Skip Bayless makes wild Shedeur Sanders-Titans claim after Brian Callahan firing
After watching the Titans move on from Brian Callahan, Skip Bayless dropped a bizarre take on Shedeur Sanders' fit in Tennessee.
When news broke that the Tennessee Titans were moving on from head coach Brian Callahan after a rough start to the 2025 NFL season, all eyes turned to Cam Ward and how this move would impact his future… except for those belonging to Skip Bayless.
No, while discussing the Titans' decision to cut bait on the head coach midway through Ward's rookie season on Underdog's The Arena: Gridiron, Skip Bayless made a pretty bonkers assertion, that had Tennessee selected Shedeur Sanders out of Colorado instead of Ward from Miami first overall, Callahan might still have a job today in the Music City.
“So allow me to say one more time, if they had picked Shadur instead of Cam, I know you love Cam, but I love Shadur more. I don't think this would have happened. That's just me,” Bayless declared. “That's how good Shadur is. He has the charisma factor, the it factor to change the franchise and inspire the defense as well as the offense. And I haven't seen Cam be able to do that yet.”
Now obviously, this is a pretty incendiary take that many of his fellow commentators like Aqib Talib took issue with, as wins and losses ultimately cost Callahan his job – in addition to some bizarre playcalling over the years – not how charismatic his starting quarterback is. Even if Sanders was able to make the defense play better based on respect alone, he still would have been tasked with executing the same plays, throwing to the same weapons, and going through possessions behind the same offensive line.
Could the decision to move on from Callahan ultimately impact Ward in a negative way during his rookie season? Sure, continuity is key to growth in the NFL, but to say Sanders, the third-string quarterback in Cleveland, would magically fix that situation is the definition of a hot take even in this, the hot take era.
Mike McCoy named interim head coach
The Tennessee Titans stumbled out of the gate, losing their first four games in 2025. After Sunday’s disheartening defeat, Tennessee made a change. The Titans fired head coach Brian Callahan following a 1-5 start.
Tennessee will turn to Mike McCoy as its interim head coach following Callahan’s departure, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. McCoy had been the team’s senior offensive assistant before the promotion. The Titans are hoping the veteran coach can get more out of first-year quarterback Cam Ward.
Tennessee selected Ward first overall in the 2025 draft. But the rookie passer has struggled as the team’s starting QB. The Titans have the league’s worst offense through six games this season, averaging 232.3 yards per contest.
Titans turn to Mike McCoy to fix struggling offense
Last year the Titans had the 26th-ranked overall offense in Callahan’s head coaching debut. The team averaged 304.2 total yards per game and finished tied for the worst record in football (3-14).
The Titans' struggles continued in 2025. Ward has been sacked an NFL-high 25 times. He was taken down six more times in Week 6, losing 62 yards in a 20-10 loss to the Raiders.
Tennessee got its first win of the season with Week 5’s comeback against the Arizona Cardinals. However, any optimism created by the victory was quickly erased by Sunday’s defeat. And the loss looked even worse when players criticized Callahan’s practices leading up to the Raiders game.
The Titans made the coaching change shortly after Ward and Jeffery Simmons publicly complained about the team’s practices, suggesting a lack of effort led to the Week 6 loss. Callahan went 4-19 in 23 games at the helm in Tennessee.
Now McCoy will attempt to stabilize the Titans. While he’s not considered the top head coach replacement candidate for Tennessee, McCoy is certainly experienced. He spent four seasons as the then-San Diego Chargers HC, leading the team to a playoff appearance in 2013.
McCoy has been an NFL coach for 25 years. Prior to working as the Titans’ senior offensive assistant, he was the Jacksonville Jaguars’ quarterbacks coach.
Hailee Steinfeld Opens Up About Josh Allen's Struggles, Gaining Support From Bills Nation
In an emotional statement that has captured the attention of both fans and sports media alike, Hailee Steinfeld, wife of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, has spoken out to explain the personal struggles her husband has been quietly facing ahead of the Bills' recent heartbreaking defeat.
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The defeat, which left Bills fans devastated, came after a game in which Allen was uncharacteristically subdued on the field. Despite his typically strong leadership, Allen struggled to execute his usual brilliance in the game, leaving many to wonder what was behind his uncharacteristic performance. Hailee’s emotional plea has shed light on the matter and revealed that there is more to Josh Allen’s struggle than what was visible on the sidelines.
“Please try to understand my husband,” Steinfeld began, her voice filled with emotion, in a statement that has since been shared widely on social media. “Josh has been quietly battling something serious that has affected his ability to fully concentrate. This loss isn’t just about the game—it’s about something deeper, something that has been weighing on him for some time."
The revelation has sparked an outpouring of support for Allen from fans, teammates, and the sports community. Steinfeld’s words have brought a level of compassion and understanding to a situation that was previously left unexplained. While the details of Allen’s struggle remain private, Steinfeld’s candid explanation paints a picture of a man who, despite being at the center of the NFL spotlight, is still very much human—dealing with challenges beyond football.
The timing of Steinfeld’s message has had a profound effect, not only offering insight into Allen’s mindset but also reminding fans that athletes are often battling personal demons that can impact their performance. It’s a vulnerability that resonates deeply with fans who have stood behind Allen throughout his career.
Bills fans, known for their passionate support, have rallied around Allen in the wake of this revelation, with many taking to social media to express their unwavering loyalty and compassion.
Allen, who has been a leader for the Bills and one of the brightest quarterbacks in the NFL, now finds himself in a different spotlight—one of empathy and support. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how this personal struggle may continue to impact his play, but Steinfeld’s statement has certainly reminded fans of the importance of compassion and understanding in the world of sports.
As for the Bills, their playoff aspirations still stand, and with their franchise quarterback working through personal difficulties, it’s clear that this team’s resolve will be tested not just on the field, but in the hearts of their supporters as well.
