The Tennessee Titans have reached an agreement to sign former New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. The move brings the defensive back back to the state of Tennessee, where he previously starred at the collegiate level.
Alontae Taylor was originally selected by the Saints in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft. During his time in New Orleans, Taylor proved to be a productive member of the secondary, recording multiple pass deflections and showing a willingness to contribute in run support. His transition to the Titans defense is expected to provide immediate competition and depth at the cornerback position as the team prepares for the next phase of their offseason program.
The Titans have been focused on refining their defensive unit under the current leadership, and adding a player with Taylor’s physical profile and experience fits that strategy. Taylor, a standout for the Tennessee Volunteers before entering the professional ranks, returns to familiar territory to continue his NFL career. The exact financial details and duration of the contract have not been made public at this time.
Official confirmation from the team is expected once the physical and paperwork are finalized. The Titans secondary will look to integrate Taylor quickly as they look ahead to training camp and the regular season schedule.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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