Will Levis declares he belongs among the NFL's top quarterbacks despite backup role
Quarterback Will Levis, currently slated as the Titans' third-string QB, insists he ranks within the league's top 32 despite limited recent play.
Entering the 2026 preseason, Will Levis is expected to begin as the Tennessee Titans' third-string quarterback, behind Cam Ward and veteran Mitchell Trubisky. Levis has not played a competitive down since January 2025, spending the previous year on injured reserve after shoulder surgery. Despite the limited recent action, the former Kentucky star proclaimed he belongs among the league's top 32 quarterbacks and pointed to his prior starting tape as proof of his ability.
He emphasized readiness for any opportunity rather than fearing competition. Levis' career record includes a 5-16 starter tally with 21 touchdowns, 16 interceptions and 17 fumbles, and he will hit free agency at the close of the 2026 season. His confidence comes as he battles for the backup role in a depth chart that currently places him at QB3.
Why it matters
Levis' confidence highlights the challenges veteran players face when competing for roster spots after injuries.
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