The NFL Combine is over, the smoke has cleared, and if you listen closely to the whispers in Indianapolis, you can hear the sound of Mike Borgonzi playing 4D chess.
For weeks, the narrative has been set: No. 4 Tennessee Titans ‘obsessed’ with Notre Dame superstar Jeremiah Love. The local media buzzed about his 4.37 speed, his “Hall of Fame status” and how he would be the perfect Charger to match Robert Saleh’s vision for the Thunder.
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But as the Kansas City Chiefs just got Show No. 29 The Rams, in the aftermath of Trent McDuffie, are looking for a blue-chip weapon. We can’t help but ask: Is there an ulterior motive behind so many “Love Titan” remarks? Is this the ultimate smokescreen to force this team into a decade-long deal?
Proposal: Chiefs vs. Titans bombshell
The math is simple. The Chiefs have No. 9 and No. 29. They have an aging Travis Kelce and desperately need a generational playmaker like Love for Patrick Mahomes. Meanwhile, the Titans have more holes in their roster than a block of Swiss cheese.
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The chief received: No. 4 overall (pick used by Jeremiyah Love)
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Titan gets: No. 9 overall, No. 29 overall, and a 2027 third-rounder.
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According to the standard trade value chart, the No. 4 pick is worth approximately 1,800 points. The combined total of 9th (1,350) and 29th (640) 1,990 points. This is the “Borgonzi Special”. Exploit your former employer, raise additional funds, and still stay within the top ten.
The Board: A Perfect Storm at No. 9
In this case, the top 8 rankings feel almost written for Robert Saleh:
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LV: Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana)
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New York: Arvell Reese (EDGE, Ohio State University)
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Ali: David Bailey (EDGE, Texas Tech University)
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KC (Pass Ten): Jeremiah Love (RB, Notre Dame)
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New York: Caleb Downs (Southern Ohio State University)
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Chemiluminescence: Carnell Tate (WR, Ohio State)
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Was: Sonny Styles (LB/S, Ohio State)
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No: Ma Kai Lemon (WR, USC)
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9. Tennessee Titans: Reuben Bane Jr. (The Edge, Miami)
“Bully” remains at No. 9
The fear of a downgraded trade is always “missing out on your people”. But let’s be honest: Robert Saleh’s guy is not a running back. it is Reuben Bain Jr.
Despite the national media’s fascination with his 31-inch arms, Saleh was caught on camera this week calling Bane’s tape “undeniable.” Bain is the definition of a “glass lover.” He’s a 270-pound wrecking ball who can play inside or outside.
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By moving up to ninth, the Titans could see the Raiders, Jets and Giants vying for quarterback and receiver, with the ACC Defensive Player of the Year sitting there up for grabs. Pairing Bane with Jeffrey Simmons not only improves the pass rush; It gave the Titans a defensive identity that Nashville hadn’t seen since the “Freaks” days.
#29 Luxury: Locking the Boundaries
This is where trading becomes a master class. By choosing No. 29, the Titans are no longer in trouble. They have the flexibility to use high-floor, high-ceiling starters to address major holes on both sides of the ball.
Rather than just having a superstar running back with the fourth pick in the draft, the Titans walked away with a foundational pass rusher in the first round. Reuben Bain Jr. and a second elite talent in a senior role. With this extra first-round pick, the Titans can choose their own path with the following game-changing options:
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Zion Young (EDGE, Missouri): A powerful, edgy pass rusher, he bolstered his reputation by dominating in the SEC in his final season. Adding Young and Bane together would give Saleh a pair of young, versatile bookends to look for at quarterback over the next decade.
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Chris Johnson (CB, San Diego State): The lockdown “metric monster” proved at the combine that his 4.40 speed is more than enough to match his elite football IQ. He’s the perfect plug-and-play corner in Robert Saleh’s scheme.
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Omar Cooper Jr. (WR, Indiana): A dynamic playmaker who can win at all three levels. If the Titans want to give Cam Ward a reliable, productive target who will thrive after the catch, Cooper is that guy.
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Chris Brazier II (WR, Tennessee): The hometown hero is 6-foot-4 and has 4.37 speed. He provides the “above the rim” vertical threat this offense has lacked for years.
Whether it’s Johnson’s locking secondary, a secondary edge rusher like Young, or the explosive offensive potential of Cooper or Brazier, the No. 29 pick ensures the Titans leave Day 1 with a fresh roster.
Final Verdict: A win-win for Nashville
Is Titan playing 4D chess? Reuben Bain Jr. and a bunch of draft picks, or are they actually going to pull the trigger? Jeremiah Lovethe franchise is in a position of power. They can either walk away with a defense rebuilt for the “Saleh Revolution” or hire the most explosive playmaker in the 2026 class to lead the offense.
For the first time in years, the Titans weren’t just reacting to the boardroom, they were calling the shots. If “The Love Trap” works, Mike Borgonzi will rebuild the depth of the roster overnight. If not, Robert Saleh gets a weapon in Jeremiyah Love, who can bail out the young quarterback and turn a pass into a 70-yard touchdown at any time. Either way, “Nashville Rebuild” is ahead of schedule.
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But I want to hear from you! If the Chiefs trade existed, would you take it? Whether it’s for love or for someone else, do you want to hold on and choose #4? Please comment below and let me know!
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