Titans' Jeffery Simmons looks forward to 'competing for championships'

The Tennessee Titans locked up their cornerstone for the long haul after coming to terms with star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons on a record-setting three-year, $105.8 million contract extension.

The defensive leader and heart and soul of the franchise was rewarded for his dominating play, and after signing his extension, he talked about his thoughts and goals with the organization.

“Tennessee has become a second home for me,” Simmons said. “From day one, this organization believed in me, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue to pour into this franchise and community. I want to thank God, my family, my teammates, Ms. Amy, and the entire Titans organization for believing in me. My job isn’t finished. I believe in this locker room and this staff, and I’m focused on helping this team get back to competing for championships.”

Simmons embodies the Titans. A four-time Pro Bowl selection, a five-time captain, and a three-time Community Man of the Year winner for the Titans, Simmons is coming off a career season. He was dominant in 2025, recording a career-high 11 sacks, along with 60 quarterback pressures, 67 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and 3 forced fumbles.

In his seven-year career, Simmons has recorded 383 tackles, 42.5 sacks, 275 quarterback pressures, and 65 tackles for a loss, as well as pulling in two touchdown passes on the field, and has proven to be a community leader off the field, being named the team’s nominee for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year award that recognizes a player for outstanding community service, as well as excellent on the field.

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