NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Titans have wrapped up their second season with quarterback Will Levis at the helm, and the young signal-caller reflected on a roller-coaster year filled with ups and downs.
“It was all over the place,” Levis said about his 2024 campaign. “I feel like I’ve experienced nearly everything an NFL quarterback can go through in a single season.”
Now, as the team enters the offseason, major decisions loom, not only for Levis but for the entire franchise. With the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and potential moves to make in free agency, the Titans have several options to consider when it comes to their quarterback situation.
“Right now, we have one quarterback under contract, and the other two are free agents,” Titans head coach Brian Callahan explained, referencing Levis, as well as pending free agents Mason Rudolph and Trevor Siemian. “We’re in a position where we could draft a quarterback with the first overall pick, but we also have the flexibility to sign a veteran quarterback in free agency. We’re going to explore every option available to us.”
The Titans’ front office will be working diligently in the coming months to determine the best course of action for the team’s future. Callahan emphasized that the franchise will leave no stone unturned in its efforts to strengthen the quarterback position.
Levis, a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, had a season filled with mixed results. He completed 190 of his 301 pass attempts for 2,091 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions while posting a passer rating of 81.4. Additionally, he contributed 183 rushing yards on 45 attempts. However, injuries took a toll on his performance, and a shoulder issue forced him to miss time. Ultimately, a series of costly mistakes led to his benching later in the season.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future as the Titans’ starting quarterback, Levis remains committed to improving. Callahan highlighted the areas where the young quarterback needs to grow, with ball security and decision-making at the top of the list.
“Will has to maintain his mindset and continue working on his craft,” Callahan said. “I still believe in his talent and his ability to be a successful quarterback in this league. However, I was upfront with him that competition is likely coming. At the very least, we’ll bring in someone to challenge him for the starting role. We need to evaluate every option available.”
Callahan also acknowledged that coaching played a role in the team’s offensive struggles, and he took responsibility for not maximizing the potential of his quarterbacks.
“There are certainly things Will can improve on, and I like the plan he has in place for the offseason,” Callahan said. “He’s taking the right steps to refine his skills and elevate his game. However, I also have to look at myself as a coach and ask what I could have done better. I have a strong background in coaching quarterbacks, and I take pride in my ability to develop that position. That’s why it’s disappointing that I wasn’t able to get more out of our quarterbacks this season.”
Callahan continued by expressing his belief that the responsibility of improvement extends beyond just Levis.
“It’s not just about Will—Mason [Rudolph] and Trevor [Siemian] were part of this process too,” he added. “As a coach, I have to examine where I fell short in my approach and make adjustments moving forward. There’s a professional pride in that, and I have to hold myself accountable as well.”
Levis, who has two years remaining on his rookie contract, remains determined to be the long-term solution for the Titans at quarterback. Following the team’s season-ending loss, he reiterated his commitment to improving and proving himself as the franchise’s leader.
“I’m going to put in the work to get better,” Levis said as he cleared out his locker alongside his teammates. “I want to be this team’s starting quarterback in 2025 and beyond.”
Although his future with the team remains uncertain, Levis made it clear that his goal is to be the franchise quarterback for years to come.
“Absolutely,” he said when asked if he sees himself as the Titans’ long-term quarterback. “I want to be the guy leading this team for the rest of my career. But ultimately, I don’t make those decisions.”
While the Titans’ front office deliberates over their options, Levis remains focused on his preparation for the next season. He understands that he needs to prove himself and earn the team’s trust moving forward.
“I feel like I can be the guy to take this team where we want to go,” Levis added. “But it’s up to the organization to make that decision.”
As the offseason unfolds, all eyes will be on Tennessee to see how they address their quarterback situation. With the top pick in the draft and plenty of flexibility in free agency, the Titans have numerous paths they can take. Whether Levis remains their quarterback of the future or the team decides to bring in new competition, the coming months will be crucial in shaping the franchise’s direction for the 2025 season and beyond.