Come along, my friends, as we take our latest trip around the AFC South to see what’s going on with the Tennessee Titans’ division rivals, the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars.
It’s supposed to be the quiet time of the NFL offseason when teams are on a break ahead of training camp later this month. However, that has been far from the case for three AFC South teams.
The Titans lost their right tackle, Nicholas Petit-Frere, for the first six games due to his violating the league’s gambling policy. And then, just the next day, Tennessee’s backup running back and 2022 fourth-round pick, Hassan Haskins, was arrested for aggravated assault by strangulation.
But the Titans aren’t the only team going through it, as the Colts and Jaguars also lost starters to suspensions, with Indy losing a starting cornerback for violating the gambling policy, while the Jags lost a starting O-lineman because of a violation of the performance-enhancing drugs policy.
In all, the Colts had two players suspended, but the other player was a practice squad guy, which is obviously far less impactful.
Things weren’t too much better in Houston, though. The Texans didn’t lose any players to suspension, but their former quarterback, Ryan Mallett, tragically lost his life in a drowning accident.
Check out those stories and more below.
Where will Calvin Ridley, Christian Kirk rank among all-time Jaguars WR duos?
Jaguars Wire’s Kyle Bumpers takes a look at the franchise’s best receiving duos of all-time to see how they stack up to the 2023 duo of Christian Kirk and Calvin Ridley.
What will the Jaguars do after Cam Robinson's 4-game suspension?
The Jags lost their starting left tackle, Cam Robinson, for the first four games of the season due to a violation of the league’s performance-enhancing drug policy. Adam Stites takes a look at what the team might do upon his return.
Brentson Buckner: 'Jacksonville didn't pay me to be a big cheerleader'
Jaguars defensive line coach Brentson Buckner details how he’s challenging his players to get better, even at the things they’re not comfortable doing. Jacksonville is hoping for improved play from its group upfront in 2023.
Why the Texans' slot defense may be top notch in 2023
Mark Lane of Texans Wire takes a look at cornerback Tavierre Thomas, who was recently ranked as the best slot cornerback in the NFL by Touchdown Wire’s Doug Farrar.
WR Noah Brown says Texans have 'real creative coordinator' in Bobby Slowik
New Texans wide receiver Noah Brown expressed his excitement for the team’s 2023 offense, which he says is led by a “real creative coordinator” in Houston’s new offensive coordinator, Bobby Slowik.
Houston Texans training camp 53-man roster prediction: Who is safe for Opening Day?
Texans Wire’s John Crumpler takes a crack at a 53-man roster projection ahead of training camp later this month. At the top of the quarterback depth chart is rookie C.J. Stroud, who has yet to be named the starter.
J.J. Watt joining CBS Sports as NFL studio analyst
Former Texans edge rusher and future Hall of Famer, J.J. Watt, is set to join the CBS Sports team this coming season and will work in the studio. Watt will make his debut in Week 1.
Former Texans QB Ryan Mallett drowns, age 35
Absolutely tragic news, as former Texans quarterback Ryan Mallett passed away at the age of 35 this past week in a drowning accident in Florida. Our thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family at this difficult time.
11 winners from Colts offseason workout program
Colts Wire’s Kevin Hickey lists 11 players who he feels were winners after the team’s offseason program concluded. The majority of Hickey’s list is comprised of offensive players.
5 losers from the Colts offseason workout program
Hickey then goes on to list players who he feels came away as losers from the program. Linebacker Shaquille Leonard is the most prominent name on the list.
Predicting the Colts' starting lineup before training camp
With training camp around the corner, Hickey takes a stab at a starting lineup projection for the Colts. Indy’s most interesting position battle will be at quarterback, where Hickey has Anthony Richardson winning the job.
Colts nominated for 'Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year' award
The Colts are receiving some recognition from ESPN for their humanitarian work, as they’ve been nominated for the “Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year” award. Indy is rightly being lauded for its work to raise awareness about mental health disorders.
Colts announce several football operations moves
The Colts shuffled their football operations department last week, making a total of 10 changes to the group, some of which included promotions.
Colts' Isaiah Rodgers, Rashod Berry suspended indefinitely for gambling
The Colts lost two players due to violations of the league’s gambling policy, as both Isaiah Rodgers and Rashod Berry were given indefinite suspensions that are expected to last the entire season. Both players were subsequently released.
How Isaiah Rodgers' suspension impacts Colts
Colts Wire’s Meghan Hall takes a look at how the loss of Isaiah Rodgers impacts the team ahead of 2023. Rodgers, who has been released, was expected to start at cornerback.
5 UDFAs with best chance to make Colts' roster
Colts Wire’s Cody Manning tabs five undrafted free agent signings who he feels has the best chance to make Indianapolis’ roster. The list includes two offensive players and three defensive.
Trio of Colts draft picks remain unsigned entering July
The Colts have three 2023 NFL draft picks who remain unsigned, including No. 4 overall pick and quarterback, Anthony Richardson, and second-round pick and cornerback, Julius Brents.
