Nashville, October 21, 2025
News Summary
The Tennessee Titans hosted community engagement events in local high schools and healthcare facilities, featuring activities for Crucial Catch Week. Former player Delanie Walker served as guest captain at Nolensville High School and Clarksville Academy. The Titans also participated in various activities, including delivering HOPE Kits to breast cancer patients and promoting healthy habits among elementary school students. The team’s ongoing commitment to the community was evident through collaborations with healthcare providers and environmental projects aimed at restoring local habitats.
Nashville
The Tennessee Titans held a series of community engagement events across local high schools and healthcare facilities, marking an exciting Fireball Fridays Game of the Week presented by Whataburger on October 17, 2025, at Nolensville High School. The event featured former Titans player Delanie Walker as a guest captain, who supported the athletes from the sidelines.
In celebration of Crucial Catch Week, the Titans visited Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown to express gratitude to the dedicated healthcare professionals. Team members distributed Titans merchandise, as well as complimentary coffee from 8th & Roast and pastries for the staff, which were assisted by the Titans Cheerleaders and the mascot T-Rac.
As part of their commitment to community health, the Titans packaged 200 National Breast Cancer Foundation HOPE Kits for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment. Additionally, they participated in an evening of Art Therapy at the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, aimed at supporting patients and their caregivers during challenging times.
Fireball Fridays was also celebrated at Clarksville Academy, where Walker again served as a guest captain, further extending the engagement across high schools. Titans defensive backs Roger McCreary, Marcus Harris, and Kendell Brooks joined young fans from HopeKids Middle Tennessee in various activities to kick off Crucial Catch Week.
On the same day, Lebanon High School hosted Titans players Tyjae Spears and Dorian Mausi as guest captains for their Fireball Friday event. The Titans collaborated with the Cumberland River Compact for a service project aimed at restoring a local creek, which serves to improve water quality and support wildlife habitats.
The Titans also engaged nearly 100 high school athletes during a record-setting girls flag field day held at Nissan Stadium. Players Lloyd Cushenberry and John Ojukwu took part in special activities at Inglewood Elementary School, where they interacted with kindergarten students to promote healthy habits.
Blackman High School saw its own Fireball Fridays event, with player L’Jarius Sneed serving as the guest captain. Furthermore, the Titans treated children from Backfield in Motion to a day at the Nashville Zoo, featuring unique animal meet-and-greet experiences. Titans defensive tackle Shy Tuttle also visited a third-grade class at Granbery Elementary School, where he challenged students in a fun game titled “Are You Smarter Than A 3rd Grader.”
The Titans’ ongoing partnership with Whataburger highlights their commitment to recognizing local high schools for excellence in athletics throughout the season.
FAQ
What was the purpose of the Tennessee Titans’ Fireball Fridays events?
The Tennessee Titans held a series of community engagement events across local high schools and healthcare facilities, celebrating Fireball Fridays and participating in activities for Crucial Catch Week.
Who served as the guest captain during the Fireball Fridays events?
Former Titans player Delanie Walker served as a guest captain during the Fireball Fridays events at Nolensville High School and Clarksville Academy.
What activities did the Titans engage in during Crucial Catch Week?
The Titans visited healthcare facilities, packaged HOPE Kits for breast cancer patients, participated in Art Therapy with patients, and organized activities with children from HopeKids Middle Tennessee.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Fireball Fridays | Community engagement events highlighting local high schools. |
| Former Players Involvement | Delanie Walker as guest captain and mentoring role. |
| Crucial Catch Week Activities | Support for breast cancer patients and partnerships with healthcare. |
| Educational Engagement | Activities in schools to promote healthy habits among students. |
| Environmental Commitments | Collaboration with Cumberland River Compact for restoration projects. |
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