Former Tennessee Titans punter Brett Kern has reportedly found a new home, after he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles’ practice squad on Monday.
Kern spent 13 seasons with the Titans, appearing in three Pro Bowls and earning a First-Team All-Pro nod after becoming one of the best at his position in the NFL.
The 36-year-old saw his numbers dip a bit in the last few years but was still effective. He found himself in a competition with rookie Ryan Stonehouse for the Titans’ starting job in training camp but ultimately lost out.
Stonehouse has since emerged as one of the best punters in the league, justifying the Titans’ decision to move on from Kern, which was not easy considering how well-loved he was.
That would be one practice squad.
Kern will likely be called up to active roster on Sat ahead of Sunday at the Bears.
Harris returns to #Eagles after Reed Blankenship's knee injury. Could step into starting spot. K'Von Wallace, Andre Chachere and Josiah Scott other candidates. https://t.co/4gOome78ko
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) December 13, 2022
And we saw that first hand in the Twitter reaction, where most Titans fans were happy that Kern will have a shot at a Super Bowl, something he has never won during his great career.
Meanwhile, Eagles fans were hyped at the news, and understandably so, as it isn’t easy to find such a good player this late in the season, but the Eagles managed to do so with signing Kern.
Here’s a look at how Twitter reacted to the news.
Good for Brett Kern, who is getting a chance at a ring to cap off his phenomenal career https://t.co/fXrK02hwqe
— Easton Freeze (@eastonfreeze) December 13, 2022
Brett Kern isn't flashy, but he's reliable and was an All-Pro and Pro Bowler as recently as 2019.
— The Birds Blitz (@TheBirdsBlitz) December 12, 2022
Punter needy teams could rationalize going for a cheaper option than Brett Kern in September when they had several months of uncertainty ahead of them
Eagles face much less uncertainty now. If he’s good to go, this is a no brainer.
This is their OBJ moment
— Puntalytics (@ThePuntRunts) December 12, 2022
Now is a good time to remind the world that Brett Kern had a pretty much perfect pre-season.
Titans opted for the elite upside and long term development of Stonehouse (def the right choice in hindsight)
Kern is much much more than just a reliable option https://t.co/JEPYC9JaHe
— Puntalytics (@ThePuntRunts) December 12, 2022
Eagles sign punter Brett Kern to replace Siposs until he heals up.
Kern was a Pro Bowler from 2017-2019
Definitely has the experience and I think he’ll fill right in for Siposs pic.twitter.com/TnhLpTJopD
— NonStopPhillySports🏈12-1🏀14-12 (@NonStopPhilly) December 13, 2022
Happy for Brett [Kern] – if you’re going to play, play for a team with a really good shot at a ring.
— Preston Penn (@TheRealPres10) December 12, 2022
The fact Brett Kern could go and win a Superbowl makes me very very happy
— The Irish Take (@the_irish_take) December 13, 2022
I swear…..y’all really going to have me rooting for the Eagles in the post season. 😭 If @brettkern6 goes and gets a ring this season, I will be happy. No matter what else happens. https://t.co/amhru2NjPC
— Hayley (@haybay42) December 12, 2022
Very good chance Brett Kern and Aj Brown are fixing to hoist the Lombardi immediately after being kicked to the curb by the Titans.
— Christian. (@christivnr___) December 12, 2022
I love Brett Kern. That’s it that’s the tweet.
— Rae From Jerrrssseeeyyy (@raefromjersey) December 13, 2022
Look I love Brett Kern but no shot I’m rooting for the eagles after what they did to Burks. Only acceptable team to root for as a Titans fan is the Lions.
— Brett Storey (@BrettJStorey) December 13, 2022
If Brett Kern punts his ass off for us will we want Siposs back? 👀😂
— TPC (@t_Cray10) December 13, 2022
Brett kern finally gonna get a superbowl
— MADE IN THE SAUCE (@titanupbeezy) December 12, 2022
Yooo Brett Kern is really good https://t.co/gZ1E60hBMl
— Colbert (@notthefakecole) December 12, 2022
Brett Kern is a much better punter than Siposs
— Konnor (@thekman25) December 12, 2022
One of the greatest titans ever, god bless Brett Kern https://t.co/xmeSpnDu6n
— Joey Puckflaps (@JoeyPuckflaps) December 12, 2022
Brett Kern is about have the easiest job in football lol he’s never going to be on the field #FlyEaglesFly https://t.co/wwnkOw6nsD
— Titans Trolls (@titanstrolls) December 12, 2022
Former Titan players AJ Brown and now Brett Kern are about to win Super Bowl rings after leaving Tennessee 🥹🫡
— Dr. Marcus Bradley, DPT (@mbradsmitty) December 13, 2022
Brett kern deserves the world. Since my Titans definitely aren’t winning the superbowl I guess I have no choice but to hope the Eagles do.
— Christian 💮 David Long Jr. Enjoyer (@TMDFadeZ) December 13, 2022
