Titans Sign Former Panthers QB
NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports that Hendon Hooker will join the Tennessee Titans. The move reunites Hooker with the state where he finished his college career.
College pedigree and draft status
Hooker is a Greensboro, North Carolina native. He completed his final two collegiate seasons at the University of Tennessee.
He earned SEC Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2022. The Detroit Lions selected him in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
NFL timeline and recent transactions
Hooker missed his rookie year after suffering an ACL tear. He returned to play in 2024 for limited action.
In 2024 he appeared in three games. He completed six of nine passes for 62 yards during those appearances.
| 2023 | Drafted in third round by Detroit Lions |
| 2023 | Missed rookie season due to ACL injury |
| 2024 | Appeared in three games (6-of-9, 62 yards) |
| Summer 2025 | Waived by Detroit |
| 2025 | Joined Carolina Panthers practice squad; released in November |
| Late 2025 | Finished season with New York Jets |
Why Tennessee makes sense
Hooker is already known to local fans from his Volunteer career. The Titans add a quarterback with regional ties and familiarity with the community.
Projected to serve as depth, Hooker could compete for a backup role. The team gains a player with upside and limited regular-season experience.
Next steps and coverage
The transaction was first reported by Jordan Schultz. Teams must still finalize roster paperwork.
Filmogaz.com will follow roster updates and free-agent movement. Expect further details once the deal is official.
- Source: NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
- Player: Hendon Hooker, former Panthers quarterback and Tennessee alumnus.
- Key stats: 2024 — 3 games, 6 completions on 9 attempts, 62 yards.
