Titans rookie Carnell Tate ends preseason with no receptions
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate finished the preseason without a catch. After an encouraging start during offseason workouts and a successful joint practice against the Chicago Bears, Tate was unable to convert his potential into production in game situations. He was targeted three times in the first two preseason games, including his only attempt in the finale against Chicago, where he could not secure the ball. Fans have expressed concern over his lack of performance, with some questioning the decision to draft him fourth overall. Despite the struggles, Titans coaches continue to adhere to their belief in Tate's abilities, citing his strong college performance.
- •Carnell Tate ends preseason without any receptions
- •Had three targets in the first two games
- •Failed to catch his only target in final game
- •Titans drafted Tate as the first wide receiver
- •Coaches remain supportive despite struggles
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Titans have big plans for Carnell Tate despite preseason struggles
- 5:36 AMYahoo Sports — ‘This Stat Line Is Wild’ — Titans Fans Ready to Start Panicking as Rookie Carnell Tate Goes Missing Over 3 Preseason Games
"Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate made an immediate impression when he first took the field during OTAs and continued to build on that momentum throughout minicamp. He also displayed plenty of promise early in training camp, but his preseason performances have failed to produce the kind of statistical start the Titans and their fans were hoping for.
"Despite a quiet preseason and zero catches through two games, Titans rookie Carnell Tate still has the full confidence of Tennessee’s coaching staff heading into the regular season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 8:44 PMTitans have big plans for Carnell Tate despite preseason struggles
Despite a quiet preseason and zero catches through two games, Titans rookie Carnell Tate still has the full confidence of Tennessee’s coaching staff heading into the regular season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:36 AM‘This Stat Line Is Wild’ — Titans Fans Ready to Start Panicking as Rookie Carnell Tate Goes Missing Over 3 Preseason Games
Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate made an immediate impression when he first took the field during OTAs and continued to build on that momentum throughout minicamp. He also displayed plenty of promise early in training camp, but his preseason performances have failed to produce the kind of statistical start the Titans and their fans were hoping for.
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