO
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Chris Moore on being the old man in the #Titans’ WR room, and on blocking. pic.twitter.com/WNH6VA5TXt
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 23, 2023
#Titans WR Chris Moore said he likes the WR room. Shrugged off any mention of the group not being good. Feels all they have to do is win. That's all that matters. pic.twitter.com/3tYw9752yB
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) May 23, 2023
Chris Moore said at first he didn’t realize the significance of taking No. 11 as a receiver when he chose that number with the #Titans
— Terry McCormick (@terrymc13) May 23, 2023
