Robert Saleh expresses confidence in Titans quarterback Cam Ward
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh publicly backed second-year quarterback Cam Ward as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season. Saleh, who joined the franchise after a tenure with the New York Jets, stated his commitment to Ward's success, noting that he is putting his professional standing behind the young signal-caller. Ward, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, recorded 3,169 passing yards and 15 touchdowns during his rookie campaign. The team has integrated offensive coordinator Brian Daboll into the staff to focus on refining Ward’s rhythm and accuracy. The coaching staff aims to simplify the offensive approach as Ward enters his second year of professional experience. Tennessee enters the upcoming schedule looking to improve upon back-to-back three-win seasons and establish a more competitive footing in the league.
- •Robert Saleh hired Brian Daboll to serve as the team’s offensive coordinator.
- •Cam Ward completed 60 percent of his passes during his 2025 rookie season.
- •The Titans finished the previous season with a 3-14 record.
- •Ward started all 17 games for the franchise last year.
- •The coaching staff is emphasizing rhythm and shorter passing concepts for the upcoming season.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Robert Saleh: Cam Ward isn't going to fail, he's special
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Saleh on QB Cam Ward: 'This kid's not going to fail...I put my job on that one'
"The Titans selected quarterback Cam Ward at No. 1 overall last year with the idea that he would become the club’s franchise quarterback.
"Ward is heading into his second season as the Titans' starting QB, and his first with Saleh as head coach.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 8:24 PMRobert Saleh: Cam Ward isn't going to fail, he's special
The Titans selected quarterback Cam Ward at No. 1 overall last year with the idea that he would become the club’s franchise quarterback.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 7:20 PMSaleh on QB Cam Ward: 'This kid's not going to fail...I put my job on that one'
Ward is heading into his second season as the Titans' starting QB, and his first with Saleh as head coach.
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