Ex Steelers player disappoints Titans after poor first five games of the season, owner calls him a 'bad deal'
Nashville, TN — October 11, 2025, 02:45 PM CDT — The Tennessee Titans are regretting their offseason investment in former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Dan Moore Jr., with owner Amy Adams Strunk publicly slamming the signing as a "bad trade" amid the team's dismal 1-4 start. Moore's underwhelming performance has fueled frustration in Nashville, where the Titans' offensive line has crumbled under pressure.
Moore, who signed a four-year, $82 million extension with Tennessee in March 2025 after leaving Pittsburgh, was expected to anchor the left tackle position. However, through five games, he has surrendered four sacks, committed three penalties, and earned a dismal PFF grade of 60—barely above average for a starter. Compared to his Steelers tenure, where he was a reliable depth piece, Moore appears a shell of his former self, contributing to the Titans' league-worst 3.2 yards per carry average.
Strunk, addressing reporters after Thursday's practice, didn’t mince words: “Signing Dan was a bad trade for us. We paid for a cornerstone, but got a liability. He’s not protecting our quarterback, and it’s costing us games. We’ll evaluate everything this bye week—no sacred cows.”
The remarks echo growing discontent within the organization. Titans head coach Brian Callahan has benched Moore for portions of recent games, turning to undrafted free agent Caleb Jones with mixed results. Moore's deal, with $50 million guaranteed, locks Tennessee into the commitment through 2028, exacerbating cap woes as the team sits last in the AFC South.
In Pittsburgh, the move validated the Steelers' decision not to re-sign Moore, opting instead for Broderick Jones (despite inconsistencies) and Troy Fautanu. Steelers fans on X celebrated: “Glad we dodged that bullet—Moore’s a bust in Nashville!”
For the Titans (1-4), the bye week offers a chance to reassess, but Strunk’s blunt assessment signals urgency. As Moore fights to reclaim his form, the "bad trade" label hangs heavy, threatening his future in Tennessee.
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