Report: Titans to hire Ravens' Wilson as next DC

The Tennessee Titans will hire Baltimore Ravens defensive backs coach Dennard Wilson as their next defensive coordinator, sources told Dan Graziano and Turron Davenport of ESPN.

Wilson was the Philadelphia Eagles' defensive backs coach for two seasons before landing with Baltimore in 2023. He was also the defensive backs coach for the New York Jets and the Los Angeles Rams. Titans general manager Ran Carthon was the director of player personnel during Wilson's time with the Rams.

The 41-year-old also drew interest from the Green Bay Packers, New York Giants, and Los Angeles Rams for their defensive coordinator positions.

Wilson played a crucial role in Baltimore's stellar defense this season. The club ranked sixth in passing yards allowed per game while dealing with injuries to star cornerback Marlon Humphrey and safety Marcus Williams.

The Titans hired head coach Brian Callahan after moving on from Mike Vrabel. Wilson is the first coordinator Callahan has hired since taking the job.

Wilson is now the second key defensive coach to leave Baltimore after defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald accepted the Seattle Seahawks' head coaching job Wednesday. The Ravens have also lost director of player personnel Joe Hortiz, who took the Los Angeles Chargers' general manager position.