2014 NFL Free Agency: Tennessee Titans sign Eric Olsen

Aug 25, 2013; Houston, TX, USA; New Orleans Saints guard Eric Olsen (69) snaps the ball to quarterback Ryan Griffin (4) against the Houston Texans during the second half at Reliant Stadium. The Saints won 31-23. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Campbell-USA TODAY Sports /

On Wednesday, the Tennessee Titans re-signed veteran offensive lineman Chris Spencer.

On Thursday, the Titans made another move to bolster front. agreeing to a deal with Eric Olsen, according to the official twitter feed of the Titans.

The #Titans have agreed to terms with G/C Eric Olsen on a one-year contract.
— Tennessee Titans (@Titans) April 3, 2014

Olsen was originally drafted with the 183rd pick of the sixth round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos. The former Notre Dame Fighting Irish star was waived after a year with the Broncos. He joined the Washington Redskins, but was never an active player and soon was picked up by the New Orleans Saints. In 2012, Olsen became a regular contributor for the Saints, playing in all 16 games, including four starts. After he was released in 2013, he joined the Pittsburgh Steelers, but did not play.

Olsen, along with veterans Uche Nwaneri and Garrett Reynolds, checked out the Titans this week.

With Spencer and and Olsen in the fold, the team has likely moved on from Nwaneri and Reynolds.

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