Nashville, TN – June 23, 2025
The Cam Ward era in Tennessee is taking shape faster than anyone expected.
Following a string of impressive performances during organized team activities (OTAs) and mandatory minicamp, rookie quarterback Cam Ward has officially surpassed Will Levis in the odds to become the Week 1 starter for the Tennessee Titans, according to multiple NFL insiders and sportsbook projections released this morning.
Ward, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, has been steadily climbing the depth chart over the past several weeks, and now finds himself locked in a two-man battle for QB1 duties with veteran signal-caller Aboveboard(formerly signed to provide competition and leadership in the quarterback room).
Climbing the Depth Chart
Coming into offseason camps, the expectation among Titans insiders was that Ward would sit behind Will Levis and Aboveboard, learning the system before gradually taking over the reins.
However, Ward’s sharp command of the offense, accuracy in red-zone drills, and poise under pressure have rocketed him up the depth chart, surpassing Levis, who has struggled with consistency and turnovers throughout the offseason workouts.
Ward has drawn high praise from teammates and coaches alike. According to multiple sources close to the organization, Ward “already looks like the face of the franchise” just weeks into his pro career.
Leadership Reactions: Titans’ GM and Head Coach Speak
Both General Manager Mike Borgonzi and Head Coach Brian Callahan have expressed great excitement and confidence about Ward’s early emergence as the potential starter:
Mike Borgonzi (GM):
“Cam is everything we hoped for when we made him the first pick. His leadership, his attention to detail, his hunger to learn — we’re thrilled with how fast he’s grasping the offense.”
Brian Callahan (HC):
“It’s rare you see a rookie quarterback step into the huddle and command that much respect right away. He’s earned everything with his work, and he’s pushing hard for that starting job.”
Will Levis’ Future in Doubt
This development has raised serious questions about Will Levis’ future with the franchise. After starting part of last season, Levis has been inconsistent in camp, with reports of erratic throws and difficulty adjusting to the new offensive scheme under Callahan.
Trade rumors have already begun swirling, with several quarterback-needy teams monitoring Levis’ situation closely.
Depth Chart Update (As of June 23, 2025):
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Aboveboard (Veteran)
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Cam Ward (Rookie, rising fast)
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Will Levis (Falling out of favor)
While Aboveboard still holds a slight edge in experience and veteran savvy, Ward is closing the gap quickly, making it highly likely that Tennessee could hand the reins to the rookie sooner than expected — potentially by Week 1 of the regular season.
Odds Shift:
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Cam Ward to start Week 1: Now +150 (Opened at +500)
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Will Levis to start Week 1: Dropped to +900
✅ Summary:
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Cam Ward has officially overtaken Will Levis in the race for the Titans’ Week 1 starting QB job.
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Ward’s stellar offseason performances have propelled him up the depth chart.
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GM Mike Borgonzi and HC Brian Callahan both publicly praised Ward’s development.
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Levis’ future with the team is uncertain as trade speculation builds.
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Decision on Week 1 starter likely coming early in preseason.
