Why Carnell Tate Was BUILT for the NFL Long Before the Titans Drafted Him (W/ Stephanie Otey)

Your next chapter starts today. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/atozsports (Sponsored by BetterHelp) Why was Carnell Tate built for the NFL long before the Tennessee Titans drafted him? Ohio State insider Stephanie Otey joins Austin Stanley to break down the journey that shaped one of the Titans' most intriguing young playmakers. From overcoming personal tragedy and transferring to IMG Academy during the COVID era to developing under legendary Ohio State wide receivers coach Brian Hartline and head coach Ryan Day, Carnell Tate's story is about much more than football. Austin and Stephanie discuss why Tate's maturity, accountability, work ethic and football IQ separated him at Ohio State, how he earned the trust of teammates and coaches, and why those traits should translate immediately to the NFL with the Tennessee Titans. The conversation also dives into Tate's incredible reliability as a receiver, including his outstanding contested catch rate, zero drops during his final season at Ohio State, and why his mentality makes him an ideal fit alongside Cam Ward, Calvin Ridley, Wan'Dale Robinson, Brian Daboll and Robert Saleh as the Titans begin a new era. Topics include: • Carnell Tate's Ohio State career • Brian Hartline's WR development system • Ryan Day and Ohio State culture • Cam Ward and Carnell Tate's potential chemistry • Titans training camp expectations • Tennessee Titans offense in 2026 • Robert Saleh and Brian Daboll's vision • NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year expectations • Why Carnell Tate is built differently If you're a Tennessee Titans fan, Ohio State Buckeyes fan, or NFL Draft fan looking for an inside look at one of the NFL's most fascinating young receivers, this conversation is for you. 👇 Let us know in the comments: What would make Carnell Tate's rookie season a success in your eyes? 🏈 Subscribe to A to Z Sports for daily Tennessee Titans news, training camp coverage, Cam Ward updates, Robert Saleh press conferences, NFL Draft analysis, live shows, film breakdowns, interviews and insider coverage throughout the 2026 NFL season. #Titans #TennesseeTitans #NFL For MORE TITANS COVERAGE follow us here: www.atozsports.com/nashville Podcasts: www.atozsports.com/podcasts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atozsportsna... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atozsports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AtoZSports TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atozsportsnas... #Titans #TennesseeTitans #NFLFootball