Titans Cut Jordan Elliott After Facility Incident

The Tennessee Titans abruptly released defensive tackle Jordan Elliott on Tuesday, citing an 'incident' at their team facility on Thursday, October 15 ^[1]. The team provided no further details, stating they would have no additional comment on the matter ^[2]. Elliott, 28, had been inactive for the Titans' Week 6 win over the Colts, a game that saw the team rally after a 1-5 start and led to the firing of Indianapolis’ longtime general manager Chris Ballard.

Elliott had appeared in all five of Tennessee’s games this season, starting one and recording 11 combined tackles ^[1]. He was not seen at practice Friday and did not travel to Indianapolis, with coach Robert Saleh citing 'personal stuff' as the reason ^[2]. The Titans did not make a roster move to replace him, with veteran Timmy Horne elevated from the practice squad to fill the role.

Elliott, a seventh-year player, signed a two-year, up to $8.5 million deal with the Titans in the offseason after spending the past two seasons with the 49ers under Saleh, who is now the Titans’ head coach ^[2]. He previously played four seasons with the Browns (2020–2023), recording five sacks in 66 games, and added 50 tackles in 31 games with San Francisco ^[1].

Despite his on-field contributions, the Titans moved quickly to release him just four days after his absence, raising questions about the nature of the incident ^[1]. The NFL is aware of the situation, according to a team source ^[2]. The exact details remain unknown, and it is unclear whether other teams will pursue him despite his recent release.

The Titans, now 2-5, will look to build momentum Sunday when they host the 4-2 Cleveland Browns, who are tied for the AFC North lead after their Week 6 upset of the Ravens ^[1]. The story was first reported by New York Post and ESPN.