Borgonzi worked for the Kansas City Chiefs in various roles from 2009 through 2024 before taking over as general manager of the Titans. In that time he watched Patrick Mahomes grow into a future Hall of Famer. He said he saw some similar traits in Ward.

The 23-year-old, a native of Camdenton, finished his final season at SEMO with 4,073 passing yards and 33 touchdowns, both of which led the Ohio Valley Conference. His 6-5, 230 pound frame could also play a factor in how willing the Chiefs are to give him a chance.

Tennessee Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi would not name No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward the starting QB on Monday. He also said the team wasn't trying to trade QB Will Levis during the draft.