Xavier Restrepo MADE IT: Titans Reveal Initial 53-Man Roster

Xavier Restrepo has made the Tennessee Titans’ initial 53-man roster, while the Will Levis era in Nashville has officially reached its end. Complete Tennessee Titans Roster Tracker: https://atozsports.com/nfl/tennessee-titans-news/titans-53-man-roster-cuts-tracker-2026/ Austin Stanley and Easton Freeze react to every major Titans roster cut and break down the first version of Tennessee’s 2026 roster under head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Mike Borgonzi. Restrepo earned one of six wide receiver spots after a strong offseason, training camp and preseason. The former Miami Hurricanes receiver arrived in Tennessee as an undrafted free agent with questions about his size, speed and ability to contribute on special teams. He answered those questions by steadily improving, refusing to disappear and expanding his value beyond his connection with Cam Ward. Restrepo projects as the direct backup to Wan’Dale Robinson in Brian Daboll’s offense. He also earned increasing opportunities under special teams coordinator John “Bones” Fassel, helping him defeat Bryce Oliver in one of Tennessee’s closest roster competitions. Austin and Easton debate how surprising Restrepo’s selection really was before explaining why his development deserves to be celebrated. Restrepo did not make the team merely because he played with Ward at Miami. He transformed himself into an NFL player and earned his position on the roster. Oliver was waived despite previously being viewed as a potential core special teams contributor. Mason Kinsey was also released and posted an emotional farewell after spending more than six years moving between Tennessee’s roster and practice squad. The Titans also released Levis, ending a turbulent run for the former second-round quarterback. Levis produced several memorable moments in Tennessee but never developed the consistency or decision-making required to become the franchise quarterback. Austin and Easton discuss why a separation became necessary, whether a fresh start can revive Levis’ career and what his next NFL opportunity could look like. Other Titans roster topics include: 🏈 Austin Deculus earning the ninth offensive line spot 🏈 Tennessee’s continuing need for another swing tackle 🏈 Dorian Mausi receiving a designation to return from injured reserve 🏈 Kalel Mullings and Michael Carter being waived 🏈 Julius Chestnut securing the fourth running back spot 🏈 Eric Hallett beating out Kydran Calligan in the secondary 🏈 The Titans keeping four tight ends 🏈 Which released players could return on the practice squad 🏈 How accurately Austin and Easton projected Tennessee’s final roster What was the biggest surprise from the Titans’ initial 53-man roster? Subscribe to A to Z Sports Nashville for Tennessee Titans news, roster analysis, practice squad updates and daily LIVE coverage throughout the 2026 NFL season. #TennesseeTitans #Titans #XavierRestrepo #WillLevis #TitansRoster #TitanUp Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: https://atozsports.com/games 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