Titans sign Dominique Hampton, waive Shad Banks with injury designation

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Titans sign Dominique Hampton, waive Shad Banks with injury designation

Summary

The Tennessee Titans updated their linebacker roster on August 6, signing Dominique Hampton and waiving Shad Banks with an injury designation. Hampton, a fifth-round pick by the Commanders in 2024, transitioned from safety to linebacker and saw limited action as a rookie. Banks, who went undrafted from UTSA this April, joined the Titans earlier this season. If Banks clears waivers, he will revert to the team's injured reserve list.

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•Titans signed Dominique Hampton on August 6.
•Shad Banks was waived due to an injury designation.
•Hampton was drafted by the Commanders in 2024.
•Banks signed with the Titans after going undrafted from UTSA.
•If Banks clears waivers, he will go to injured reserve.

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4:22 PMYahoo Sports — Titans sign LB Dominique Hampton, waive/injured LB Shad Banks
3:33 PMYahoo Sports — Titans sign LB Dominique Hampton, waive LB Shad Banks

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