Titans Signal Full Rebuild with Cornerback Trade to Rams
The Tennessee Titans are starting their trade deadline chatter a little early by sending cornerback Roger McCreary to the Los Angeles Rams.
The Titans are getting a fifth-round pick that they originally traded to the Rams last year for linebacker Ernest Jones IV in exchange for McCreary and a sixth-round pick. The deal officially confirms that the Titans are going to be sellers going into the Nov. 4 trade deadline.
Titans Officially Become Trade Deadline Sellers
The move clearly shows how the Titans are moving forward for the rest of the season. At 1-7, the Titans are tied for the worst record in the league and are continuing to rebuild.
The team already traded cornerback Jarvis Brownlee Jr. to the New York Jets earlier this season, but they are continuing to tear down their cornerback room by dealing McCreary to the Rams. The trade isn't a surprise because the Titans are sellers, but it is somewhat shocking considering how dire the team's cornerback room is.
The team traded Brownlee and placed L'Jarius Sneed on injured reserve with a quad injury that continues to plague him. On top of that, the team saw Darrell Baker Jr. exit the game against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 8 with a concussion.
Implications for Titans/Chargers Matchup
This means that none of the team's top four cornerbacks from the beginning of the season are available for next week's game against the Los Angeles Chargers. With all of these players out, the Titans will rely on some of their depth they acquired in the offseason to aid them at a key position.
Jalyn Armour-Davis and Samuel Womack, both of whom were claimed off waivers following the 53-man roster deadline at the end of training camp, will be two of the players called into action right away. In addition, sixth-round rookie Marcus Harris and third-year pro Kendell Brooks could see his role increase.
Given the fact that the Titans are decimated at the cornerback position only halfway through the season, it's hard to imagine the team winning too many more games from here on out. The team is in dire straits and it may only get worse as the trade deadline comes and goes since more talented players could soon leave the Titans.
For the players still on the roster, it's an unfortunate situation, but the younger ones will have a chance to prove themselves for a spot on the 2026 Titans.
‘No More Excuses!’ Ben Johnson Demands Accountability and Action From His Players
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson didn’t mince words after his team’s most recent loss, delivering one of the most powerful and straightforward messages of the season. Following a game that exposed critical lapses on both sides of the ball, Johnson addressed the media with a tone that left no doubt about where he stands. His message was simple — enough with the excuses. It’s time for accountability, effort, and results.
“I don’t care about excuses or the ‘almost’ moments,” Johnson said firmly after the game. “It’s time for everyone on this team to take responsibility. We need action, not words. Football is about results, and I want to see that starting next week.”
Those words sent shockwaves through the Bears’ locker room — a clear challenge to his players to step up and deliver. Johnson’s frustration reflects a growing urgency within the organization. Despite flashes of potential, the Bears have struggled with inconsistency, mental errors, and penalties that have cost them key drives. For a coach known for his meticulous preparation and sharp offensive mind, seeing his team fall short of execution has become increasingly unacceptable.
Johnson’s comments are also seen as a turning point in how he’s handling leadership. Since taking over as head coach, he’s been known as a players’ coach — calm, strategic, and supportive. But this latest statement marks a shift toward accountability and intensity. Sources close to the team have said Johnson’s message in the locker room was even stronger, emphasizing that “the time for learning lessons is over — now it’s about results.”
Veteran players reportedly responded well to the speech, understanding the urgency behind their coach’s tone. One insider noted that several players stayed late after practice to review game film and correct mistakes, something Johnson has been pushing for since the start of the season.
The Bears still have time to turn their season around, but Johnson knows that will only happen if everyone on the roster plays with discipline and consistency. “This league doesn’t wait for anyone,” Johnson said. “You either adapt and execute or you get left behind. I want to see who’s ready to fight.”
Fans are already rallying behind Johnson’s no-nonsense approach, with many praising him for bringing honesty and toughness back to the Bears’ locker room. His challenge has been laid out clearly — no more excuses, no more complacency. The question now is whether his team will rise to meet it.
