Tennessee Titans
Coverage of Tennessee Titans in the Nexus archive.
- Tenn. man discovers he has former Titan Chris Johnson’s old cell phone number, as messages of support pour in
A Tennessee man named William Ray discovered he has former football player Chris Johnson's old cell phone number after Johnson announced his ALS diagnosis. Ray began receiving messages intended for Johnson and worked to forward them to Johnson's wife, Brittany, ensuring supporters' messages reached the correct recipient.
- Blaise Taylor sentenced to life in prison, but will appeal
Blaise Taylor was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn baby. He plans to appeal the verdict and is currently in custody.
- Titans legendary running back Chris Johnson revives Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS research after diagnosis
Chris Johnson, a running back for the Tennessee Titans, revives the Ice Bucket Challenge to support ALS research after being diagnosed with the disease in 2025 at age 39. He partnered with Michael Strahan on Good Morning America and has received support from Marshawn Lynch and others who previously helped raise over $220 million for ALS research through the challenge.
- Former Titans scout Blaise Taylor found guilty in murder of pregnant girlfriend, unborn baby
Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, was found guilty of four murder charges in the death of his pregnant girlfriend Jade Benning and her unborn child. Prosecutors allege Taylor drugged Benning with cocaine during a date night, leading to her death. The verdict includes second-degree murder, first-degree premeditated murder, and two counts of felony murder.
- Titans to sell seats, memorabilia from old Nissan Stadium ahead of new venue opening
The Tennessee Titans will sell seats, signage, memorabilia, and turf from the current Nissan Stadium as they transition to a new facility opening in February 2027. Sales will be online, benefiting the Titans Foundation, with priority access for current season ticket members. Inventory details and pricing remain to be finalized.
- Defense rests case during day 7 of Blaise Taylor murder trial
The defense rested its case during the seventh day of the Blaise Taylor murder trial. The state is alleging that Taylor poisoned Benning with cocaine, resulting in her death and the loss of their unborn child.
- Defense rests in Blaise Taylor murder trial; closing arguments set for Wednesday
Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, is on trial for two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of felony murder after prosecutors allege he drugged his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, with cocaine. The defense presented evidence suggesting Benning may have used drugs prior to her death and highlighted flaws in toxicology testing, while prosecutors argue she had stopped using drugs during pregnancy and that fentanyl was administered at the hospital.
- Toxicology expert testifies in murder trial for ex-Titans scout, closing arguments ahead
A murder trial for a former Tennessee Titans scout is in its seventh day, with a toxicology expert testifying and two witnesses taking the stand. Closing arguments are expected to begin soon.
- June 30: Daniel Diermeier’s New Assignment; Chris Johnson’s Health Revelation
Daniel Diermeier becomes chair of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, and Chris Johnson reveals an ALS diagnosis.
- 'Every year there are strains on the field': Youth league throws support behind Brownland Farm sports plan
Developers propose a 233-acre sports-focused mixed-use development at Brownland Farm in Franklin, featuring a hockey facility, athletic fields, and partnerships with the Nashville Predators, Tennessee Titans, and Nashville Soccer Club to support youth sports. The project, led by BLVD Capital and the Anderton family, aims to create community facilities and enhance access to sports in Williamson County.
- Chris Johnson, known as CJ2K for his 2,000 yards for Titans in ’09, reveals he has ALS
Chris Johnson, an NFL player known for rushing for over 2,000 yards in 2009 with the Tennessee Titans, revealed he has been diagnosed with ALS. He uses a speech-generating device to communicate and is supported by his family and the Titans organization.
- Day 6 of Blaise Taylor murder trial: Defense calls witnesses to the stand
Blaise Taylor's murder trial is in its sixth day, with the defense calling witnesses. He is accused of poisoning his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Taylor, with cocaine, resulting in her death and that of their unborn child.
- Blaise Taylor trial, day 5: Defense focuses on victim’s phone records, alleged drug use
Blaise Taylor's defense in his murder trial is focusing on Jade Benning's alleged drug use, presenting phone records and toxicology reports to argue she willingly used drugs before her death. Benning died of cocaine poisoning in February 2023, with the defense suggesting her drug involvement, though medical testimony indicated fentanyl in her system was from hospital treatment. A forensic analyst presented text messages implying drug transactions, but the defense has not proven drug use.
- Day 6: Murder trial for ex-Titans scout enters second week
The murder trial for a former Tennessee Titans scout has entered its sixth day. The trial is in its second week.
- Former Titans RB Chris Johnson announces ALS diagnosis
Former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson announced his diagnosis with ALS, a sporadic form of the disease, at age 39. He first noticed symptoms with hand weakness and now uses eye-tracking technology to communicate, highlighting the rapid progression of the illness.
- Chris Johnson, legendary Titans RB and member of 2,000-yard season club, reveals ALS diagnosis
Chris Johnson, a former NFL running back and member of the 2,000-yard season club, announced his ALS diagnosis. The Tennessee Titans posted a highlight video of Johnson, and the team's owner released a statement. ALS is a progressive neurological disease affecting NFL players, including Steve Gleason, and the Ice Bucket Challenge raised awareness and funds for research.
- Prosecution rests in trial for ex-Titans scout accused of spiking pregnant girlfriend’s drink with cocaine
Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, is on trial for first-degree murder after being accused of spiking his pregnant girlfriend Jade Benning's drink with cocaine, leading to her death from acute cocaine toxicity. The prosecution presented testimonies from witnesses, including a detective and Taylor's former girlfriends, while the defense challenged evidence and Taylor's state of mind.
- Day 5 trial of ex-Titans scout: Medical examiner, Titans scout testify
The fifth day of a trial for a Tennessee Titans scout accused of poisoning and killing his pregnant girlfriend. Testimony from a medical examiner and the scout was presented.
- Day 4: Trial for ex-Titans scout accused of killing pregnant girlfriend resumes
The trial for a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend resumes on its fourth day, with the medical examiner testifying. The case involves allegations of a fatal incident against the scout's girlfriend, who was pregnant at the time.
- LIVE: Murder trial continues for former Titans scout accused of murdering pregnant girlfriend in Nashville
Blaise Taylor, a Tennessee Titans scout, is on trial for allegedly poisoning his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, leading to her death and the fetus's death. Prosecution claims excessive cocaine was found in Benning's system, and Taylor faces two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of felony murder.
- 233-acre Franklin farm could become major youth sports complex
A developer proposes converting Brownland Farm, a 233-acre Franklin property, into 'The Banks at Brownland,' a mixed-use youth sports complex featuring an ice rink operated by the Nashville Predators, multipurpose fields, and retail spaces. The project aims to expand youth sports access and includes partnerships with the Tennessee Titans and Nashville Soccer Club. A public meeting is scheduled for June 29 to discuss the proposal.
- Murder trial continues in death of pregnant TN woman, unborn baby, with testimony on search warrant execution and forensic evidence
Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, is on trial for allegedly poisoning his pregnant girlfriend Jade Benning with cocaine, causing her death and the death of her unborn child. Testimony includes claims about search warrant protocol violations, forensic analysis of Benning's apartment, and evidence from her phone showing interactions with Taylor and her pregnancy preparations.
- Day 3: Investigators walk through apartment, phone data in Blaise Taylor Trial
On the third day of the trial of former Tennessee Titans scout Blaise Taylor, investigators examined an apartment and phone data. Taylor is accused of poisoning his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning.
- Woman recalls the final heartbreaking phone call on the night Jade Benning and her unborn child were allegedly poisoned
Nijaiha Jackson, childhood friend of Jade Benning, testified about their final interaction before Benning and her unborn child were allegedly poisoned. Blaise Taylor, the child's father and a former Tennessee Titans scout, is on trial for their murders. Jackson described a phone call in which Benning accused Taylor of poisoning her drink.
- Day 2: Witnesses resume testimonies in murder trial of ex-Titans scout
The murder trial of a former Tennessee Titans scout is in its second day in a Nashville court, with witnesses resuming testimonies.
- LIVE: Day 2 begins in murder trial of former Titans scout Blaise Taylor
The murder trial of former Tennessee Titans scout Blaise Taylor began in Nashville, where he is accused of poisoning his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, leading to her death and the death of their unborn child. Prosecutors allege she died from acute cocaine toxicity, while the defense questions the investigation's integrity.
- June 24: Fisk University Makes Pledge on Data Centers; Massive Sports Complex Planned
Fisk University pledged to support Metro Nashville's regulation of data centers and committed to constructing a 30 megawatt data center without harming neighbors. BLVD Capital, backed by sports teams, announced a 233-acre mixed-use sports complex in Franklin called The Banks at Brownland.
- Titans look for secondary growth as training camp nears
The Tennessee Titans aim to strengthen their secondary for the 2026 NFL season by signing veterans Cor’Dale Flott and Alontae Taylor. Taylor, a Tennessee native, will focus on outside cornerback and recently surprised his mother with a home in Murfreesboro. The team’s secondary struggled last season due to injuries and trades but is now adding experience ahead of training camp.
- Blaise Taylor murder trial begins; jury hears opening statements in death of Jade Benning
Blaise Taylor is on trial for the murders of Jade Benning and her unborn child. The prosecution alleges he spiked her drink with cocaine, while the defense claims Benning used drugs during her pregnancy. Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, faces multiple murder charges related to the 2023 deaths.
- Proposed Brownland Farm redevelopment would bring sports complex, retail to Franklin
BLVD Capital proposes a mixed-use sports and retail complex at Brownland Farm in Franklin, featuring partnerships with the Nashville Predators, Tennessee Titans, and Nashville Soccer Club. The development includes a hockey facility, 11 multi-purpose sports fields, and a golf training center. Approval is pending a June 29 joint meeting of Williamson County and Franklin officials.
- Prosecutors, defense outline competing accounts in Blaise Taylor murder trial
Prosecutors and defense presented competing accounts in the murder trial of Blaise Taylor, who is accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, and their unborn daughter. The trial began with opening statements in Davidson County.
- Witnesses testify in trial of ex-Titans scout accused of killing pregnant girlfriend
Witnesses are testifying in the murder trial of a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend. The trial began in a Nashville court after a jury was selected.
- Jury selection begins in trial of Blaise Taylor, former Titans scout accused of killing his girlfriend and unborn baby
Jury selection started for Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of poisoning his pregnant girlfriend, Jade Benning, in 2023. Benning and the fetus died following the incident, and Taylor faces two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of felony murder. He was arrested in March 2024 but released after paying 10% of a $2.5 million bond.
- Jury selection begins in trial of former Tenn. Titans scout accused of killing girlfriend, unborn baby
The trial of Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of poisoning his girlfriend Jade Benning with cocaine, leading to her death and that of their unborn baby in 2023, is set to begin with jury selection. Taylor faces two counts of first-degree murder and was indicted in March 2024 after a grand jury review, having posted a $2.5 million bond in April 2024.
- Jury Selection Begins in Trial of Former Titans Scout Blaise Taylor
Jury selection is set to begin Monday in the murder trial of Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout. The trial is for murder charges.
- Here’s when former Titans scout accused of murdering girlfriend, unborn baby will face trial
Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, is set to face trial on June 22 for allegedly poisoning his girlfriend, Jade Benning, and her unborn baby, leading to their deaths in February 2023. A medical examiner testified that Benning had lethal levels of cocaine in her system, and police cited an investigation involving homicide detectives and crime lab experts as the basis for his murder indictment.
- Tennessee Titans mandatory minicamp begins this week
The Tennessee Titans' mandatory minicamp begins this week, requiring all players to attend or face NFL fines. This is the first time players must participate, as previous offseason activities were voluntary. The team has not made any new transactions or signed free agents since May 1, with head coach Robert Saleh emphasizing ongoing roster evaluation.
- Titans' Will Levis faced sex tape hack, spent 'exorbitant amount of money' to investigate, mom says
Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis and his mother, Beth Levis, addressed a 2024 sex tape leak attributed to a hack by an Eastern European group. Levis spent significant money on cybersecurity and investigation to mitigate the breach, which originated from a college-era device. The incident occurred around the time of his 2023 NFL draft, and he missed the 2025 season due to injury.
- New Russini-Vrabel photos raise ESPN conflict questions but the network won't answer them
ESPN declined to address questions about Dianna Russini's coverage of NFL coach Mike Vrabel while she was employed there, despite photos showing their personal relationship in 2020. Russini, who covered the Titans (Vrabel's team) for ESPN, left the network in 2023. The network's silence raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest under Disney's conduct policies.