Receiver Carnell Tate Leans on Calvin Ridley as Titans Rookie Learns New Offense
The rookie wide receiver is leaning on Ridley’s experience as Tennessee tries to improve after ranking 30th in passing last season.
- On Sunday, Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate showcased his pass-catching ability in Nashville with a one-handed grab and a touchdown reception during training camp.
- Tate spends practice time studying veteran wide receiver Calvin Ridley, whom he calls an "elite receiver" and whose moves he aims to absorb.
- Standing 6-foot-2 and 192 pounds, the former Ohio State player recorded 121 catches for 1,872 yards and 14 touchdowns while dropping only five passes on 161 targets.
- Second-Year quarterback Cam Ward, who threw for 3,169 yards last season, expects significant plays from Tate based on the rookie's training camp performance.
- The Titans travel to California on Monday for joint practices against playoff teams including defending champion Seattle, with Coach Robert Saleh confident the roster will be ready.
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Receiver Carnell Tate leans on Calvin Ridley as Titans rookie learns new offense
Tennessee wide receiver Carnell Tate can be found kneeling or standing next to veteran Calvin Ridley listening intently when not busy on the practice field.
Look for Tennessee's open receiver Carnell Tate during workouts and you can find the rookie kneeling or standing next to veteran Calvin Ridley, listening attentively.
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