By BLAKE BEDDINGFIELD, special correspondent

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Titans came into the draft looking for interior pass rush, outside pass rush and interior offensive lineman, and an upgrade at wide receiver.

Other positions that needed to be filled were starting nose tackle, future starting tight end, backup Inside linebacker, backup safety and running back.

1st Round: Pick 19:  DT—Jeffery Simmons 6’4 304----No Timing/injured

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(Photo courtesy Mississippi State athletics.)

Good size, frame, length. Off the field issue is a concern. ACL injury is a concern. But talent is real, production as a rusher,

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