Fernando Carmona Jr. embraces rookie role after being late draft pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Tennessee Titans right guard Fernando Carmona Jr. expressed relief about being a fifth-round draft pick, feeling less pressure in his rookie season. After returning to full practice on September 23 following a shoulder injury from Week 2, he aims to make an impact. Carmona stepped up as a starter unexpectedly, having played 53 snaps and earning a solid run-blocking grade against the Philadelphia Eagles. He continues to work on establishing his name in the league ahead of the Titans' matchup against the New York Giants on September 27.
- •Carmona was drafted in the fifth round of the NFL draft.
- •He returned to practice after a shoulder injury in Week 2.
- •Carmona played all 53 snaps against the Eagles.
- •He has not been penalized in two games.
- •Titans face the New York Giants on September 27.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Why Tennessee Titans OL Fernando Carmona Jr. didn't mind being late draft pick
"Tennessee Titans right guard Fernando Carmona Jr. said being a late-round NFL draft pick took all the pressure off his rookie season.
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