Titans Waive Xavier Restrepo, Future Likely on Practice Squad
The Tennessee Titans have made a tough call as they head into the regular season, and it involves one of the more intriguing storylines from their offseason. Wide receiver Xavier Restrepo, a former Miami Hurricanes standout and the college teammate of rookie quarterback Cam Ward, has been waived by the team.
Now, before jumping to conclusions, it’s important to note that this move doesn’t necessarily spell the end of Restrepo’s time in Tennessee. According to reports, the expectation is that he could land on the Titans’ practice squad if he clears waivers. That means his connection with Cam Ward—one of the big reasons he was brought in to begin with—may not be completely lost.
When Restrepo signed with Tennessee as an undrafted free agent, the move immediately drew attention. He wasn’t just any rookie wideout; he was the go-to target for Cam Ward during their time together at Miami, and their chemistry was undeniable. During OTAs, flashes of that connection were seen again as Ward repeatedly found Restrepo in tight windows, raising the possibility that this duo could carry their success from college straight into the NFL.
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But the preseason painted a different picture. Restrepo was buried on the depth chart behind veterans and high-profile rookies. With established names like Calvin Ridley, Tyler Lockett, and Van Jefferson locking up roster spots, plus the emergence of Bryce Oliver and rookie draft picks Chimere Dike and Elic Ayomanor, the room became crowded fast. Restrepo was left fighting for the last available spot, and the numbers game didn’t work in his favor.
On the field, his preseason performance was modest at best. Over three games, he finished with just three receptions for 26 yards and didn’t see any targets in the red zone. He wasn’t given a real opportunity on special teams either, which is often a path for fringe receivers to carve out a roster role. By the time cutdown day rolled around, it was clear he hadn’t separated himself enough from other roster-bubble players.
Still, his work ethic hasn’t gone unnoticed. Reports surfaced of Restrepo and Ward arriving at the facility early to study film together, hoping to translate their bond into something meaningful for Tennessee’s offense. That dedication could prove valuable if the Titans choose to keep him around on the practice squad, where he can continue developing and maintain that chemistry with Ward.
In the end, this move was less about Restrepo’s talent and more about circumstances. The Titans’ wide receiver group is stacked, and someone had to be left out. For now, Restrepo’s NFL journey will likely continue on the practice squad, where he’ll wait for his next opportunity. If the Titans need depth later this season, or if another team comes calling, his name could resurface quickly.
For now, Xavier Restrepo’s story in Tennessee isn’t over—it’s just on pause.
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