The Tennessee Titans are undergoing a significant change shortly after completing the 2026 NFL Draft. President of Football Operations Chad Brinker is stepping down from the position.
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The team announced the news with a release and confirmed the change to the front office. Brinker, who reported directly to owner Amy Adams Strunk, also provided a statement explaining his departure from the team that he originally joined in 2023.
"It has been an honor to serve as President of Football Operations of the Tennessee Titans," Brinker said. "Over the years, I've understood and embraced my role as the leader of the football strategy, but as I've spent less time in personnel, I have a renewed conviction that it is time to return to what I love and move towards my next chapter. I'm grateful for Amy's understanding in my decision, and for allowing me to pursue other opportunities.
"I'm proud of the work we've done over the past three years — under challenging circumstances — to begin the process of getting the Titans football organization back on track, not the least of which was last year's general manager search. I believe the Titans have exceptional people and long-term stability at the general manager position and throughout the scouting department.
"While there is work to be done, I believe we've laid the foundation to restore the Titans to its rightful place as a sustainable, winning program. My family and I will always be grateful for Amy's belief and trust in me, and for our time in Tennessee."
Brinker kicked off his Titans tenure as the assistant general manager under Ran Carthon. He then took over as President of Football Operations in 2024. Once the Titans fired Carthon, Brinker led the search and hiring process that led to new GM Mike Borgonzi.
Prior to joining the Titans, Brinker worked for the Packers. He held multiple roles after starting as a scouting assistant in 2010. He worked as a Pro Scout, Assistant Director of Pro Scouting, Salary Cap Analyst, and Football Administration Executive.
