Cam Ward needs to master basics under Titans' Brian Daboll in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 4:57 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward faces challenges ahead of the 2026 season. While his metrics highlight strong performance in complex situations, he struggles with fundamental plays. New offensive coordinator Brian Daboll is tasked with helping Ward improve his first reads and checkdowns. The Titans have added wide receivers Carnell Tate and Wan'Dale Robinson to enhance the passing game, especially in limiting drops on difficult throws.
- •Ward ranked 39th out of 41 qualifying quarterbacks in passing grade.
- •He excelled with a 91.9 grade on scramble drills, ranking third.
- •Against straightforward defenses, Ward's grades were significantly lower.
- •The Titans made roster changes to improve receiving options for Ward.
- •Daboll's focus will be on teaching foundational quarterback skills.
- 4:57 AMYahoo Sports — PFF QB Annual shows Cam Ward makes the hard stuff easy and the basics hard, leaving Titans' Brian Daboll with a clear mandate in 2026
"Cam Ward can clearly hang in the quarterbacking 201 and 301 classes. But it's the curriculum from QB 101 that he needs to demonstrate mastery over this fall. New Titans OC Brian Daboll is here to make that happen.
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