The NFL trade deadline has come and gone, and Tony Pollard remains with the Tennessee Titans. The organization had stated in recent weeks that they had no intention of dealing the star running back away. However, rumors suggest two teams came calling anyway before being shut down: The Denver Broncos and the New York Giants.
While some question why the Titans would not trade away a 29-year-old running back on an expiring contract during a lost season, the franchise has its reasons. Rumors are that the club wanted to maintain having Pollard on the roster to continue helping with the development of quarterback Cam Ward, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. It appears Tennessee prioritized the second-year signal-caller's development over more future draft capital.
“Sources: The Broncos and Giants were among the teams interested in trading for Titans RB Tony Pollard,” Schultz reported. “But Tennessee was adamant for weeks that they were unlikely to move him, as he’s been vital to the locker room and the continued development of Cam Ward.”
This story is currently developing, and more information will be available soon.