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Titans release Jordan Elliott after firearm incident at practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 11:51 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Titans release Jordan Elliott after firearm incident at practice

Summary

Jordan Elliott has been released by the Tennessee Titans following an incident involving a firearm at the team facility. The incident occurred on October 15 after an altercation with teammate JC Latham, leading to Elliott reportedly retrieving a firearm from his vehicle. Former NFL player Shannon Sharpe commented on the situation, emphasizing the need to contact the police instead of handling it personally. Titans head coach Robert Saleh described Elliott's actions as a major lapse in judgment but defended his character, indicating the team had attempted to support him before the release.

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•Elliott was involved in a firearm incident during practice.
•The Titans released him on October 20 after the altercation.
•Sharpe suggested contacting police in similar situations.
•Saleh acknowledged Elliott's prior contributions to the team.
•The incident raises questions about player behavior in the league.

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11:51 AMYahoo Sports — “Lock My Door, Man”: Shannon Sharpe Reacts to How He Would Have Handled Jordan Elliott’s Firearm Incident as Titans HC

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Jordan Elliott’s release from the Tennessee Titans following a reported firearm incident at the team facility has sparked debate across the NFL. Former NFL tight end Shannon Sharpe recently addressed the situation on Nightcap.
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