**Jesse Cooper from Shelbyville, Tennessee**
**Question**: Jim, love the new uniforms. Nothing over the top, they're clean, throwback to the Oilers (which I'm too young to remember) but also giving our own twist on it. I've already got $500 of new appeal in my shopping cart! As far as free agency, seems like Salah is picking his defense and loading up on depth. My idea for the number 4 pick is get the top edge available or Love. Thank you Jim for the great work you're doing!
**Jim:** Appreciate it, Jesse. And we agree 100 percent on the draft options.
**Kenneth Krahl from Arlington, Tennessee**
**Question**: Overall Jim, people are calling the rebrand a huge success and I agree. The only things I would have changed were a red facemask instead of white and to stream the event live so out of state and country Titan fans could enjoy it. I've learned not to judge off-season player and coaching moves until seeing it play out on the field. Otherwise, it's just losing in nicer uniforms. Best of luck covering the draft and the season.
**Jim:** I hear ya, Kenneth. I've seen some fans suggest the team should've gone red with the red facemask, too. I've thought about that myself, but I actually think the white is much cleaner.
**Steve Anaker from El Sobrante, California**
**Question:** Hi, Jim. Love your work and your incredible patience. I know with your current job, criticizing the front office is a no-no, but it does seem that Saleh and Daboll (and even Borg) were far too reliant on players they had worked with in the past this FA period. I get that having a few who can speed up the team's adoption of their schemes, but it's hard to believe that all the best choices just happened to have played with them in the past. What are your thoughts?
**Jim:** Hey Steve. I've seen some folks question this, and you're right – there have been a lot of signings with guys who've been with them at previous stops. But I don't think this is a bad thing. Mike Borgonzi and Robert Saleh are trying to build a culture, and they know what they are getting in these guys as players, and locker room guys. Of course these players are going to have to prove them right, because any failures would be easy to second-guess.
**Cosme Belmonte from Mexico City, Mexico**
**Question**: Stop everything! I couldn't be happier! The new uniforms are extraordinary, they're gorgeous! I have to admit they're not the Oilers' uniforms, but they're truly perfect. I'm so excited, and now all that's left is to reopen the House of Pain! It's going to be an excellent year! Titan up!
**Jim:** Muchas gracias, Cosme.
**James Dugger from Bedford, Texas**
**Question**: Hey Jim! I think the titans made the best choice possible in merging the history of the entire organization into their uniforms. They are not representing the history of the team from 1960-now.
My one question, do you think the Titans will unveil an alternate uniform set for next season before the big move into the stadium?
**Jim:** Hey James. Don't forget the Rivalry uniforms for this season. They'll be revealed at some point, but not sure when.
**Mitch Jordan from Orlando, Florida**
**Queston**: Jim, I have had a restless night and feel compelled to take a moment and share some thoughts following Thursday night's unveiling of the team's new branding. I do so as someone who has been a proud Tennessee Titans fan since 1998, when the franchise first arrived in Nashville. Like so many others at that time, I strongly remember the excitement felt throughout the region that we were getting an NFL team of our own. I also distinctly remember how disappointed many of us were with the original team name and logo as it felt like it was still Houston's team. When the organization responded by rebranding as the Tennessee Titans, creating an entirely new identity including the fireball logo and the iconic two-tone blue I was hooked. At the time, the organization spoke about the 'Strength of a Titan.' Now for almost thirty years the Titan's fans have embraced that strength as our own identity and legacy. Through the highs and lows, I have loved this team and have been proud to be a season ticket holder. That is why Thursday night's rebrand was difficult for me. While I understand the desire to honor the full history of the franchise, the new look felt less like a blend of eras and more like a return to the Houston Oilers identity. The Titans branding, the colors, the fireball, and the distinct identity that we the Tennessee Titans have embraced for nearly three decades essentially seemed to be tossed aside. It truly felt as though we were welcoming back the another cities team and in the process losing our own. Nashville and Titans fans have invested deeply in this team for almost 30 years, and we are continuing that commitment with a new stadium and decades more of football in Tennessee. This is our team now. The Tennessee Titans identity deserves to be celebrated just as much as the franchise's earlier history. I truly believe there is an opportunity to bring balance to this new era. A few thoughtful adjustments could go a long way toward honoring both chapters of the franchise's story. For example, restoring the classic Titans two-tone blue more prominently in the color scheme would immediately reconnect the brand with the identity fans have embraced for decades. The new primary logo itself has potential, but incorporating Titans Navy would help it feel unmistakably tied to Tennessee Titans and not just the Houston Oilers. Additionally, I know we are getting an alternate jersey later this year and possibly that could provide the opportunity to deliver Titans Era Inspired design. I share these thoughts out of deep respect and love for this team. This franchise has been an important part of my life for nearly three decades, and I know many others who feel the same way. Your video of the father growing up watching the iconic moments of the past years of the team in Nashville home, as I am now sharing my fandom with my own sons. It struck me the deep connection they shared all focusing on our logo (the Fireball) and then to seeing the primary character remove his hat at the end felt jarring. My hope is simply that the identity Nashville built with this team continues to be honored and represented moving forward.
Thank you for always taking the time to listen to the voices of the fans. Titan Up, Mitch Jordan.
**Jim:** Thanks for taking the time, Mitch.
**Tobe Harris from Johnson City, Tennessee**
**Question**: Hey Jim. It's been a minute since I wrote in last. I have a new name since I got married (used to be Tobe Wolfe). I LOVE the new uniforms! Clean design with lots of meaning. I guess I need to order a new 98. I think I'll go Titans Blue for this one. Keep up the great work!
**Jim:** Thanks Tobe, and congrats!
**Evan Rogers from Chelsea, Massachusetts**
**Question**: Hey Jim. I know I'm in the minority here, but I do not like the new jerseys and color scheme. I know it's the heritage and the history of this team, but we may as well be the Oilers again. My question is besides it saying Titans on the home jersey, how are we in anyway the Titans anymore? Any imagery and aesthetic this franchise had since it became the Titans is gone. We used a sword for pregame with the 12th titans, what are we going to do now, break a guitar?
**Jim:** I've been around for three jersey changes now. I understand it's going to take a while for some to get used to. The team needs to start winning games again, and if that happens, I think more fans will embrace it. Thanks for chiming in, Evan.
**Peyton Bushart from Dyersburg, Tennessee**
**Question**: Hey Jim. Could we possibly see a blue jerseys with blue britches this upcoming year?
**Jim:** Hi Peyton. I know the plan is for light blue over white to be the primary home uniform, but I wouldn't be surprised to see the white jerseys for an early season home game. A return of the Smurf look? Not sure about that, but never say never I guess…
**Chris Ventura from Mt. Juliet, Tennessee**
**Question:** Love the new jerseys and rebrand. But how will Titans honor the original Titans logo? I'm just afraid it'll be forgotten along with the players who donned that logo especially the original Titans who helped build this franchise in TN.
**Jim:** Hey Chris. I hear ya. A lot of memories in that fireball logo. It's in the new uniform, at least parts of it. But it's now a great retro look.
**Lucas Phillips from Johnson City, Tennessee**
**Question:** Not a question, just wanted to say you did a great job on the rebrand Jim!
**Jim:** Wish I could take credit, Lucas. It was just fun to be there Thursday night, and be a part of it. Know a lot of folks worked a really long time on this for a long time. The decision to make the jersey switch and rebrand for 2026 was made back in the summer of 2024, so it's been a few years in the making.
**Beau Blaker from Houston, Texas**
**Question:** Hey Jim, first I want to say I love the uniforms one of the best in the league right away. The talk down here in Houston already is as expected "Titans want to be Houston" but those are the people who don't understand the Oilers and Titans are one and the same. The Rams moved back to LA stayed the Rams no one mentions them wanting to be St. Louis. The Colts moved from Baltimore to Indy no one says they want to be Baltimore. Absolute beauties can't wait to see them on the field and what the new practice jerseys will look like.
As for free agency I'm curious your thoughts as we have really attacked defense. From DL, secondary. And a couple rotational edges. Borgonzi mentioned wanting an experienced center to help Cam. Do we think Schlottmann who came over from NY is all they will sign at that spot? Appreciate all the time and effort you do covering the team over the years!
**Jim:** Hey Beau. Yeah, that's a tired line from Texans fans, who seem to always be complaining about something. At least they have Pappadauxs and Pappasitos, Ninfas, and John McClain. The Titans fans in Houston have a lot more going for them, especially the TTFIH. I think the uniforms look great myself.
I like the additions on defense, eight total. As for center, I think Schlottmann has a great chance to win the job. But he's going to have to earn it. This roster is under construction, and this team is getting a makeover that includes more than the uniforms and logo.
**Robert Keith from San Diego, California**
**Question:** Will Daniel Bellinger get significant playing time? Seems he was underutilized with the Giants.
**Jim:** Hey Robert. Time will tell, but he was brought here for a reason. He's regarded as a really good blocker, and he's caught his fair share of footballs as well. I see you're from San Diego - I suspect you know this from watching him with the Aztecs? Right now I expect Daniel and Gunnar Helm will be the top two tight ends. Daniel knows Brian Daboll's system, which will surely help him get comfortable in a hurry.
**Chuy Cano from Corpus Christi, Texas**
**Question:** Chuy down here n South Texas Mr. Jim. Soooooooo I saw the new uniform reveal.....so we basically put a T on Captain America's shield 🤔🤔.... I really liked the flame on helmet ....really dnt know why the uniforms changed....do u know the reason? I guess we'll look great losing.....lost the game guys...but dang we good doing it out there!
**Jim**: Good to hear from you, Chuy. Glad you like it.
**Brad Smith from Kent Island, Maryland**
**Question:** Jim. No question, but a few brief comments. First off I don't agree with a few of our players we parted with, especially Sweat & Okonkwo. I felt both were showing great growth and potential. I do always try to trust our management, so we will wait and see on the players we acquired, although no big splash was made thus far. My ultimate concern is the new logo that just came out. I do go back with the Oilers as early as 1978 and have rather appreciated them incorporating their old uniforms more as of late, yet I did find the navy blue as a major distinction between the 2 and thought it fit well. The columbia blue has always been our origin and I can live with bringing it back permanently now,.but for the life of me,.I can NOT STAND for the new "T" logo without the flames!!. I know that sounds rather miniscule,.but to me I felt we had one of the very best logos in the NFL with the flames coming off the circled T logo. Now we have gone to almost the blandest and rather ordinary logos EVER!,.I do NOT think that was a great move at all and it takes away from the fire this team represented. If they couldn't keep the navy blue, they should had at least kept in the fiery logo which is on all our merch for the last 26 years!,.Very disappointed in that decision,..I honestly think you should take a poll to the fans on this logo change? I am sure more than 80% will disagree with it. Then have the results of the poll shown to management and maybe it can be changed back for next year and we can just simply look back on this as the one year in which they had this God awful logo for collectors purposes,.like when they had the Oiler logo with 3 star flag back in 1998. It is a HUGE mistake,.not just a personal preference.
**Jim:** I hear ya, Brad. I've seen a lot of positive comments about the rebrand, and some who don't love it. I appreciate all opinions. My take: If the Titans win in these uniforms, some on the fence will get on board. I'm a lifelong Vandy fan. Vandy changed its logo a few years back. At first, I didn't like it, because I'm a star V guy (old logo). I'll always be a star V guy, if I'm being honest. But the new Vandy logo has looked better to me of late, because the sports programs have been winning more consistently wearing it. I know a ton of fans who love the new Titans uniforms, and logos. I've heard from some who don't like it. I suspect some who are on the fence might get on board if the team can start winning more than three games a year and turn into a contender again.
**Sergio Escobar from El Paso, Texas**
**Question:** Hello Jim, hope all is well. Thanks again for all you do for us fans. Glad to see all the quality signings so far in free agency. Excited (about) the new uniforms. I know we got a lot of coach Saleh and daboll's former guys. We have had signings in the past that seemed like great fits only to be disappointed in the end but that's just the way it goes. Only time will tell but I am excited about the prospect of finally getting to a .500 record. Only wish we would have gotten a quality veteran center to help out Cam. I liked Levin and was hoping to resign him after cutting cush but he signed elsewhere. Are we looking at that position in the draft? Was also hoping Byard would return as I think he would have been great again with this new regime before he signed with the pats. One last thing that I know you get a lot of questions on but even though we have trubisky now as back up and so Levis will most likely get traded, I wonder how good Levis would have faired in Daboll's offense. Let's face it he as well as with Cam last year we're done no favors with the coaching staff they had. Very optimistic for this year as I have been the last 50 and hoping we repeat the success we had the last time we got into a new stadium by going to the super bowl. Take care sir and again thank you. Titan up.
**Jim:** Hey Sergio. I think the familiarity with some of these signings will end of up being a plus. I expect the team to add more competition at center, but Schlottman is going to have a chance to win the job. I agree Levis was dealt a tough hand here, but he has to take at least some accountability himself. I wish him well no matter what happens from here because he's a good guy.
**Joshua Pollard from Pocatello, Idaho**
**Question:** I know the Oilers colors have history, but as a lifelong Titans fan it just doesn't feel like us. I grew up rooting for the Titans, not the Oilers. When I see those uniforms, it feels like the team is borrowing an identity instead of representing the one we've had in Tennessee for the last 25 years. More navy blue should have been used in the design and the new logo is just so bland and underwhelming. I don't understand all the love for these uniforms. The best part to come out of this is the new "Titans" cursive wordmark. Disappointed
**Jim:** Thanks for taking the time, Joshua.
**David Rawls from League City, Texas**
**Question:** Hi Jim. I just love this branding and uniforms so much! I really appreciate how much love the team has for its legacy in Houston and the move to Tennessee and future legacy to come! Having grown up in Houston and seeing how they kicked the Oilers to the curb everyone here seems to have amnesia, but Nashville and Tennessee love and I mean love the Titans and so do I! TitanUp!!
**Jim**: Appreciate it, David.
Have a great weekend everyone!