As the Tennessee Titans gear up for a critical offseason, all eyes are on sophomore quarterback Will Levis and his burgeoning leadership under new head coach Brian Callahan. Levis, lauded for his luminary debut last season, is now taking on a brand-new offense and the expectations to be a linchpin for the Titans' future.
In the first phase of the offseason, Callahan has been upfront about his admiration for Levis's approach to the game. Acclaimed for his fiery competitive spirit, Levis is described by Callahan as someone whose "intensity and passion" are evident "each day he walks into the building," according to an interview obtained by WKRN. This paints a promising picture for the Titans, who are poised to further enhance their squad in the upcoming NFL Draft on April 25 in Detroit, holding the No. 7 overall pick.
Callahan’s words ring even truer as Levis grapples with the demanding tasks of mastering a new playbook while establishing himself as a team leader. In a statement obtained by NFL.com, the Titans head coach shared that "He's got a lot on his plate." Emphasizing the challenge, Callahan added, "He's trying to build relationships and be a leader, as well as learn an entirely new way of doing and playing football."
Even though it's early days, Callahan seems impressed by Levis’s quick adaptation to leadership responsibilities, particularly noting the quarterback's engagement with every Titans player, including free agents and defensive squad. As Callahan puts it, Levis' ability to connect with his team members is key to being seen as a leader, rewarding him the responsibility to "make sure you're building the same relationships that I have to build as the head coach," as reported by Sports Illustrated.
Despite his multiple responsibilities, Levis’s desire for personal improvement and team success shine through. "I want Will to be him," Callahan emphasized, underscoring the importance of authenticity in a leader. Callahan's confidence in Levis is reflected in the quarterback's proactive behavior in team meetings, where he takes notes, asks questions, and is very determined to "improve his game," a commendable trait that Callahan acknowledges might propel the team to "do a lot of really cool things." As the Titans continue their offseason grind, the combination of Will Levis's arm talent and newly embraced leadership role under Coach Callahan's honed eye hints at an engaging season on the horizon for Nashville's football faithful.
