Titans quarterback Cam Ward: Better play will quiet social media attacks on his family

Nashville, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee's quarterback Cam Ward has stated that his team's upcoming performance on the field will help silence the social media backlash directed at his family following a recent 0-3 start. Ward emphasized that his family understands his aspirations and the expectations placed upon them. The criticism escalated after a 12-7 defeat to the New York Giants last week, when Ward was intercepted in the end zone, preventing the Titans from securing their first victory of the season.

This loss brought his NFL starter record to 3-17. Ward's sister, Chantel, took to social media to condemn individuals who attack a player's family over a game, asserting that it is vastly different from frustration with a player or critique of a play. The No. 1 overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft suggested that while people are free to voice their opinions, he has a support system with his family to turn to if the social media scrutiny becomes too intense.

Ward admitted that he will face every challenge and celebrate every triumph alongside his family, but he firmly believes that excelling on the football field will ultimately put an end to the negative online comments. The Titans are set to face Baltimore on Sunday.