Tennessee Titans claim linebacker Owen Pappoe off waivers from Arizona Cardinals

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Tennessee Titans claim linebacker Owen Pappoe off waivers from Arizona Cardinals
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The Tennessee Titans claimed linebacker Owen Pappoe off waivers on August 31, 2026. Pappoe, a fifth-round selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, had spent three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals as a reserve and special teams player. His departure followed the team's decision to name Karson Sharar to the 53-man roster for the fourth linebacker position. While Arizona reportedly hoped to retain Pappoe for their practice squad, the waiver claim process prevented his return. The Cardinals were third in waiver priority behind the Las Vegas Raiders and New York Jets but did not add any players through the wire during the current round of cuts. Throughout his tenure in Arizona, Pappoe recorded 66 tackles, five pass deflections, and one forced fumble across 49 games.

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  • Tennessee Titans claimed Owen Pappoe off waivers on August 31, 2026.
  • Pappoe appeared in 49 games for the Arizona Cardinals over three seasons.
  • Karson Sharar secured the final inside linebacker roster spot for Arizona.
  • Arizona failed to secure any players off the waiver wire during this period.
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  • 10:42 PMYahoo SportsArizona Cardinals Lose Linebacker Off Waivers to Titans
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One of the domino effects of roster cutdowns is losing players to waivers. That happened to the Arizona Cardinals, as linebacker Owen Pappoe was claimed by the Tennessee Titans, per NFL insider Tom Pelissero.Given his familiarity with Nick Rallis’ defensive scheme, the Cardinals likely hoped Pappoe would have cleared waivers so he could sign to […] The post Arizona Cardinals Lose Linebacker Off Waivers to Titans appeared first on HEAVY.

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