Titans have more competition at TE than you realize

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The Tennessee Titans have revamped their tight end position, signing Daniel Bellinger and promoting Gunnar Helm. With additional competition from Kylen Granson, Jaren Kanak, and David Martin-Robinson, training camp will be crucial for roster decisions.

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Tennessee Titans revamped tight end position this offseason
Gunnar Helm and Daniel Bellinger are expected to lead
Kylen Granson and Jaren Kanak added for competition
Training camp will determine roster spots for tight ends

Tennessee Titans

Nov 30, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans tight end Gunnar Helm (84) takes the field prior to a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images The Tennessee Titans made some pretty major changes at tight end this offseason. Unsurprisingly, Chig Okonkwo departed the team in free agency. The plan is for sophomore tight end Gunnar Helm to step into a larger role. New offensive coordinator Brian Daboll also brings Daniel Bellinger with him from the New York Giants. The Titans appeased Daboll by signing Bellinger to a three-year, $24 million contract. Helm and Bellinger project to carry massive workloads for the Titans at tight end in 2026. General manager Mike Borgonzi added multiple additional options throughout the offseason. It should lead to a fierce position battle at training camp for the third (and possibly fourth?) spot on the depth chart. Even after signing Bellinger, the Titans also added Kylen Granson via a one-year contract in free agency. Granson isn’t assured a roster spot, but he’s a sixth-year pro with 93 career receptions. He’s certainly in the mix to make the initial 53-man roster. The Titans also used their final draft pick on Oklahoma tight end Jaren Kanak. The former linebacker showcased a surprising amount of upside and athleticism after undergoing the position switch last offseason. Kanank also projects as an excellent special teams player, which may have John “Bones” Fassel standing on the table to keep him on the roster. Former undrafted free agent darling is also still on the offseason 90-man roster. Perhaps time is running out for Martin-Robinson to establish himself with this organization. The Titans have praised his work ethic and improvement, but he’ll face increased competition for his roster spot this summer. Helm and Bellinger will dominate snaps at tight end in Daboll’s offense. Will the Titans end up retaining three or four playmakers at the position? Granson, Martin-Robinson, and Kanak all have viable claims to 53-man roster spots. It should make for interesting training camp practices at tight end.

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Who are the main tight ends for the Tennessee Titans in 2026?

The main tight ends for the Titans in 2026 are Gunnar Helm and Daniel Bellinger.

What contract did Daniel Bellinger sign with the Titans?

Daniel Bellinger signed a three-year contract worth $24 million with the Titans.

What impact will Jaren Kanak have on the Titans' tight end roster?

Jaren Kanak, a former linebacker, is expected to contribute as a tight end and special teams player, competing for a roster spot.

Titans have more competition at TE than you realize

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