In a significant setback for the Tennessee Titans, quarterback Will Levis has been ruled out for the entirety of the 2025 season due to a shoulder injury, forcing the team to rethink their depth chart and future plans at the position.
Levis, who has been the Titans’ primary starter for the past two seasons, was anticipated to step into a backup role behind first overall pick Cam Ward this year. Instead, he will be sidelined after opting for shoulder surgery. The team released a statement confirming that after consultations with medical professionals and his representation, Levis decided the surgery was necessary for his long-term health. “We support his decision to focus on his long-term health,” the statement read, highlighting Levis’s professionalism and maturity as a leader during the offseason. The Titans expressed their confidence in his eventual recovery, but the timeline for that remains uncertain.
This isn’t the first time Levis has battled shoulder issues; he faced similar challenges last season. The specifics of what transpired during the offseason that led him to this decision are still unclear, which adds an air of mystery to his recovery path.
With Levis now out of the mix, the Titans find themselves leaning on Brandon Allen and Tim Boyle, the only other quarterbacks on the roster. It’s a scenario that may compel the Titans to seek a more experienced backup to support Ward, especially given the importance of depth at the quarterback position in today’s game.
Levis, selected in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, has a guaranteed contract through 2026. However, the looming question now is whether he will return to play for the Titans once he’s back to full health. As the Titans navigate this challenge, they’ll be looking to not only fill the immediate gap at quarterback but also to plan for a future that includes a healthy Levis contributing in a meaningful way.
