{"id":220928,"date":"2025-03-06T10:30:57","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T15:30:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=220928"},"modified":"2025-03-06T06:29:36","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T11:29:36","slug":"day-three-gem-could-be-nfl-draft-target-for-tennessee-titans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2025\/03\/06\/day-three-gem-could-be-nfl-draft-target-for-tennessee-titans\/","title":{"rendered":"Day Three Gem Could Be NFL Draft Target For Tennessee Titans"},"content":{"rendered":"

The team in possession of the top selection in this year\u2019s draft has many areas to improve, with defensive back being a major one. As the <\/span>2025 NFL Draft<\/span><\/a> approaches, a potential late-round fit for the <\/span>Tennessee Titans<\/span> could be Western Kentucky defensive back Upton Stout.<\/span><\/p>\n

Upton Stout Scouting Report<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The Tennessee Titans Should Target Western Kentucky DB Upton Stout In The 2025 NFL Draft<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Tennessee Titans are in the midst of a major rebuild as they attempt to find a true identity and work their way back to the playoffs. They\u2019ve made their share of win-now moves while also investing in the future on both sides of the ball. With the number one overall pick coming off of a rough 3-14 season, the 2025 NFL draft is a major turning point in their franchise\u2019s short- and long-term direction.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Potential Answer<\/b><\/h3>\n

One of the previously mentioned win-now moves came in the 2024 offseason in the secondary. They traded for former Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L\u2019Jarius Sneed to become the leader of their secondary. Another addition to the position group the Tennessee front office made came in the 2024 draft, selecting Louisville cornerback Jarvis Brownlee Jr. in the fifth round. With the many different changes and fluidity present with the franchise, it\u2019s clear they\u2019re still trying to improve their pass defense.<\/span><\/p>\n

Taking a cornerback highly in this year\u2019s draft isn\u2019t expected, but they\u2019re likely to address the position in the later rounds. The emphasis the Titans have shown on investing in physicality is apparent, and there\u2019s a visible mold of a defensive back they continually target. As usual, the 2025 class is filled with solid, potentially starting DBs deeper down the draft board. For the Tennessee Titans specifically, Western Kentucky\u2019s Upton Stout is a prospect who\u2019s a perfect fit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Standing at just 5\u20199\u201d and 182 pounds, the Hilltoppers’ corner is slowly becoming a favorite sleeper among draft media. <\/span>Stout has been a fantastic starter for WKU for three years<\/span><\/a> since transferring from North Texas. His game revolves around pure scrappiness that allows him to thrive in the slot. He works through contact extremely well, even at his diminished size, and has great speed and footwork.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stout took his talents to the <\/span>Reese\u2019s Senior Bowl, <\/span><\/a>where he drew eyes all week, leading to an invite to the <\/span>NFL Combine<\/span><\/a>. His combine performance or testing numbers were good but didn\u2019t blow anyone out of the water. However, a solid 4.44-second 40-yard dash and continual showcasing of his elite movement skills made the event a positive step forward for his prospect profile.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Bottom Line<\/b><\/h3>\n

Titans’ newly hired General Manager Mike Borgonzi\u2019s vision for the team has yet to be revealed, but it should soon. No matter what direction or extreme his regime commits to, Upton Stout would be an exceptional use of their resources. His size will limit him to the slot, but he\u2019s both skillful and versatile enough that he could survive at both corner and safety. With a <\/span>draft projection of somewhere on Day 3<\/span><\/a>, he could be a substantial addition at a low cost.<\/span><\/p>\n

Main Photo: Kirby Lee – Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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