October 13, 2025 – NFL News Desk
One of the most anticipated moments of Week 7 in the NFL will come this Sunday, when former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel makes his return to Nashville — this time, on the opposing sideline. 👀
Vrabel, who led the Titans from 2018 to 2023, returns to Nissan Stadium for the first time since his departure, a move that shocked many around the league. Now coaching elsewhere (and thriving in a new environment), his return is expected to stir plenty of emotion among players, fans, and the organization he helped shape for six seasons.
Under Vrabel’s leadership, the Titans transformed from a middling franchise into a physical, playoff-caliber team known for its toughness and grit. He guided Tennessee to multiple postseason appearances, including an AFC Championship Game berth in 2019, and left behind a legacy of discipline and defensive excellence.
“Tennessee was — and always will be — a special place for me,” Vrabel said earlier this week. “I built a lot of relationships there, and I’ve got a ton of respect for the players, coaches, and fans. But come Sunday, it’s business.”
While Vrabel’s exit wasn’t without controversy, many Titans fans still hold him in high regard for restoring the franchise’s competitive spirit. Expect the home crowd to show a mix of respect and intensity when he steps back onto the field — especially with his new team looking to make a statement against his old one.
For the Titans, who are still finding their footing under new leadership following a rough start to the 2025 season, this matchup carries extra weight. Beating their former coach would offer a morale boost, while a loss would add another layer of frustration to an already turbulent year.
No matter the outcome, all eyes will be on Vrabel this Sunday — a familiar face returning to familiar turf, bringing with him both nostalgia and a fierce competitive fire.
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