Three Biggest Rookie Surprises so far Through the Titans' Training Camp

The Tennessee Titans have drafted well in the past few years, including in the 2026 draft, when some of their best work was their later selections and additions following the draft.

by Caleb Sisk

Aug 8, 2026

The Tennessee Titans have drafted well in the past few years, including in the 2026 draft, when some of their best work was their later selections and additions following the draft.

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The Tennessee Titanshad a great draft this offseason from top to bottom. While everyone wants to talk about the selection of Carnell Tate, some of the best work by the Titans was done on the third day.

In fact, multiple day-three selections and pickups have made some headlines in the preseason thus far. Here are the three that have caught my attention.

Nicholas Singleton, Running Back

Nov 29, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions running back Nicholas Singleton (10) carries the ball against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the first half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Playing the running back position for the Titans comes with expectations. Such expectations that result in being compared to the likes of Derrick Henry and Chris Johnson while running the ball in Nashville.

While it is very early, and there is no telling where he will end up on a productive level on Sundays, Singleton has been a star. He has been arguably the most impressive running back in camp, and is going to be expected to have a huge season in 2026, especially if he serves as a primary backup for this team.

Some even believe he could be the future starting running back for this team.

Jaren Kanak, Tight End

Tennessee Titans tight end Jaren Kanak (81) catches a ball during OTAs at Vanderbilt Health Football Center in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, June 11, 2026.

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While the tight end selection for the Titans in the 2026 draft seemed like it was due to high hopes and upside rather than college production, it is safe to say that he has lived up to their standards of what they were hoping for when they turned in the card.

Kanak is going to be a star for the Titans this season, and is one of the players who will make a major impact beginning his career on special teams. The future seems bright for the former Oklahoma Sooner.

Bishop Fitzgerald, Safety

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Southern California defensive back Bishop Fitzgerald (DB35) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Sometimes the teams in the NFL can get a player on the roster who wasn't drafted but was good enough to be. That was the exact case with Bishop Fitzgerald. The talented prospect deserved to be selected on the third day of the draft, but would find his way to the UDFA pool and would have to sign with a team. This is where the Titans would strike a deal, and luckily so for them.

He has the chance to contribute for the Titans this season, as he is great in zone coverage, but is also someone who can stuff the run better than most on the roster. I am watching him closely, but don't be shocked if he is a star.