The Tennessee Titans have parted ways with general manager Ran Carthon, just two seasons into his tenure, following a disappointing 3-14 season that concluded with the Titans securing the top overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The team's owner, Amy Adams Strunk, announced the decision, citing the lack of improvement during Carthon's leadership, which resulted in a 9-25 record over two years (AP News, source).

Strunk expressed her regret about the firing, acknowledging Carthon's talents and the strong relationships he built within the organization. "I've loved the time I've spent with Ran. He's a talented football mind, a great man, and friend to everyone along his path," Strunk stated. However, she emphasized the need for the team to improve in the long-term. She mentioned that continuity was not an option given the team's lack of progress (USA Today, source).

Poor performance was an ongoing issue for the Titans under Carthon's direction, notably in the final stretch of the season, where they lost six consecutive games. Last season's significant spending spree, which included players like Calvin Ridley and Tony Pollard, failed to translate into wins. With Carthon at the helm, the franchise saw multiple roster changes, including the hiring of head coach Brian Callahan as a new leadership direction (Reuters, source).

As the Titans embark on finding a new general manager, Chad Brinker, the president of football operations, will oversee the search while Callahan remains as head coach. The search for a new GM becomes crucial as the franchise prepares for the upcoming draft and future strategies essential for team success.