Says the Tennessee Titans' defensive star Jeffery Simmons, "We can win a lot of football games up front" in 2026.

Simmons confirmed he underwent an elbow procedure during the offseason, Easton Freeze of AtoZSports.com reports. Head coach Robert Saleh told reporters Wednesday that Simmons is "dealing with a couple of things,

All-Pro Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons discussed his thoughts on a potential contract extension coming off a career year.

This is the type of defense I want to be in'

Sometime between the end of minicamp this week and the Tennessee Titans' 2026 season opener against the New York Jets on Sept. 13, Robert Saleh owes Jeffery Simmons a conversation about playing time.

Tennessee Titans cornerback Alontae Taylor looks at the team's revamped defensive line, and one word comes to mind: "Nasty."

New Tennessee cornerback Alontae Taylor looks at the Titans’ revamped defensive line and one word comes to mind

The Titans' best player is DT Jeffery Simmons, who is set up to explode in 2026 in his new role on defense. He spoke to the media before the summer break, and he didn't shy away from sharing his thoughts on a contract extension.