Overview
- The No. 1 overall pick will debut Sunday at Mile High with Will Levis on injured reserve and veterans Brandon Allen and Trevor Siemian in support.
- Head coach Brian Callahan has tempered expectations, saying the Titans do not need Ward to be "superhuman" as they emphasize balance and ball security.
- Denver led the NFL with 63 sacks last season, with pressure threats Nik Bonitto and Johnathon Cooper central to a plan to test the rookie quarterback.
- The Broncos will be without linebacker Dre Greenlaw and defensive tackle Malcolm Roach, while safety Talanoa Hufanga is set for his regular-season debut.
- Tennessee plans to feature Tony Pollard and will start rookie Elic Ayomanor at wide receiver alongside Calvin Ridley and Tyler Lockett.