Former Tennessee Titans General Manager Ran Carthon has found himself in the spotlight once again, this time for an awkward pre-draft interview with quarterback prospect Cam Ward. The interaction, which recently went viral, has sparked widespread discussion among NFL fans and analysts as the Titans prepare to use their No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Ran Carthon’s Interview With Cam Ward Creates Buzz Online
Carthon recently found himself in an awkward situation when his interview with top quarterback prospect Cam Ward at his Pro͏ Day went ͏viral. The ͏Titans, who hold the first overall pick in the upcoming NF͏L draft, are reportedly set ͏to select͏ ͏Ward, making Carthon’s presence at the event particularly͏ intriguing given his recent firing from the organization.
TRENDING: Former #Titans GM Ran Carthon interviewed top-QB prospect Cam Ward at his Pro Day and it has gone viral.
Carthon was recently fired by Tennessee, who currently holds the 1st overall pick and plans on selecting Ward.
AWKWARD 😳
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During the interview͏, Carthon posed͏ ͏a direct question to Ward, asking if he had any concerns about transitioning to the NFL, either on or ͏off the field. Ward, appearing confident in his response, admitting ͏that he hadn’t given ͏it much thought but ͏acknowledged ͏that the game͏ could speed up due to the caliber of defensive linemen in the league.
He specifically noted, “But on film, it’s the same as college. Besides the D-line, who’s obviously better. Every team playing gets the highest paid defense alignment.”
Ward also analyzed NFL defensive schemes, pointing out that some teams leave the middle of the field open and that others, like the Dallas Cowboys, utilize cover-two formations, which can be exploited.
He emphasized that his arm strength and confidence would allow him to succeed at the professional level, saying, “And so I just think, you know, the arm strength and, you know, the confidence that I’m bringing, along with the, you know, me getting my receivers better, I just think I’ll be able to put the ball where I want.”
"Some teams in the NFL did a lot of two-high stuff, like Dallas … They leave way too much space on the sideline down the seams."
Cam Ward when asked if there's anything that makes him nervous about making the transition to the NFL. pic.twitter.com/SOcdJ2JFt3
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) March 25, 2025
Carthon’s presence at Ward’s pro day has sparked conversations across social media, with many questioning whether he was scouting for a new opportunity or if his connections with Tennessee’s front office remain intact. Given that the Titans appear committed to selecting Ward with the top pick, Carthon’s involvement in evaluating him has only added to the intrigue surrounding his dismissal.
The situation underscores the unpredictable nature of NFL front office ͏moves. Carthon, who was relieved of his duties earlier this offseason,͏ was instrumental in shaping the Titans’͏ roster but now finds ͏himself in a peculiar position, assessing a player͏ expected to ͏lead͏ the franchise͏ he recently departed.
As the draft approaches, speculation will continue regarding Ward’s fit with Tennessee and Carthon’s next career move. While the interview itself may have been routine, its viral spread has only fueled further discussion about the dynamics at play in the NFL’s ever-evolving landscape.