The Tennessee Titans, holding the first pick in the upcoming NFL Draft after a 3-14 season, have added quarterback Tim Boyle to their roster. This move comes amid increasing speculation that the Titans will select Cam Ward with the top pick. Boyle, entering his eighth year in the NFL, has previously played for the Packers, Lions, Bears, Jets, Texans, Dolphins, and Giants, although he has mainly been a backup. He briefly saw playing time for the Giants last season as an injury replacement.
Currently, the Titans’ quarterback room consists of Boyle, Will Levis, and Brandon Allen. The addition of Boyle raises questions about the team’s intentions with Levis, as they have failed to pursue a veteran QB this offseason. While the Titans could trade Levis, no market for him has emerged, and releasing him would incur a $4.8 million dead cap hit.
If the team selects Ward, there are a few possible scenarios: Levis could stay as a backup, pushing Allen to the third-string spot, and Boyle might move to the practice squad. It’s unclear why the Titans signed Boyle at this stage, but the move appears to be a cost-effective addition for a quarterback room that is still in flux as they prepare for the draft.
