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The Hot Read Podcast

440 Media, LLC
Tennessee Titans
Will Levis
NFL
NFL Draft
Cam Ward
Brian Callahan
Deandre Hopkins
AFC South
Offensive Line
Senior Bowl
NFL Combine
Training Camp
Green Bay Packers
Indianapolis Colts
Harold Landry
Jamal Adams
New York Jets
Chicago Bears
Calvin Ridley
Cedric Gray

Host Braden Gall and James Foster break down the Tennessee Titans. We talk NFL Draft and study the film.

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Latest Episodes

What were the Jaguars doing? Did the Colts actually have the best draft in the AFC South? How did the Texans address need? And how do the Titans draft picks compare? We dive deep into the entire AFC South draft results.

James Foster and Braden Gall ... more

AUDIO NOTE: We apologize for technical difficulties with Braden's mic, James was fine, though!

We take a deep film dive into the four big Titans free agents. Can Wandale Robinson change the offense? Can John Franklin-Myers dominate next to Big Jeff?... more

Who will be the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft in 2027? There are four names above the rest: Jeremiah Smith, Leonard Moore, Dylan Stewart and Arch Manning? What about offensive tackles? Is Cam Coleman or Collin Simmons a top 5 pick? Plus, we look at who... more

Arvell Reese over Carnell Tate? Colton Hood, Denzel Boston, R Mason Thomas versus Kendrick Faulk? We grade every pick of the Tennessee Titans draft, redraft each position and talk through what we want to see from Tate, Faulk, Anthony Hill, Nick Singl... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Herndon
Titans writer and film/analysis contributor
paulkarski.com
Episode: Mike Herndon: Long-term future of the Titans
Drew Beatty
Iron City Film on Twitter
Iron City Film
Episode: Kalel Mullings' upside, the offensive line and more Cam Ward
Sean McEvoy
Quarterbacks coach and founder of QB Takeover, trained notable QBs including Jalen Hurts and Malik Willis.
QB Takeover
Episode: Which Quarterback Makes The Most Sense For The Tennessee Titans In The 2025 NFL Draft? (w/Sean McEvoy)
Easton Freese
Former host of The Hot Read Podcast and new dad
Episode: SENIOR BOWL RECAP: What The Titans Could Do At The 1.01 and Who They May Target From Mobile Alabama
Danny Kelly
Director of Fantasy Football at The Ringer
The Ringer
Episode: Can Titans Be The Biggest Fantasy Suprise In 2024? (With Danny Kelly)
Austin Huff
Historian of the Arena Football League and co-host of the Titan Up Pod
AFC Sports Network
Episode: The Nashville Summer Special: Talking Titans and Preds (w/ Austin Huff)

Hosts

Braden Gall
Host of The Hot Read Podcast; long‑running Titans analysis with a focus on film study and roster strategy.
James Foster
Co-host and draft analyst; contributes film insight and strategic Titans discussion.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Quality Titans Podcast

    Likeable hosts, quality content, with reasoned and well thought out takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dusty bnett
    United States2 years ago
  • Tell me you don’t watch football, without telling me.

    Watch film.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SeanTaylor26
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantasy league

    Long time listener of the show - interested in joining the fantasy league if there’s room! Too cheap to be verified for Twitter so can’t DM so I thought the next best thing is to leave a review. @Certimlee

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Certimlee
    United States3 years ago
  • Off-season suggestion?

    Hey guys - thanks for making a dry off-season less dry. I have a suggestion for an episode (or series?) for content while we football nerds have to go into our July hibernation.

    Have you considered doing something akin to an AFC south roundup review? I want to convince myself that I don’t have homer blinders on because I just can’t believe the jaguars are “that” far ahead of the titans according to media pundits. Maybe a ranking of position groups in the AFC south? Perhaps not the group but ju... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Certimlee
    United States3 years ago
  • Love This Show

    JT is so sexy I love him and want to be with him forever. Also the show is cool.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nickparadies
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise balanced, non-hyperbolic takes and strong film analysis.
Many reviews note the hosts' professionalism and clear communication, with some requests for deeper Xs and Os discussion.
Fans enjoy the sponsor reads and local Nashville flavor as a distinctive plus.
Audience highlights the show's usefulness for understanding Titans decisions and draft strategy.

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#197
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mike Herndon: Long-term future of the Titans
Q: What do you need to see from Callahan to believe in his long-term plan?
I'd want to see clear progression in the offense, with points on the board rising to a consistent level and the team showing better quarter-to-quarter adjustments, not just flashes.
Trying To Make Sense of The Tennessee Titans FIRING GM Ran Carthon
Q: What does this mean for the team's direction going forward?
The decision to fire Ran Carthon begs the question of how the Titans will rebuild under a new general manager while retaining their current head coach, Brian Callahan.
Which Tennessee Titans Should Stay or Go this 2025 Offseason? Questions to Answer At The NFL Combine
Q: What are your thoughts on the upcoming free agency class and the potential for significant changes to the Titans roster?
While there are important needs for the team, the upcoming free agency class doesn't have many impactful options, and the Titans must see what they can save by cutting specific players like Kenneth Murray and Harold Landry.
Which Tennessee Titans Should Stay or Go this 2025 Offseason? Questions to Answer At The NFL Combine
Q: Do you think the NFL is intentionally scheduling events to create complexity for Titans media?
Yes, they think they can pull a fast one on the Tennessee Titans media, leading to a spicy situation at the Combine.
The Top WR Targets For The Tennessee Titans In The 2025 NFL Draft
Q: Are you taking Luther Burden if he’s available at 35?
Drew indicates he would take Burden if he is available at 35, depending on the board.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hot Read Podcast

What is The Hot Read Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program delivers in-depth Tennessee Titans analysis with a film-study bent, frequently pairing tape-based breakdowns of players and schemes with practical implications for roster-building and the draft. Episodes often blend detailed scouting observations, strategy discussions, and local Nashville sponsor plug reads, creating a compact, data-driven conversation that balances technical insight with accessible banter. Listeners tend to appreciate measured takes, clarity on how personnel moves fit into broader team plans, and a community feel fostered by sponsor and event mentions. A notable strength is the duo's ability to translate complex tape and draft concepts into actionable takeaways for fans and professionals alike, while keeping t... more

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2. Drew Beatty
3. Sean McEvoy
4. Easton Freese
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