Titans GM Mike Borgonzi’s honest admission on Cam Ward’s next step raises a bigger question about Tennessee’s offense

Tennessee Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi stated that quarterback Cam Ward's next developmental step is progressing to his second and third reads while completing more downfield passes. Writer Austin Stanley argues that this limitation raises questions about offensive coordinator Brian Daboll's scheme and explains why rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate has become the team's most frequent and reliable primary target.

According to the article, Ward missed opportunities like an open Calvin Ridley against the Indianapolis Colts due to rushing throws and locking onto his first read. While co-writer Easton Freeze attributes Tate's heavy usage to standard rookie progression rather than a deliberate schematic shift, both analysts note that Ward's overall performance remains inconsistent after 22 NFL games.