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Every NFL team’s roster, ranked by preseason potential

By Rucker Haringey

SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 03: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles in action against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on December 3, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 03: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles in action against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on December 3, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) /
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FOXBOROUGH, MA – JANUARY 13: Marcus Mariota #8 of the Tennessee Titans reacts in the first quarter of the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MA – JANUARY 13: Marcus Mariota #8 of the Tennessee Titans reacts in the first quarter of the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /

20. Tennessee Titans

Lots of fans are putting pressure on Marcus Mariota to break out this season, but the Titans haven’t done enough to help their supposed franchise quarterback. Delanie Walker is an excellent tight end, but Tennessee lacks anything resembling a No. 1 wide receiver. That will continue to limit Mariota’s ceiling this season.

The good news for the Titans offense is that the offensive line should help the team move the chains on the ground. Derrick Henry and Dion Lewis will likely split carries in the backfield, but both should enjoy plenty of room to run. This offense is built to pound defenses on the ground. It may not be flashy, but it should be effective in 2018.

The defense returns a lot of big names, but doesn’t have quite as many playmakers as you think. DaQuan Jones and Brian Orakpo can rush the passer, but aren’t great against the run. That’s why Rashaan Evans was drafted to help solidify the middle of the defense.

The secondary could also turn into a real strength this season. The acquisition of Malcolm Butler is risky, but it could pay serious dividends. Adoree’ Jackson is one of the most talented corners in the NFL that you don’t hear a ton about.

In the end, the Titans’ lack of upside keeps them relatively low on this list. If one legitimate offensive playmaker emerges at wide receiver they could rocket up this list, otherwise, their margin of error on offense is simply too thin to be a great team.