Recent conversations with high-ranking Tennessee Titans officials suggest that any hopes of owner Robert Kraft trading with Tennessee to replace head coach Bill Belichick with his former player Mike Vrabel should be put to rest, as it is highly unlikely to happen. Similarly, frustrated Tennessee Titans fans should put to rest any hopes of owner Amy Adams Strunk firing Vrabel, who appears to have the full support and confidence of the franchise to lead the team to long-term success.
In a recent interview, Vrabel expressed his focus on improving his players’ performance rather than concerning himself with job status, emphasizing the importance of his players’ success. Meanwhile, the Steelers made a midseason coaching change by firing offensive coordinator Matt Canada, causing a stir among players who expressed their frustrations on and off-screen in recent weeks.
The uncertainty surrounding injured former Colts linebacker Shaq Leonard’s next destination provides a buzz of intrigue, as team sources revealed that Leonard has multiple potential landing spots after clearing waivers. Additionally, Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson is not expected to play due to a hamstring injury, giving him much-needed rest time.
The Kansas City Chiefs addressed speculation surrounding tight end Travis Kelce’s performance, assuring that his relationship with singer Taylor Swift is not a factor in his recent performance.
As the NFL season progresses, the Baltimore Ravens are dealing with the loss of tight end Mark Andrews to a serious ankle injury, highlighting the need for other players to step up and fill the void left by the star player. Amidst these updates and developments, I want to express my gratitude to you, the reader, for your continued support and engagement with my NFL columns on The Athletic. Thank you for making this season the most fulfilling and enjoyable period of my career as an NFL reporter.
