The Tennessee Titans fired their general manager early Tuesday, roughly three months before the team was scheduled to have the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft.
The organization announced that Ran Carson was relieved of his duties after a 3-14 season, even though the team shopped in free agency last offseason.
Carson went 9-25 in his two seasons at the helm.
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Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders vs. Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium on October 19, 2024. (Mark J. Revilas-Imagen Images)
The move certainly caught the eye of Deion Sanders, as the University of Tennessee owns the No. 1 draft pick. Sanders' son, Shedur, has been talked about as the first candidate.
Sanders criticized Mr. X after watching the news, writing simply, “Amazing” with an eyeball emoji.
The Titans appear to be in the quarterback market, so either Shedeur or Cam Ward would be the top selections. They selected Will Revis early in the second round of the 2023 draft, but it was a rocky ride for the Kentucky alum. However, franchise legend Chris Johnson said the team would be “an absolute fool” if they didn't acquire Shedeur's teammate, Travis Hunter.
Titans team owner Amy Adams Strunk informed Carson that the team would be making the changes Tuesday morning.
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders walks on the field before a game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium on November 9, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas. (John E. Moore III/Getty Images)
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“I loved the time I spent with Ran. He is a talented football mind, a great man, and a friend to all who walk in his path. Ignoring the lack of progress in 2 years Of course, I'm very disappointed in the poor win-loss record during this period, but my decision also speaks to my concerns about my long-term future if we continue in this direction. Strunk said in a statement.
“I love this team more than you can imagine. To our fans: We know this level of performance is unacceptable. We are building the team you expect and deserve. We are humbled by your support as we continue to strive to do so.”
Despite Carson's firing, head coach Brian Callahan will return next season.
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field in Boulder on November 29, 2024. (Ron Chenoy-Iman Images)
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The Cleveland Browns and New York Giants have the No. 2 and No. 3 overall picks, respectively, and while the Browns appear to be the wild card as they still have Deshaun Watson, the G-Men are desperate for their franchise quarterback. need to find it. But the problem for them is whether they can arrive on time.
FOX News' Ryan Canfield contributed to this report.
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