Tennessee Titans' Femi Oladejo talks development heading into Year 2
Tennessee Titans edge Femi Oladejo is showing promise in his second season after a rookie year sidelined by injury.
The Tennessee Titans recently concluded their preseason season with a loss to the Chicago Bears. However, the team showcased promising performances from their developmental players who are anticipated to contribute during the regular season. Among these players, edge Femi Oladejo demonstrated one of his best performances since joining the league as a second-round draft pick in 2025, exhibiting growth in Robert Saleh's defense.
According to a report by Jim Wyatt, "A lot more prepared. I think Coach Whitecotton’s given us a lot of wisdom and knowledge of just about ball and what to expect from our linemen and the blocking schemes and how to win in this league as well." This second-year linebacker, who faced numerous challenges in his rookie season due to a broken leg, appears to be gradually developing into a potential impact player on the edge.
Known for his strong run defense, Oladejo also displayed glimpses of his pass rush abilities against the Bears, which could be crucial for the Titans' defensive unit in the upcoming 2026 season.
With the need for the edge unit to improve and provide a boost to the pass rush, the Titans' defense has the potential to become one of the league's top units if they can capitalize on Oladejo's progress and the performances of other developmental players.
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