LOCALS IN THE NFL

Former Utah LB Cody Barton Agrees To Deal With Tennessee Titans

Mar 10, 2025, 7:07 PM

Former Utah football LB Cody Barton to sign with Tennessee Titans....

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 17: Cody Barton #55 of the Denver Broncos leaves the field following a game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on October 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

(Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

SALT LAKE CITY – Former Utah Football linebacker Cody Barton agreed to a deal with the Tennessee Titans, according to multiple reports.

The NFL calendar lists Wednesday 2 p.m. MT as the official start time for free agency, however, action is underway.

Currently in the league’s tampering period, a flood of deals have been brokered already but cannot be signed until Wednesday.

Cody Barton agrees to deal with Tennessee

After a phenomenal year with the Denver Broncos, Barton is headed to Tennessee on a 3-year, $21 million dollar deal.

Barton started 14 games for the Broncos this season. He notched 106 tackles for the Broncos last year (53 solo), 1.5 sacks, one fumble recovery, one forced fumble, and two interceptions.

He also scored a defensive touchdown in New Orleans back in Week 7.

The 2024 season was Barton’s third straight season north of the 100-tackle mark, albeit with three different teams.

He’s been relegated to being a one-year mercenary for the last little bit, so it’s good to see him get a little bit of security in the form of a three-year deal in Tennessee.

Local product, Cody Barton

Prior to his college and professional careers, Barton was a standout player at Brighton High School. After his prep career, the linebacker played at the University of Utah from 2015-18.

During his time with the Utes, Barton recorded 234 total tackles, 131 solo tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss, nine sacks, one interception, 11 pass breakups, one forced fumble, and three fumble recoveries in 47 games played.

Following his time at Utah, Barton was selected by the Seahawks with the No. 88 overall pick during the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. After four seasons with the Seahawks, Barton signed with the Commanders in March 2023, and then signed with the Broncos last year.

During his six seasons in the league, the former Ute has posted 458 total tackles, 260 solo tackles, 3.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, five interceptions, and one touchdown in played in 95  NFL games.

Steve Bartle is the Utah insider for KSL Sports. He hosts The Utah Blockcast (SUBSCRIBE) and appears on KSL Sports Zone to break down the Utes. You can follow him on X for the latest Utah updates and game analysis.

Take us with you, wherever you go.

Download the new & improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. You can stream live radio, video and stay up to date on all of your favorite teams.

Please follow our Community Guidelines
  • Utah Utes Scoreboard

  • Utah Utes Team Leaders

  • Utah Utes Standings

Locals In the NFL

Tyler Huntley #5 of the Baltimore Ravens toe injury...

Brian Preece

Locals in the NFL: Former Utah QB Tyler Huntley injured in Ravens’ loss to Bills

Former Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley left Baltimore’s loss to Buffalo with a toe injury, leaving his status uncertain as Lamar Jackson heads to injured reserve.

2 days ago

Jaylen Warren #30 of the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Browns...

Brian Preece

Locals in the NFL: Jaylen Warren powers Steelers past Browns into first place

Jaylen Warren topped 100 rushing yards for the fourth time this season as the Steelers beat the Browns 27-6 and took control of the AFC North.

2 days ago

Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers vs. Panthers 2026...

Brian Preece

Packers ride Jordan Love’s arm to Thursday night win over Devin Lloyd’s Panthers

Jordan Love threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns as the Green Bay Packers held off the Carolina Panthers for a 27-19 win on Thursday Night Football.

5 days ago

Jaylen Warren #30 of the Pittsburgh Steelers Week 5...

Brian Preece

Locals in the NFL: ‘He’s hot’, Jaylen Warren earns featured role in Steelers offense

Former East High standout Jaylen Warren is climbing the NFL rushing and scrimmage-yard rankings after a breakout stretch with the Steelers.

20 days ago

Caleb Lomu #74 of the New England Patriots Week 5...

Brian Preece

Locals in the NFL: Patriots could turn to rookie Caleb Lomu at left tackle against Jets

With Will Campbell expected to miss time, first-round pick Caleb Lomu may be asked to protect Drake Maye against the Jets’ pass rush.

21 days ago

Puka Nacua #12 of the Los Angeles Rams Week 5...

Brian Preece

Locals in the NFL: Puka Nacua’s career day ends in heartbreak as Rams fall to Bills in OT

Puka Nacua caught a career-high 17 passes for 138 yards and a touchdown, but the Los Angeles Rams fell to the Buffalo Bills 37-34 in overtime.

22 days ago

Sponsored Articles

Photos provided by families of featured athletes...

KSL Sports

Northern Utah Player of the Week – Week 7 – Carson Murphy

The John Watson Northern Utah High School Player of the Week is celebrating the best high school football player in Northern Utah.

Photos provided by family of featured athletes...

Salt Lake County High School Basketball Players of the Week – Week 13 – Stacia Peoples & Gavin Lowe

The Hercules Salt Lake County High School Player of the Week is celebrating the best high school basketball players in Salt Lake County.

...

Northern Utah High School Basketball Players of the Week – Week 13 – Rachel McBride & Lincoln Smith

The John Watson Northern Utah High School Player of the Week is celebrating the best high school basketball players in Northern Utah.

Photos provided by featured athletes...

Utah County High School Basketball Players of the Week – Week 13 – Janiece Sikander & Brody Thompson

The Mr. Mac Utah County High School Player of the Week is awarded each week to the top prep boy's and girl's basketball players in Utah County.

Photos provided by featured athletes...

Salt Lake County High School Basketball Players of the Week – Week 12 – Evy Roberts & Krew Eckman

The Hercules Salt Lake County High School Player of the Week is celebrating the best high school basketball players in Salt Lake County.

Photos provided by family of featured athletes...

Northern Utah High School Basketball Players of the Week – Week 12 – Fabiana Lopez, Madden Johnsen & Bracken Saunders

The John Watson Northern Utah High School Player of the Week is celebrating the best high school basketball players in Northern Utah.

Former Utah LB Cody Barton Agrees To Deal With Tennessee Titans