Ward's response to Levis' season-ending injury gains widespread attention online
Titans Quarterback Cam Ward Remains Focused Amid Will Levis' Injury
In a surprising turn of events, Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward has remained focused on his own game amidst teammate Will Levis' season-ending shoulder surgery.
The decision to undergo surgery was made just before training camp began this week, leaving Levis to miss the entire 2025 season and aim for a 2026 return. Ward, the No. 1 overall draft pick, initially had 'no reaction' to the news, stating, 'I really didn't have a reaction. I focus on Cam Ward.'
This blunt response, captured in a short clip that received over 1.5 million views, was met with mixed reactions from fans. Some saw it as a sign of Ward's determination, while others were dismayed by his lack of sympathy. However, Ward later expressed support for Levis, saying, 'He [did] what was best for him, you can't be mad at somebody for doing what's best for him.'
Before the surgery decision, Ward and Levis were expected to compete for the starting quarterback role. The Titans had selected Levis with the 33rd overall pick in 2023, a year after drafting Ward first overall. Despite the injury, Levis played in eight more games in the campaign.
Ward's initial focus was not on the competition for the starting role, but on the other quarterback supporting him in the Tennessee Titans training camp – veteran Brandon Allen. Allen, who was signed by the Titans in March 2025, was not drafted by the team but joined them as a veteran free agent.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, Ward also acknowledged Levis' help during offseason training and expressed hopes for his return. He later wished Levis a speedy recovery and expressed hope to see him in the building more often.
The public eye has long pitted Ward and Levis against each other as potential franchise quarterbacks for the Titans. However, with the team committed to Ward, Levis' future role in Tennessee may be limited by the time he returns.
As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see how Ward performs in the starting role and whether Levis' return will shake up the quarterback position in Tennessee.
