The OTP | Mike Borgonzi & Robert Saleh on Building the Titans' Standard

On this episode of The OTP, host Taylor Zarzour sits down one-on-one with Tennessee Titans General Manager Mike Borgonzi and Head Coach Robert Saleh to discuss the vision for the franchise. From the coaching search and leadership philosophy to staff building, player development, and roster construction, Borgonzi and Saleh outline how the Titans are establishing a new standard. The conversation also touches on culture, accountability, and what Titans fans can expect as the team moves forward.

On this episode of the Official Titans Podcast, Amie Wells and the Titans Radio crew break down a busy week in Nashville following a major winter storm and major franchise news. The crew dives into the hiring of head coach Robert Saleh, offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, and special teams coach John Fassel, and what their experience means for the future. They also discuss the Pro Bowl, Jeffery Simmons' leadership, and what stood out from the Senior Bowl as draft season heats up. Plus, detailed breakdowns of edge rushers, wide receivers, and draft sleepers to watch as the Titans prepare for the 2026 season.

Titans General Manager Mike Borgonzi joins The OTP to reflect on the 2025 season, detailing the foundation built through a young roster, strong locker-room culture, and standout leadership from Jeffery Simmons and Cam Ward. Amie Wells, Taylor Zarzour, Rhett Bryan, and Coach Dave McGinnis then break down rookie development, late-season adversity, and the traits Tennessee must prioritize as the organization begins its head coaching search and prepares for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Amie Wells sits down with Jeffery Simmons for an in-depth conversation on completing his seventh NFL season, evolving as a leader, and setting a new standard for himself and the Titans' locker room. Simmons reflects on maturity, staying present through adversity, mentoring a young roster, and using his platform to make a lasting impact in the Nashville community—both on and off the field.

Amie Wells is joined by Rhett Bryan and Coach Dave McGinnis to break down the Titans' loss to the Saints, highlighting explosive plays, red-zone frustrations, and the impact of a depleted secondary. The crew dives deep into Cam Ward's continued growth and record-setting rookie season, the development of Tennessee's young core, and the realities of late-season attrition. Plus, a full preview of the regular-season finale in Jacksonville, where the Jaguars are playing for the AFC's top seed and the Titans look to close the year strong in a heated rivalry matchup.

In a special holiday edition of The OTP, Amie Wells and Taylor Zarzour sit down with Titans quarterback Cam Ward for an in-depth conversation about his football journey, growth as a rookie, and what it means to lead a young team in the NFL. Ward reflects on his path from Texas high school football to Incarnate Word, Washington State, Miami, and the pros, discusses preparation, trash talk, mentorship from Peyton Manning, and making an impact in the Nashville community.

Taylor Zarzour and Amie Wells recap the Titans' complete home win over the Kansas City Chiefs, highlighted by Cam Ward's most efficient performance of the season, a dominant run game led by Tony Pollard, and a defense that rose up despite injuries. The duo reflects on the energy inside Nissan Stadium, Jeffery Simmons' emotional postgame message, and the growing belief in a young Titans roster. Coach Mike McCoy joins to break down third-down dominance, penalty cleanup, roster development, and how the team prepares for a late-season matchup with the New Orleans Saints.

Amie Wells, Rhett Bryan, and Coach Dave McGinnis preview the Titans' home matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs, focusing on late-season injuries, life without Patrick Mahomes, and how Gardner Minshew changes the Chiefs' offense. The crew breaks down Cam Ward's continued growth, the Titans' surging run game, and key trench matchups before Keith Bulluck delivers his Real Deal matchup of the game. Plus, a one-on-one interview with rookie corner Marcus Harris on his football journey, speed background, NFL transition, and belief inside the Titans locker room.