Titans' Lorenzo Carter Retires, Reshapes Linebacker Depth

Lorenzo Carter, a seven-year NFL veteran and former Georgia Bulldog, has retired just months after signing with the Tennessee Titans, leaving the team with a significant gap at edge rusher ahead of training camp. Carter played four seasons with the New York Giants and three with the Atlanta Falcons, totaling 278 tackles, 21.5 sacks, and five forced fumbles in 96 career games. His unexpected retirement surprised Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi and is the second straight year the team has lost a newly signed player at the start of camp. The move opens opportunities for rookies like Femi Oladejo and increases competition among linebackers James Williams and Cedric Gray. Off the field, Carter will focus on his family's farm in Georgia, where he finds fulfillment beyond football. Carter's career and local roots have made him a notable figure in Georgia sports.