The Tennessee Titans announced a significant reshaping of their football operations staff, naming a new area scout and promoting a group of 17 existing employees to expanded roles.
A Fresh Face in the Scouting Department
Shepley Heard joins the organization as an area scout, bringing experience from the collegiate scouting circuit and a reputation for meticulous talent evaluation.
Leadership and Support Roles Elevated
Nicole Kesten steps into the role of Chief of Staff, Football, where she will coordinate executive initiatives and streamline communication across departments.
Lauren Antle is now Performance Dietitian, tasked with optimizing player nutrition strategies, while Cam Baker and Clay Taylor advance to Associate Athletic Trainer positions, enhancing on‑field medical support.
Mike Boni takes on Director of College Scouting, expanding the team’s reach into the draft pipeline, and Alex Kline becomes a Pro Scout, focusing on professional player assessments.
The promotions also include Kaylee Connors as Manager of Football Communications, Kieran Gilbert as Coordinator of Team Operations, and Nick Hardesty in the same coordination role, reflecting a broader investment in operational efficiency.
Additional advancements see Geo Leins and Wes Slay elevated to Area Scout and National Scout respectively, while Travis McDaniel and Kristen Van Iderstine assume managerial responsibilities within communications and player personnel.
The moves underscore the Titans’ intent to reinforce scouting depth, performance science and administrative cohesion as the franchise prepares for the upcoming season.