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The New York Jets signed former Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis to their practice squad, releasing Bailey Zappe to make room. Levis, 27, joins as the team's third-string quarterback behind Geno Smith and rookie Cade Klubnik. The move aims to provide Levis with experienced coaching to address his decision-making issues, while offering the Jets a low-risk veteran option if injuries occur.
The New York Jets have signed former Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis to their practice squad, according to multiple outlets. Levis, a 2023 second-round pick, will serve as the team's third-string quarterback behind starter Geno Smith and backup Cade Klubnik. The move comes after Levis was waived by the Titans in August following a shoulder injury and a poor 2024 season. The Jets released practice squad quarterback Bailey Zappe to make room for Levis, aiming to add experienced depth and mentorship for their rookie backup.
The 2026 NFL roster cut deadline produced significant surprises, including the waiver of Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis, the release of Dallas Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue, and the trade of Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. to Atlanta. While some moves were expected, others, such as the Broncos waiving tight end Justin Joly and the Falcons releasing offensive tackle Wanya Morris, raised questions about team strategy and depth. Multiple teams, including the Eagles, Falcons, Steelers, and Vikings, retained four quarterbacks, signaling uncertainty at the position. The Chicago Bears’ decision to trade Dexter Sr. despite needing pass rushers was particularly notable, as was the Cowboys’ choice to waive both Blue and Phil Mafah in favor of Malik Davis. These moves highlight the unpredictable nature of final roster decisions and the potential for teams to regret cutting experienced or ascending players.
NFL teams finalized 53-man rosters on Aug. 30, triggering a massive waiver wire scramble. Fourteen teams claimed 29 players by Aug. 31, with the Las Vegas Raiders securing top priority. Notably, Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis went unclaimed, signaling a sharp decline in his value. The Athletic highlighted 13 specific waiver candidates, while CBS Sports detailed the full claim breakdown. This period determines which depth players land on active rosters versus practice squads before the regular season begins.
The 2026 NFL roster deadline saw significant shifts in running back and quarterback depth charts. Green Bay placed Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner’s Exempt List, elevating MarShawn Lloyd to starter. Dallas waived Jaydon Blue, boosting Malik Davis’s fantasy value. Tennessee waived Will Levis, while injuries sidelined James Conner and Tank Dell until Week 5.
The NFL moved its 53-man roster deadline to Sunday at 6 p.m. ET to accommodate an international game. Notable releases include Tennessee quarterback Will Levis, New York Giants tackle Evan Neal, and Denver Broncos tight end Justin Joly. CBS Sports ranked these as top surprises, noting Levis fell behind two backups, Neal failed to transition to the interior line, and Joly struggled despite a preseason touchdown. The Athletic highlighted Levis’s injury history and Neal’s four-season tenure, while NFL.com predicted many of these outcomes earlier in the week.
The Tennessee Titans have waived quarterback Will Levis, ending his three-year tenure with the franchise. Levis, the 2023 second-round pick, was demoted to third-string behind Cam Ward and Mitch Trubisky. The move follows a disastrous 2024 season and a 2025 season missed due to shoulder surgery. Levis is now eligible for other teams, with potential landing spots including the Jaguars, Buccaneers, Packers, and Jets.
The Tennessee Titans have waived quarterback Will Levis, ending his tenure with the franchise after a failed attempt to secure the backup role. Levis, who missed the entire 2025 season with a shoulder injury, was outcompeted by veteran Mitch Trubisky for the secondary spot behind first-year starter Cam Ward. The move concludes a turbulent four-year stint for the former second-round pick, who struggled with accuracy and turnover issues in his early career.
Titans backup quarterback Will Levis told reporters he believes he should be an NFL starter with 100% confidence, as he competes with veteran Mitchell Trubisky for the No. 2 role behind Cam Ward in training camp. Levis pointed to his tape and rising self-belief, noting his 2023 rookie-season nine starts and 2024 line of 2,091 yards, 13 touchdowns and 12 interceptions (with six fumbles) before missing time due to shoulder surgery; the Titans drafted Ward No. 1 overall in 2025 and Ward started all 17 games, while Levis was sidelined, leaving Levis optimistic he can reclaim a starting spot in the future.
Titans quarterback Will Levis, who’s competing with Mitch Trubisky to back up Cam Ward, says he knows he’s among the NFL’s 32 best quarterbacks. He points to his early-career tape, insists he’s grown into a more mature, confident player in Year Four, and believes he’s a dang good QB who could be a starter, with improvement still ahead.
Day 1 of Tennessee's mandatory minicamp had Cam Ward looking sharper and more confident than at OTAs, delivering several red-zone completions to Daniel Bellinger and Wan'Dale Robinson before a late interception by Amani Hooker. Will Levis and Mitchell Trubisky also stood out, with Trubisky starting 8-for-8 and finishing around 12-of-16, and Levis going 7-of-13 for the day (62-of-95 in six open practices). Chimere Dike led receivers with four catches and a TD, Bellinger added four receptions, and rookies like Carnell Tate flashed. The Titans also welcomed new signees Jalyn Holmes and Andre James as they prepare for Day 2 on Wednesday.
Titans quarterback Will Levis reportedly paid an enormous sum for cyber-security help to scrub a leaked sex tape after his device was hacked by an Eastern European group; though much content was removed, online footprints persist.
In Thursday’s third Titans OTA open to reporters, Cam Ward looked leaner and delivered several impressive throws as he led a late hurry-up drive that ended with a Carnell Tate TD; Will Levis and Hendon Hooker split reps with Levis going 10-of-14 and Hooker 8-of-12 with an interception. Tate stood out with three touchdowns and multiple catches, while undrafted Hank Beatty and Tyren Montgomery contributed, and several veterans were out since OTAs are voluntary. The Titans head into three more practices next week.
The Kentucky Derby drew a star-studded Wildcats crowd at Churchill Downs, led by Will Levis and Wan'Dale Robinson, now NFL teammates with the Titans, and Ray Davis of the Bills. Oscar Tshiebwe also made an appearance in a bold cowboy hat, along with current UK players like Trent Noah, highlighting a strong Bluegrass presence across football and basketball at the Derby.
Titans coach Robert Saleh used the NFL Combine to praise Rueben Bain, express confidence in Will Levis’s readiness to compete, note that defensive lineman T'Vondre Sweat will be asked to adapt to a new role, and emphasize the need for physical, aggressive cornerbacks in his defense.