Titans Release Veteran Center Ben Jones

Offensive line overhaul continues as 11-year pro fails physical

Apr. 20, 2026 at 2:27am

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The Tennessee Titans have released 11-year veteran center Ben Jones, a year after signing him to a two-year contract extension. Jones started 108 games for the Titans but was limited to 12 starts in 2022 due to injuries, including two concussions. The move frees up $3.7 million in salary cap space for the Titans, who are in the midst of renovating their offensive line.

Why it matters

The Titans are undergoing a significant overhaul of their offensive line, having already released three-time Pro Bowl left tackle Taylor Lewan in February. Jones was a key piece of the Titans' offensive line that helped the team turn around its fortunes, but his recent injury history and the team's desire to reshape the unit led to his release.

The details

Jones, who turns 34 in July, was originally drafted by the Houston Texans in 2012 and spent the last 11 seasons with the Titans. He started every game he played for Tennessee, but was limited to 12 starts in 2022 after suffering two concussions. The Titans also signed five-time Pro Bowl long snapper Morgan Cox to an extension.

  • Jones was released by the Titans on April 20, 2026.
  • Jones signed a two-year contract extension with the Titans in 2025.

The players

Ben Jones

An 11-year veteran center who started 108 games for the Titans over his career.

Mike Vrabel

The head coach of the Tennessee Titans, who praised Jones' toughness and leadership.

Derrick Henry

The Titans' star running back, who made the Pro Bowl with Jones blocking for him.

Taylor Lewan

The Titans' three-time Pro Bowl left tackle, who was released by the team in February 2026.

Morgan Cox

A five-time Pro Bowl long snapper who signed an extension with the Titans.

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What they’re saying

“He was a great teammate; his toughness was off the charts, and he had a leadership quality that was earned through the relationships he built and the dedication to the game he showed to his teammates.”

— Mike Vrabel, Titans Head Coach

What’s next

The Titans will continue to reshape their offensive line in the offseason, with the release of Ben Jones freeing up additional salary cap space to address other needs on the roster.

The takeaway

The Titans' decision to release veteran center Ben Jones is part of a larger overhaul of their offensive line, as the team looks to rebuild and retool the unit after a disappointing 2022 season. The move frees up cap space but also signals the end of an era for a player who was a key part of the Titans' turnaround in recent years.