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Titans Fire Three Senior Executives Amid 0-4 Start and Ongoing Organizational Turmoil
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The Firings and Immediate Context
The Tennessee Titans announced the departure of three senior business executives—senior vice president and chief revenue officer Adam Nuse, senior vice president of brand marketing Erin Swartz, and vice president of creative Charles Jensen—while the team sits at an 0-4 record in the 2026 season. The statement to local media said the moves are part of a restructuring of the business side of the organization and that the club will soon hire an executive vice president and chief business officer to oversee revenue, marketing, and communications. No specific reasons for the dismissals were provided.
Background: Recent Performance and Front-Office Turnover
The firings follow a 45-24 loss to the Atlanta Falcons and a franchise record of 6-32 since dismissing head coach Mike Vrabel after the 2023 season. Front-office instability has been a recurring theme, with former president of football operations Chad Brinker stepping down in April 2026, GM Ran Carthon fired in January 2025, and head coach Brian Callahan dismissed in October 2025.
Key Figures
- Adam Nuse – Senior vice president and chief revenue officer; involved in the vision for the new Nissan Stadium.
- Erin Swartz – Senior vice president of brand marketing; led the team’s logo, uniform, and color-scheme rebrand before the 2026 season.
- Charles Jensen – Vice president of creative; contributed to the rebrand’s visual elements.
- Burke Nihill – President and chief executive officer of the Titans.
- Amy Adams Strunk – Controlling owner, who declined comment.
Timeline of Recent Changes
- 2023 – Head coach Mike Vrabel dismissed.
- January 2024 – Chad Brinker promoted to president of football operations; Ran Carthon promoted to EVP/GM.
- January 2025 – Ran Carthon fired; Mike Borgonzi hired as GM.
- October 2025 – Head coach Brian Callahan dismissed.
- January 2026 – Robert Saleh hired as head coach.
- April 2026 – Chad Brinker steps down.
- Early October 2026 – Executives Adam Nuse, Erin Swartz, and Charles Jensen terminated.
Data and Statistics
- Current season record: 0-4.
- Recent loss margin: 45-24.
- Franchise record since 2023: 6-32.
- Combined record past two seasons: 3-18.
- New Nissan Stadium construction cost: $2.2 billion, $100 million over the original estimate.
- Owner-financed portion grew from $840 million to $940 million.
Official Statements & Responses
The organization’s statement emphasized preparation for the new stadium and the “future of Titans football,” noting that an executive vice president and chief business officer will be hired. It expressed gratitude to the departing executives. Requests for comment from Amy Adams Strunk and Burke Nihill were declined, and follow-up inquiries went unanswered.
Why It Matters
The dismissals come as the Titans approach the debut of a $2.2 billion stadium slated for the 2027 season. Revenue generation and ticket sales are critical to offset the ballooned construction costs and to achieve sellouts. The 0-4 start has already hampered fan enthusiasm, raising questions about whether the business-side restructuring can stabilize the franchise’s financial outlook. Frequent leadership changes also risk sponsor confidence and long-term brand perception.
What’s Next
- The Titans will search for an executive vice president and chief business officer.
- The new Nissan Stadium is scheduled to open for the 2027 season, with the franchise aiming for sellout crowds.
- The venue is earmarked to host Super Bowl LXIV in 2030, adding pressure to present a stable and marketable organization.