Tony Pollard’s Role in Titans’ Future—and Why Cam Ward’s Development Matters:
As Tony Pollard gets ready to lace ’em up for another season in Nashville, he’s stepping into his second year with the Tennessee Titans. Marking a remarkable seven seasons overall in the NFL, Pollard’s solid debut for the Titans saw him chew up 1,079 yards on the ground. Not exactly a walk in the park, that. Despite his on-field feats, former Jaguars legend Maurice Jones-Drew has slotted Pollard into the No. 23 spot on his list of NFL starting running backs. Seems a bit lukewarm for a guy with Pollard’s stats, doesn’t it?
Pollard: The Silver Lining Amidst Offensive Woes
Let’s just say, Titans’ fans have had their patience tested—last season was, let’s be honest, a bit of a slog offensively. Yet Pollard stood tall, becoming what Jones-Drew affectionately calls a “bright spot.” Three straight years north of 1,000 rushing yards do speak for themselves. As the Titans eye a strategic overhaul under the new offensive coordinator, Brian Callahan, Pollard’s experience could very well be the keystone. His ground game know-how could alleviate some of the growing pains for rookie quarterback Cam Ward, who’s expected to shoulder hefty expectations being the Titans’ top draft pick.