Next Man Up with Jake Lyman

Connor opens up the second hour by sharing his thoughts on the NCAA Tournament expansion. What does this mean, if anything, for the College Football Playoff? The guys wrap the second hour with the latest on the Nashville Predators' general manager search. 

Connor Nute joins Jake Lyman in studio on Next Man Up. They discuss which players need to step up for the Titans in 2026 for the team to take a step in the right direction. The guys wrap up the first hour with some thoughts on the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

Turron Davenport tells us what we need to know heading into Titans' rookie minicamp starting this weekend. Plus, the guys debate who has the NFL's most improved roster heading into the season. 

Callers and texters get their questions in for TD for the majority of the second hour. Then, Turron shares his thoughts on Chad Brinker stepping down from his role as President of Football Operations with the Tennessee Titans. 

ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter Turron Davenport joins Jake Lyman in studio for the full show. He shares his thoughts on why the Tennessee Titans passed up on Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese at #4 for Carnell Tate. Also, was it smart for the team to trade up for Keldric Faulk and Anthony Hill Jr.?

Jake and Cory go through and analyze the Tennessee Titans' draft picks from last weekend and address areas of concern on the roster. 

Jake and Cory react to former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia signing a three-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens, a few days before the team starts rookie minicamp. Also, the guys address how former Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers will fit in with the Philadelphia Eagles. Then, Jake and Cory discuss how they feel about the news that the NCAA Tournament is set to expand next season. 

Cory Curtis of News 2 joins Jake Lyman in studio on Next Man Up. They react to the news of Chad Brinker stepping down as President of Football Operations with the Tennessee Titans. Then, Titans' Assistant General Manager Dave Zeigler spoke on the team's decision to draft Carnell Tate fourth overall instead of linebackers Arvell Reese or Sonny Styles.

Jake and Nick kick off the third hour of the Tuesday show by discussing how good Robert Saleh's defense can be in 2026. Will there be a learning curve for the team? Also, Dr. Crane gives us a preview of Nashville SC and Tigres in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal. 

Jake and Nick discuss whether the Tennessee Titans surrounded second-year quarterback Cam Ward with enough talent this offseason for him to make a big year two jump. Then, the guys explain why they are in favor of the NCAA's proposed five-for-five eligibility rule 

Dr. Crane Nick Frazier joins Jake Lyman in studio on Next Man Up. They go through the Titans' roster and address which players have a stock up or stock down following the draft. 

Jake and Parker share their opinions on the current state of the Titans' roster following the draft. Will the team sign a swing tackle in free agency? Also, how is the defensive line room looking? 

Jake and Parker open the second hour by discussing why Will Levis was not traded by the Titans over the draft weekend. Does the team plan on keeping three quarterbacks on the roster heading into the season? Also, the guys react to Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia receiving an invitation to rookie minicamp by the Baltimore Ravens after being undrafted. 

Jake Lyman and Parker Kelley break down how they thought the Titans did in the 2026 NFL Draft in terms of addressing positional needs on the roster. 

Jake and Connor discuss who else the Titans could add in the draft this weekend before getting into the team's offensive line concerns. Then, the guys share the crazy draft story of Makai Lemon. 

Jake and Connor discuss whether the fans can trust the Titans' coaching staff to develop the players they've brought in via free agency and the draft. Plus, the guys look at other first-round headlines, including Ty Simpson going at #13 overall to the LA Rams. 

Connor Nute joins Jake Lyman and Parker Kelley on Next Man Up. They react to the Tennessee Titans drafting Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate and Auburn edge rusher Keldric Faulk in the first round of the NFL Draft last night. 

Jake and TD discuss whether the Titans will actually consider drafting a receiver at #4 tonight. Then, the guys make their predictions for draft night. 

Callers and texters get their draft questions in for TD before the guys wrap the hour by discussing Day 2 and 3 options for the Titans. 

ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter joins Jake Lyman in studio on Next Man Up on this draft day! The guys tell you everything you need to know for tonight ahead of the Titans picking at #4. Will there be any trade back options for the team? 

Cory Curtis of News 2 joins the show live from Pittsburgh to discuss some final thoughts before the NFL Draft opens tomorrow night. 

Jake and Parker make their picks for the first ten selections of the first round of the NFL Draft. Then, the guys make their "post-it" predictions for the draft weekend in honor of the movie Draft Day.