How the Titans Can QUICKLY COMPETE in 2026 (with Mike Herndon)

How the Titans Can QUICKLY COMPETE in 2026 (with Mike Herndon)

Author: Justin Graver, Justin Melo December 10, 2025 Duration: 39:36
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Mike Herndon to discuss how the Titans can pull off a quick turnaround and be competitive as early as the 2026 season. Before Mike joins us, we quickly cover the "Cam Ward attitude problem" stemming from his comments after Sunday's game. Then, Mike hops on to look at past examples of quick turnarounds in the NFL and what those key ingredients are. Mike also shares his thoughts on the upcoming head coaching search, including his top three candidates for the Tennessee Titans. 0:00 How the Titans can turn things around in 2026? 1:10 Cam Ward’s “Attitude Problem” 9:22 Mike Herndon joins! 10:27 Recent one-season NFL turnarounds 16:17 Titans have the key ingredient? 19:00 Past experience profiles for head coach candidates 21:54 Potential pairing: HC Chris Shula with OC Matt Nagy 33:13 Mike’s Top Three Candidates 36:02 Wrap Up ------------ The Music City Audible is presented by Sinker's Beverages in East Nashville and Bluegrass Beverages in Hendersonville. Join the Sinker's Beverages In Crowd: https://sinkers.storebyweb.com/s/1000-1/register ------------ Order Justin Melo's book "Titans of the South" here: https://shop.adventurewithkeen.com/product/titans-of-the-south/ ------------ MCA YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@musiccityaudiblepodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You’ve found Music City Audible, the only dual-Justin Tennessee Titans podcast out there. Hosts Justin Graver and Justin Melo bring their distinct perspectives-one from the film room, the other from the scouting trail-to every conversation about the team they follow relentlessly. This isn’t just a recap show. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with two friends who live and breathe Titans football, breaking down everything from the previous week’s performance to what’s looming on the schedule. They go deep on the NFL draft, bringing a level of detail that true fans appreciate, and regularly sit down with current and former players, coaches, and voices from the Nashville media scene. The result is a comprehensive, insider-feeling take on the franchise. If you’re looking for thoughtful game previews, honest analysis, and interviews that go beyond the usual soundbites, this podcast has become an essential part of the Titans conversation. New episodes drop regularly, offering a consistent and engaging deep dive into all things Titans football throughout the entire year.
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Titans #4 Pick Targets RANKED by Likelihood | MCA Friday Hangout [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:25
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are LIVE to close out the week by ranking the options for the Tennessee Titans #4 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in order of likelihood t…
Tracking Titans Top-30 Prospect Visits & What We Can Learn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:08
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to talk through the 10 reported prospect visits for the Tennessee Titans in the "Top 30" category. We have a handful of top-of-the-d…
Titans Most UNDERRATED Option for 4th Overall Pick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:58
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to continue talking Tennessee Titans draft prospects after Notre Dame's Pro Day concluded on Tuesday, with Ohio State's taking place…
Rueben Bain Jr. SHINES at Miami Pro Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:40
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to react to Miami and LSU's pro day performances, specifically focusing on Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr., who could be a Titans…
Titans MUST Plan To Address Biggest Roster Issue [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:08
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to talk about the Titans biggest roster problem based on a recent Paul Kuharsky report and what Tennessee can do to fix it. Plus, we…
Titans Mock Draft Scenarios: Conducting Two Different 7-Round Mocks | MCA Friday Hangout [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:39
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are LIVE to close out the week with a pair of Tennessee Titans mock drafts, with each of us making different selections for all 7 rounds. We'…
Titans Introduce New Free Agent Signings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:58
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to react to introductory press conferences for the Titans newest high-profile free agent acquisitions: WR Wan'Dale Robinson, DE Jerm…
All Signs Point to Titans Drafting RB Jeremiyah Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:55
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to talk about the latest changes in the winds with regards to the Tennessee Titans draft pick possibilities at number 4 overall. The…
Titans Day 2 Draft Targets Post-Free Agency [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:02
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to cover the ideal targets for the Tennessee Titans on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft after the first wave of NFL Free Agency. We first…
Titans Free Agency Reset: Biggest Remaining Needs & Salary Cap Update [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:15
Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to reset where the Titans stand after the first week of free agency. We look at the recent roster moves, including cutting CB L'Jari…