Titans Rookie Check-In: Carnell Tate Is NOT the Flashiest Draft Pick at Training Camp

Carnell Tate delivered one of the biggest plays of Tennessee Titans training camp, but another member of the 2026 Titans draft class may have been the flashiest rookie through the opening week. Austin Stanley and Easton Freeze evaluate Tennessee’s rookies after five training camp practices and two sessions in pads. Which Titans rookie has made the strongest first impression, and how should fans evaluate the rest of Mike Borgonzi’s draft class before Friday night’s blue-and-white scrimmage? Rookie linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. produced one of the most impressive practices of camp by intercepting Mitch Trubisky twice. The No. 60 overall pick is learning the Mike linebacker position in Robert Saleh’s defense while competing for snaps in a crowded room featuring Cedric Gray, Cody Barton and James Williams Sr. Has Hill already shown enough athleticism and playmaking ability to earn a meaningful defensive role during his rookie season? Carnell Tate created his biggest highlight when he separated from Alontae Taylor and caught an approximately 65-yard touchdown pass from Cam Ward. The first-round receiver has displayed his route-running talent and potential throughout camp, but Tennessee’s crowded receiving corps could make his early development more subtle than the splash plays produced by other rookies. Austin and Easton also examine the other top selections from the Titans’ 2026 NFL Draft class. Which players have lived up to expectations, which rookies need to become more noticeable and whose development could have the biggest impact on Tennessee’s season? The discussion then shifts to Tennessee’s Day 3 draft picks. Rookie running back Nicholas Singleton began flashing his physicality and speed when the pads came on, including an explosive run during Tuesday’s practice. He has also shown encouraging ability in pass protection while competing for opportunities behind Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. Which Titans Day 3 draft pick inspires the most confidence after the opening week of training camp—and which late-round rookie has the most work remaining before the preseason begins? Subscribe to A to Z Sports Nashville for daily Tennessee Titans training camp coverage, Cam Ward updates, Titans rookie analysis, practice recaps, roster projections and breaking Titans news throughout the 2026 NFL season. Shop with our official Titans training camp sponsor through the link below and use promo code ATOZ10 for an additional 10% off your purchase: Tischoo Co Men’s Grooming https://tischooco.com/pages/tischoo-co-a-to-z-sports A to Z’s NFL Daily Games: 5 Titans themed daily trivia games: https://atozsports.com/games Follow A to Z on Google! https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=atozsports.com Driven by AutoProNashville.com Check out Brick and Mortar HERE: https://linktr.ee/s7i For More Titans coverage follow us here: https://www.atozsports.com/nashville Podcasts: https://www.atozsports.com/podcasts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atozsportsnashville Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atozsports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AtoZSports TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atozsportsnashville #TennesseeTitans #Titans #CarnellTate #AnthonyHillJr #TitansTrainingCamp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices