Will Levis sidelined for entire 2025 season after shoulder surgery

In Tennessee, quarterback Will Levis is set to miss the entire 2025 season due to a shoulder injury that necessitated surgery. The announcement came from the Tennessee Titans just before the start of training camp on July 21, 2025. Levis decided to undergo surgery on July 29 after dealing with persistent discomfort related to his right shoulder. His injury has its origins in the previous year, where he suffered an AC joint injury and had not fully recovered despite showing promise as a leader during the offseason. With this development, Levis will not be able to compete for playing time in his third year with the team. The Titans have moved quickly to respond to Levis's situation by acquiring the No. 1 overall draft pick, Cam Ward, to become their starting quarterback. Ward had previously set a single-season touchdown pass record while playing at the University of Miami, which further solidifies his role as the likely starter when the regular season kicks off in September. The team also features veteran quarterbacks Brandon Allen and Tim Boyle on the roster, indicating a strategy of stability amidst uncertainty. Levis was initially drafted by the Titans in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, mainly due to concerns over the previous quarterback Malik Willis's performance. Over his first two seasons, Levis participated in 21 games, throwing for 3,899 yards and 21 touchdowns, but his team had a disappointing record of 5-16 in those starts. The Titans had hoped for a leap in performance during Levis's second season, but instead, injuries have hindered his progress leading up to the current challenge. In light of all these changes, the upcoming training camp was expected to involve competition between Levis and Ward for the starting position; however, this surgery has ended that competition prematurely. The Titans expressed their support for Levis's decision to prioritize his long-term health and recovery, confirming their ongoing confidence in his abilities for the future. As training camp approaches, fans and analysts will be keenly observing how this situation unfolds and its impact on the Titans’ performance in the upcoming season.