Dharya SharmaNov 4, 2026
Sharma argues the Titans are better off holding onto running back Tony Pollard through the November 10 trade deadline rather than dealing them at peak value, because they are essential to Cam Ward's development.
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keeping him to support Ward and help the offense afloat for the rest of the season looks like the more viable avenue right now for Tennessee
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Tony Pollard to stay put
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