The Tennessee Titans made the somewhat surprising decision to release center Lloyd Cushenberry on Wednesday evening. Releasing Cushenberry (with a failed physical designation) saves the team roughly $3.4 million in cap space while leaving behind approximately $9 million in dead money. It wasn't solely about the financials.
Cushenberry's departure leaves the Titans without a clear-cut starting center on the roster. Corey Levin, who has consistently played well, is also a pending free agent. The Titans will almost certainly re-sign Levin, who has emerged as a fan favorite.
Levin has never been considered an unquestioned starter and the Titans are aiming higher in 2026 after enduring consecutive 3-14 seasons.