The Tennessee Titans are a team that a lot of people are going to be keeping an eye on in the coming days with the 2023 NFL Draft less than a week away. There have been rumors swirling that they may not be done revamping their roster, which has already been purged of multiple veterans this offseason.
Running back Derrick Henry, quarterback Ryan Tannehill and safety Kevin Byard are three players who could be moved ahead of the draft. Tennessee has also been rumored as a team possibly interested in moving up in the draft should the opportunity present itself.
Right now the Titans are slated to pick No. 11. It is very unlikely they will land a new franchise quarterback in that spot if that is ultimately the route they want to take. If they stay in that spot, there is one position that they should look into addressing above the rest; the offensive line.
One of the veterans that the Titans released this offseason was offensive tackle, Taylor Lewan. That left a huge void in the trenches, one that has yet to be addressed. Guard Nate Davis also departed in free agency, making what was once a strength for the team along the offensive line a weakness.
A player to keep an eye on at No. 11 is Peter Skoronski out of Northwestern. He has been graded out as a player that can step into the starting lineup in Year 1, which the Titans certainly need.
There are concerns that Skoronski will have to be kicked inside eventually, but his high football IQ and excellent technique should make that transition, if needed, a successful one. With an NFL comp of Zack Martin, Skoronski is a highly regarded prospect.
Another player to keep an eye on at No. 11 is Paris Johnson Jr. He is lacking experience at left tackle, playing there for only one season at Ohio State. However, his projections have a very high ceiling and he already possesses a floor that should lead to a lengthy NFL career.
With some coaching, Johnson can develop into an excellent left tackle. His size, length and athleticism are uncoachable, so if a team brings him in and can hone that ability, they will have a star in the making. Some patience will need to be exhibited in the early going, but it will pay off in the end.
