Carnell Tate was drafted by the Titans as the No. 4 pick in the NFL draft after a successful college career at Ohio State. He previously committed to Ohio State over several top programs, including Tennessee.
Key points
Carnell Tate was drafted No. 4 by the Titans in the NFL draft.
He played at Ohio State from 2023-25.
Tate had 121 receptions for 1,872 yards and 14 touchdowns.
He committed to Ohio State over several top programs.
Tennessee offered him a scholarship in April 2021.
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The first round of the NFL draft was held Thursday in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The opening round consisted of 32 picks with Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza being selected No. 1 overall by Las Vegas.
Following the Raiders selecting the 2025 Heisman Trophy winner and national champion quarterback, the Jets drafted Texas Tech defensive lineman David Bailey with the No. 2 pick and Arizona selected Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love third overall.
The Titans had the No. 4 pick and drafted Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate. The 6-foot-2, 192-pound wide receiver played for the Buckeyes from 2023-25. He recorded 121 receptions for 1,872 yards and 14 touchdowns.
Tate went to Ohio State from IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. He committed to the Buckeyes on June 20, 2022 over Tennessee, Notre Dame, LSU, Alabama and Georgia.
"Beyond blessed to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee," Tate announced in 2021.
After receiving a scholarship offer, Tate unofficially visited the Vols for a Tennessee-Vanderbilt game at Neyland Stadium on Nov. 27, 2021. He also attended Tennessee's junior day on Jan. 22, 2022.
Before committing to Ohio State, Tate visited Tennessee two additional times: officially on April 8, 2022 and unofficially May 14-15, 2022.
Former Tennessee offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Alex Golesh was hired as USF's head coach on Dec. 4, 2022. Tate unofficially visited the Bulls on Dec. 11, 2022 after committing to Ohio State in June 2022.
Q&A
What were Carnell Tate's college statistics at Ohio State?
Carnell Tate recorded 121 receptions for 1,872 yards and 14 touchdowns during his time at Ohio State.
Which teams did Carnell Tate consider before committing to Ohio State?
Before committing to Ohio State, Carnell Tate considered Tennessee, Notre Dame, LSU, Alabama, and Georgia.
When did Tennessee offer Carnell Tate a scholarship?
Tennessee offered Carnell Tate a scholarship on April 26, 2021, shortly after Josh Heupel was introduced as head coach.
Who was the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft?
The first overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft was Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, selected by the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Carnell Tate of Ohio State poses after being selected as the fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round 1 of the NFL draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Carnell Tate of Ohio State poses after being selected as the fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round 1 of the NFL draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Tennessee running back Jamal Lewis was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2000 NFL draft first round (No. 5 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee running back Jamal Lewis was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2000 NFL draft first round (No. 5 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee defensive lineman Shaun Ellis was selected by the New York Jets in the 2000 NFL draft first round (No. 12 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee defensive lineman John Henderson was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2002 NFL draft first round (No. 9 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee wide receiver Donte Stallworth was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 2002 NFL draft first round (No. 13 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth was selected by the Tennessee Titans in the 2002 NFL draft first round (No. 15 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee defensive back Jason Allen was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 2006 NFL draft first round (No. 16 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee defensive lineman Justin Harrell was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the 2007 NFL draft first round (No. 16 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee wide receiver Robert Meachem was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 2007 NFL draft first round (No. 27 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
Tennessee linebacker Jerod Mayo was selected by the New England Patriots in the 2008 NFL draft first round (No. 10 overall).
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
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PHOTOS: Tennessee football first-round NFL draft picks since 2000
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