Former NFL OL Has Strong Thoughts on Titans Coach Bill Callahan: “He is the GOAT”
In the world of professional football, few names in coaching circles command the kind of respect and admiration that Bill Callahan does. The Tennessee Titans’ new offensive line coach has received one of the highest praises possible—from a former NFL offensive lineman who didn’t hold back his opinion. In a recent interview, the former lineman referred to Callahan as “the GOAT”—the Greatest of All Time—when it comes to offensive line coaching.
The high praise came from former Pro Bowl offensive lineman Richie Incognito, who played under Callahan during his career. Incognito, known for his fiery personality and intense play, is not one to throw around compliments lightly. “Bill Callahan is the GOAT,” he said. “I’ve been around a lot of coaches in my time, but no one teaches the game the way he does. No one develops players like he does.”
Callahan joined the Titans this offseason as part of Brian Callahan’s staff—his son—after previously serving as the offensive line coach for the Cleveland Browns. His arrival was seen as a major win for Tennessee, especially as the franchise looks to rebuild its offensive line following a disappointing 2024 season. The elder Callahan brings with him not just decades of NFL experience, but a long history of maximizing talent and developing young linemen into All-Pro caliber players.
Incognito highlighted Callahan’s meticulous attention to detail, innovative blocking schemes, and relentless commitment to fundamentals as the reasons for his success. “Every day with Coach Callahan is like a masterclass. He doesn’t just tell you what to do—he shows you, drills it into you, and then helps you apply it in real time. He’s obsessed with perfect technique, and it rubs off on you.”
Around the league, Callahan’s track record speaks for itself. From his days as head coach of the Oakland Raiders—whom he led to a Super Bowl appearance—to his more recent work building elite offensive lines in Dallas and Cleveland, his reputation continues to soar. Under his guidance, linemen such as Joe Thomas, Zack Martin, and Joel Bitonio have blossomed into perennial All-Pro selections.
For the Titans, who allowed 64 sacks in 2024—the most in the NFL—the addition of Callahan is a strategic shift. The hope is that his presence will not only stabilize the line but set a new tone for physicality and discipline in the trenches.
“He changes cultures,” Incognito added. “It’s not just about blocking better. It’s about mindset. He makes you tougher, smarter, and more confident.”
As training camp approaches, all eyes in Tennessee will be on the offensive line unit. And with Bill Callahan now in charge, fans and players alike have reason to believe that help—and transformation—is on the way. If he truly is the GOAT, as many in the game now believe, the Titans may have made their most important offseason move yet.
