Welcome to Music City Miracles’ Tennessee Titans 2025 NFL Free Agency Primer! The negotiating window period begins on March 9th, but the Titans are able to re-sign their own free agents before then. General manager Mike Borgonzi is equipped with more than $100 million in cap space and will collaborate with new head coach Robert Saleh on their shared vision for the 2026 Titans.
The Titans are currently scheduled to possess 29 free agents (19 unrestricted), including several key starters and role players. Over the next few weeks, we’ll take an in-depth look at each free agent and provide arguments for why the Titans should, or shouldn’t re-sign that player. We’ll also offer our final verdict and a prediction to go along with our analysis.
Today, we’re analyzing EDGE Arden Key.
Why the Titans should re-sign Key
Key has been a productive pass rusher for the Titans, compiling 16.5 sacks throughout his reasonable three-year contract. Key is the most proven and seasoned member of the edge-rushing unit. Retaining him would mean continuity for a defense undergoing change this offseason.
Why the Titans should let Key walk
Key failed to meet expectations and also ruffled feathers throughout 2025 via various comments. He is an inconsistent pass rusher who disappears for large stretches. Saleh and the Titans should aim significantly higher as they attempt to improve the pass rush.
Projected Contract
Spotrac has Key projected to sign a two-year, $13.3 million contract in free agency. That would pay the former LSU standout $6.7 million per campaign. That sounds roughly accurate, given Key’s sack production has been similar to what it was when he signed a $7 million per deal with the Titans three offseasons ago.
Final verdict
The Titans should not possess interest in re-signing Key. Borgonzi is expected to invest heavily at EDGE, both via free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. Key was an ineffective member of a disappointing pass rush.
Prediction
Key signs elsewhere.