Silver Anniversary of the Tennessee Titans’ All-Quarter Century Offense

• As July draws near, the NFL is headed into the gloom of obligatory mini camps and OTAs. Due to the availability of schedules and the impending training camp, Tennessee is not alone in its endeavor. With so many new faces on the roster, excitement is in the air. The NFL’s silver anniversary campaign for the twenty-first century is quickly approaching, making it the ideal moment to rank the top Tennessee Titans of the last twenty-five years.

At the most crucial position in the game, the Titans’ post-McNair era has been dreadful. Legends like Will Levis, Vince Young, Marcus Mariota, and Jake Locker attempted to meet the standard but were unable. In the majority of passing categories throughout the franchise’s history, only Hall of Famer Warren Moon can match McNairs imposing legacy.

Alongside the unstoppable Peyton Manning, number nine was crowned the 2003 co-MVP and made three Pro Bowls. Before retiring in 2007 with the Ravens, he played with the Titans for six significant seasons (11 overall) in the twenty-first century. With 76 quarterback victories, McNair maintains the franchise record. The first-star quarterback for Tennessee passed for 27,141 yards and 156 touchdowns during a period when throwing the ball was gradually becoming more popular. McNairs influence on the city and the team is unmatched by any other Titans quarterback.

With their talented group of running backs, Tennessee more than makes up for their lack of star power at quarterback. In addition to Hall of Fame-adjacent runners throughout their history, the Titans have a strong record of present and prospective Hall of Famers. The Titans’ legendary rushing tradition is so great that it has several Heisman Trophy winners, including as Earl Campbell, Eddie George, and Derrick Henry.

Despite being inducted into the pantheon, George’s 21st-century career was tainted by late-career injuries. Henry is chosen over DeMarco Murray, Chris Johnson, and George. After an illustrious career with the Titans, the King is still playing for the Ravens. While in Nashville, he ran for 9,502 yards and 90 touchdowns, which are first and second in team history, respectively. In a close race, King Henry’s longevity won him the spot over the electric Johnson.

Mason spent the first eight seasons of his 15year career in Tennessee after being selected by the Titans/Oilers in the 1997 NFL Draft. He recorded 6,114 yards and 37 touchdowns on 453 grabs over that period, making him one of the greatest receivers in the history of the team. Throughout the organisations history, he has placed in the top 10 in each of the three “Triple Crown” categories. The former Michigan State standout relished his two Pro Bowl appearances during his Titan career. A.J. Brown was also given consideration for the award, but his eight-year career was too short for Tennessee.

Since the turn of the century, the receiver position has been in terrible shape for a team that has introduced the NFL’s high-flying run-and-shoot offense. After playing for Pittsburgh for his first four seasons, Washington signed with the Titans. Even though he wasn’t a particularly good receiver, the passers he played with found him to be a dependable, stable option.

 

He had 307 receptions for 4,591 yards and 28 touchdowns during his six seasons with Tennessee. Washington had the eighth-most yards and tenth-most receptions at the end of his 2014 Titans career. He and Delanie Walker are tied for the eighth-most receiving touchdowns (28) in the history of the team.

Walker joined the league as a backup to Vernon Davis for a number of seasons after being selected by the 49ers in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He became one of the league’s top tight ends after joining the Titans in the 2013 offseason. The tight end, who is still well-liked in Nashville, was a crucial component of the team’s comeback in the late 2010s. He got a contract extension in 2017 but was forced to retire in 2019 due to a severe ankle injury. Walker finished the season with the ninth-most yards (4,423) and eighth-most receptions (381).

Wycheck makes a compelling argument for being the finest tight end for his position when discussing the great Titans tight ends that Tennessee chose not to select. He has 482 receptions, which puts him third in team history, and 4,958 yards, which puts him seventh. Wycheck joined with Houston in 1995 after being selected by the Washington team in the 1993 NBA Draft.

Despite playing just four seasons in the twenty-first century and earning the final of his three Pro Bowls in the 2000 season, the Titans/Oilers legend is indelibly linked to the All-Titans Silver Anniversary squad. He is most renowned for writing the “Music City Miracle,” which Buffalo Bills fans around the world detest. Wycheck tragically died in 2023.

1. For the previous three decades, the Titans have been fortunate to have exceptional tackle play. Brad Hopkins held the fort for 13 seasons before stepping down, and Roos was a crucial cog in that machine. Because of Hopkins’ presence, the ten-year standout began his first season in 2005 at right tackle. He started every game during his career after taking over on the left side in 2006. The next name on this list was made possible by Roos’ retirement following the 2014 season. Because of his achievements in the outfit, the Eastern Washington product is considered a Titans legend.