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Why drafting OSU's Carnell Tate to pair with Cam Ward was 'easy decision' for Titans

ESPN · May 25, 2026, 11:35 AM

Key takeaways

  • The receivers coach couldn't help himself as he began to clap while offensive coordinator Brian Daboll was on the phone with the Titans' newest draft pick, Carnell Tate.
  • Applause is usually reserved for when the call is over, but Lewis was clearly excited about the opportunity to work with the 6-foot-3, 195-pound All-American receiver from Ohio State.
  • Tate going in the first round wasn't a surprise, but getting picked at No. 4 stunned the NFL world.

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The receivers coach couldn't help himself as he began to clap while offensive coordinator Brian Daboll was on the phone with the Titans' newest draft pick, Carnell Tate.

Applause is usually reserved for when the call is over, but Lewis was clearly excited about the opportunity to work with the 6-foot-3, 195-pound All-American receiver from Ohio State.

Tate going in the first round wasn't a surprise, but getting picked at No. 4 stunned the NFL world. But in Nashville, the Titans were unanimous about picking a player they believe will develop into their No. 1 wide receiver to pair with last year's No. 1 pick in quarterback Cam Ward.

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