Will Levis says his current situation ‘sucks’ as he competes with Cam Ward to be Titans’ QB1
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Will Levis says his current situation ‘sucks’ as he competes with Cam Ward to be Titans’ QB1
Will Levis is in a position battle with No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward. Levis threw 12 picks 12 games as the Titans floundered through a 3-14 season. He spent a considerable part of his offseason working on his mechanics with quarterback guru Jordan Palmer. “I see a real improvement in his footwork and his base,” Titans coach Brian Callahan said of Levis’ offseason work. “He’s reacted really well to the room,” Callahan added of his new teammate. “It’s been exciting to work with somebody who has played in an actual NFL football game””Anyone who’s every been in my situation would agree that it sucks,” Levis said of his current situation. ‘I’m just trying to do the best I can to not let it affect me,” he said.
Levis, who by all accounts has taken a professional approach to his current situation, recently acknowledged that his current predicament is far from ideal.
“Anyone who’s every been in my situation would agree that it sucks,” Levis said, via Main Street Nashville. “I’m just trying to do the best I can to not let it affect me and just being the same dude every day in the building and being there for the guys however I can and just trying to get better every day.”
Levis hasn’t let his disappointment impact his relationship with Ward, who has had nothing but good things to say about his new teammate.
“He was one of the first ones to come up to me in the locker room, ready to compete and ready to get to work,” Ward said of his relationship with Levis. “It’s been exciting to work with somebody who has played in an actual NFL football game. So to be able to take a little advice from him, it’s been good.”
Levis is largely in his current situation because of his continued struggles taking care of the ball, an issue that led to him falling to the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Levis seemed to have the issue somewhat under wraps as a rookie, throwing just four interceptions in nine games. But he regressed last year, tossing 12 picks 12 games as the Titans floundered through a 3-14 season.
Instead of licking his wounds, Levis worked hard at his craft this offseason. He spent a considerable part of his offseason working on his mechanics with quarterback guru Jordan Palmer. Levis’ offseason work appears to have already paid dividends.
“I’ve seen a lot of improvement, I really have,” said Titans coach Brian Callahan. “I think him making the decision to go put in the work down there with Jordan was really beneficial. I got a lot respect for Jordan. I think he’s got a good program. He knows what he’s doing. It’s good off-season work,” Callahan said. “I see a real improvement in his footwork and his base. His ability to control the football has improved. I’ve been really pleased with the work that he’s put in. He’s reacted really well to the room.”
As far as his “suck” comments, there’s no doubt that Levis’ situation isn’t great. That being said, many quarterbacks have had worse situations, especially Steve Young, who was force to sit behind future Hall of Famer Joe Montana for four years before he finally got his chance to start for the 49ers during his age-30 season.
Like Levis, Young didn’t necessarily love playing behind Montana. In fact, Young loathed it and wasn’t afraid to publicly express his frustration. Young’s mentality changed, however, after he sat alongside author Stephen Covey, who wrote “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” After listening to Young vent about his situation, Covey told him that Young actually had an ideal situation in terms of maximizing his potential by taking advantage of the fact that he was playing alongside an legendary quarterback (Montana), a legendary coach (Bill Wash) and for the NFL’s best franchise.
Covey’s insight instantly changed Young’s mindset towards his situation, and he responded by enjoying a Hall of Fame career that included a Super Bowl single-game record six touchdown passes in San Francisco’s Super Bowl win over the Chargers.
Young found a way to overcome his obstacles. It’ll be interesting to see if Levis can author a similar story.
Calls Mount Against Will Levis’ 2-Word Message After Titans Drafted Cam Ward
Will Levis was supposed to be the guy on the Tennessee Titans. But after a rocky season, the Titans went all in and grabbed Cam Ward with the No. 1 pick. Now, Levis, once the starter, is stuck watching the spotlight shift. Coach Brian Callahan is calling it a “competition,” but everyone knows how this usually plays out: the top pick gets the keys, and Levis? He’s doing his best to handle it like a pro, but this time, he couldn’t control his emotions.“It s—. I’m just trying to do the best I can to not let it affect me, and just being the same dude every day in the building and being there for the guys. However, I can and am just tryingto get better every day,’ Levis said after practice on Wednesday. But now, his latest comments on the situation have stirred the pot as they aren’t exactly sitting well with NFL fans.
Sure, Coach Brian Callahan is calling it a “competition,” but everyone knows how this usually plays out: the top pick gets the keys. And Levis? He’s doing his best to handle it like a pro, but this time, he couldn’t control his emotions.
Although the team hasn’t officially named a QB1 yet, it’s pretty clear Will Levis knows exactly where he stands. After battling through 21 tough starts over two seasons, the idea of losing his spot to a rookie isn’t easy to swallow. And now, for the first time, the 25-year-old is opening up about how he really feels about his situation.
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“It s—,” Will Levis said after practice on Wednesday. He added, “Anyone who’s ever been in my situation would agree that it s—. I’m just trying to do the best I can to not let it affect me, and just being the same dude every day in the building and being there for the guys. However, I can and am just trying to get better every day.” That’s really tough for any QB.
Will Levis has a cannon for an arm, no doubt, but it’s the inconsistency and questionable decisions that pushed the Titans to search for a new starter. And now, when his position is under the radar, the QB isn’t letting go of this situation easily.
This offseason, Will Levis took a step back and got to work. He trained in California with quarterback coach Jordan Palmer, hoping to clean up his mechanics and regain confidence. And it’s helped. He said, “It was a lot of just relearning my stroke, relearning my body, and trying to get back to the basics of that. I feel like it’s really paid off. I’ve been feeling good the last few weeks.”
Even the head coach Brian Callahan acknowledged his QB’s hard work, saying, “I’ve seen a lot of improvement, I really have. I think him making the decision to go put in the work down there with Jordan was really beneficial….I see a real improvement in his footwork and his base. His ability to control the football has improved. I’ve been really pleased with the work that he’s put in.”
So, even with the starting job slipping out of reach, Will Levis hasn’t lost his edge. He’s still preparing like the job is his. And if you’re thinking there’s drama between him and Cam Ward, think again. Levis actually walked right up to the rookie in the locker room and welcomed him without hesitation. But now, his latest comments on the situation have stirred the pot as they aren’t exactly sitting well with NFL fans.
From starter to sideline: Has Will Levis worn out his chance?
In two seasons, Will Levis has completed 61% of his passes, throwing for just under 4,000 yards with 21 touchdowns and 16 interceptions. Not exactly franchise-level numbers. Plus, he hasn’t been able to lead the team to the playoffs even once. So, when he spoke out about his situation, fans weren’t buying it. One fan put it bluntly online: “Well, if he played better than they wouldn’t have drafted someone.” That makes sense.
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Consistent wins and playoff runs could’ve secured his spot. But with that opportunity now behind him, the tide has turned. Another fan echoed this sentiment: “He had his chance more than once.” Someone else didn’t hold back either, saying, “He put them in that position to be at the number one pick.” Like these, the harsh takes kept coming.
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One fan commented, “It ain’t the situation its you Will,” and “Nah bro you s—.” The frustration’s real. Titans fans just want to see their team back in serious contention. It’s been a long time since their lone Super Bowl run in 1999. They believed Will Levis could finally bring the first trophy home, but that hope faded fast.