Robert Saleh Gives Return Dates for Fernando Carmona, Jackson Slater

The Tennessee Titans lost more than just the game against the New York Giants in Week 3. 

On one of the first plays from scrimmage on offense, the Titans had right guard Fernando Carmona go down with a significant injury. His teammates couldn't contain their reactions, and you could tell it was serious. 

Jackson Slater stepped in for Carmona and did a good job of holding his own. Unfortunately, it was revealed after the game that Slater had sustained a serious foot injury. 

Both players would be placed on injured reserve after the game and have been out for the last few weeks. Carmona has an ankle sprain, and Slater has been recovering from his foot injury. 

The Titans elevated Garrett Dellinger and Michael Carter to the active roster from the practice squad, with both players heading to IR. 

It was sad to see Carmona go down with that injury after what a nice surprise he was in the offseason. He was drafted in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft out of Arkansas and no one expected him to start right away. 

He won the starting right guard job over Cordell Volson in the preseason and didn't let go. 

Luckily, it sounds like we are nearing a return for both Carmona and Slater. Head coach Robert Saleh revealed that he was hopeful to get Carmona back in Week 11, while Slater needs a couple more weeks at Wednesday's press conference. 

"To answer your question from the other day, Paul," Saleh said. "With regards to Carmona, hoping to get him back next week. Jackson Slater, still a couple weeks away." 

The good news about these injuries on the offensive line is that the Titans have gotten reliable play out of the position despite it. 

Cam Ward has only been sacked 13 times, which is the sixth-fewest amount in the NFL. The Titans are still dealing with injuries on the offensive line entering Week 10. 

J.C. Latham and Peter Skoronski left the Cincinnati Bengals game with injuries. Latham is dealing with a finger issue, while Skoronski has a hamstring injury. 

Saleh did mention that Latham should be good to go, which is a relief. He has quietly been one of the Titans' best offensive linemen this season, behind Skoronski. 

It seems we'll have to wait until the final injury report on Friday to see about the status of Skoronski for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. 

The Titans have another losing streak in the division following them into this game. The last time they beat the Jaguars was in the 2023 regular-season finale. The Titans have gone 0-4 against the Jaguars ever since. 

Just like with the Indianapolis Colts, we'll see if the Titans can end another losing streak to a divisional foe on Sunday.