The Tennessee Titans hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and while they’re open to trading it, General Manager Mike Borgonzi has made it clear that it would take a “Godfather” type offer—one they simply can’t refuse—for them to consider moving off that top spot. After finishing the 2024 season with a 3-14 record, the Titans are in a critical rebuilding phase, and this draft pick could be a game-changer for the future of the franchise.
The Titans’ front office has already fielded calls from teams interested in trading up, but Borgonzi emphasized that the price tag is high. “Anytime you’re trading up to the No. 1 pick, you’re going to expect a big return,” he said. That return could include multiple high draft picks or even established players. In a league where quarterback talent can make or break a franchise, a team in need of a signal-caller may be willing to give up a lot to move to the top of the board.
Despite the willingness to listen, the Titans also have a shortlist of elite prospects they’re seriously considering. At the top of that list are Colorado’s dynamic duo—quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Travis Hunter. Both players have drawn national attention for their athleticism, leadership, and ability to impact games in multiple ways. Sanders, in particular, could be a cornerstone quarterback, while Hunter offers the rare potential to play at an elite level on both offense and defense.
Other names under consideration include Cam Ward, the quarterback from Miami known for his strong arm and mobility, and Abdul Carter, the explosive edge rusher out of Penn State who could be a foundational piece for the Titans’ defense. With Head Coach Brian Callahan and GM Borgonzi conducting deep evaluations of these top-tier prospects, the Titans are clearly doing their due diligence before making a final decision.
The stakes are high. If the Titans choose to stay at No. 1, they have a rare opportunity to land a player who could change the course of the franchise. But if they trade down and accumulate assets, they could accelerate a broader rebuild by filling multiple needs at once. The decision also depends on how confident the team is in current quarterback Will Levis, who showed flashes of promise in 2024 but didn’t solidify himself as the long-term answer.
Ultimately, the Titans are playing it smart by keeping all options open. Whether they stay put and draft a superstar or trade down for a haul, the outcome of this decision will define the next era of Titans football. But one thing is clear: unless another team is willing to make a blockbuster offer, Tennessee is more than ready to use that top pick to secure a future franchise player.
