BLOCKBUSTER TRADE: Titans Trade QB Will Levis to Raiders in Groundbreaking Deal
June 2, 2025 — Nashville, TN / Las Vegas, NV
In a major shakeup to the NFL quarterback landscape, the Tennessee Titans have officially traded quarterback Will Levis to the Las Vegas Raiders, marking the end of the former second-round pick’s time in Nashville and the beginning of a bold new chapter for both franchises.
The Titans confirmed the deal early Monday, with the Las Vegas Raiders acquiring Levis on a newly restructured contract, reportedly worth $48 million over three years, sources tell ESPN and NFL Network. The deal includes $30 million guaranteed and positions Levis as a key piece in the Raiders’ quarterback competition — or possibly their starter heading into 2025.
🔁 Trade Details (per reports):
•Raiders receive: QB Will Levis
•Titans receive: 2026 2nd-round pick, conditional 2027 4th-round pick (can become a 3rd based on starts)
🏈 Why the Titans Moved On
This move comes just weeks after the Titans named rookie QB Cam Ward the expected starter following an “executive decision” by ownership. Despite Levis being under contract through 2026 and recently signing a restructured deal worth $10.5M, Tennessee ultimately chose to build around Ward — the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Sources say the decision was part of a long-term strategic reset by new GM Mike Borgonzi and President of Football Ops Chad Brinker, who are fully invested in their “Draft, Develop, Retain” philosophy.
“We appreciate everything Will brought to our locker room and wish him success in Las Vegas,” Titans GM Borgonzi said in a statement. “This decision allows both sides to move forward with clarity.”
☠️ Raiders’ QB Room Gets a Boost
The Raiders, who have been navigating uncertainty at the quarterback position following the departure of Jimmy Garoppolo and the inconsistency of Aidan O’Connell, now get a talented and experienced signal-caller with significant upside. Levis, still only 25, showed flashes of potential during his time in Tennessee, including several strong starts in 2024 despite a shaky offensive line and limited weapons.
“Will has the tools, the toughness, and the leadership we’re looking for,” said Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce. “He’s going to compete right away.”
Levis is expected to enter training camp in an open competition with O’Connell and any other additions the Raiders may bring in, though insiders say the front office views Levis as a possible long-term starter if he develops properly.
💰 Contract Breakdown
Levis’s new contract with the Raiders is reported to be:
•3 years, $48 million
•$30 million guaranteed
•Incentives tied to starts, playoff appearances, and team success
•Includes a team option for a fourth year (2028)
The structure is seen as both a financial commitment and a flexible arrangement that gives the Raiders options while still betting on Levis’s growth.
🧠 What’s Next?
For Tennessee, the Levis trade officially turns the page to the Cam Ward era, and frees up cap space and positional clarity as they begin a full-scale rebuild.
For Las Vegas, the move adds new life to a franchise that has aggressively retooled under Pierce and new GM Tom Telesco, with growing playoff expectations in a stacked AFC West.
This blockbuster deal — blending potential, risk, and opportunity — could have major ripple effects across the league. One thing is certain: Will Levis is getting a second chance, and it’s coming under the bright lights of Las Vegas.
