Titans’ Calvin Ridley involved in unexplained airport incident amid Week 9 bye

Titans’ Calvin Ridley involved in unexplained airport incident amid Week 9 bye appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Tennessee Titans hoped for a quiet Week 9 bye , but wide receiver Calvin Ridley generated unexpected headlines away from the gridiron. Over the weekend, the veteran wideout was involved in an unexplained incident at Nashville International Airport. The Titans organization quickly acknowledged the occurrence in a brief official statement, confirming they are in contact with local airport authorities regarding the matter. “We are aware of the incident and are in communication with Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority,” the team stated. “We will not be able to comment any further at this time.” As of now, neither the team nor law enforcement has publicly revealed the exact details surrounding the situation, leaving fans and analysts guessing about what actually went down at the airport terminal. The odd off-field news adds another layer of drama to what has already been a difficult 1-7 season for Ridley and Tennessee. After signing a lucrative contract in 2024 and later restructuring his deal, the 31-year-old playmaker has struggled to establish consistency. Through seven games this year, Ridley has posted just six receptions for 91 yards. His quiet season continued in Week 8 during Tennessee’s wild 43-36 overtime loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Ridley caught just one of three targets for a modest 10 yards. With rookie pass-catcher Carnell Tate sidelined by a shoulder injury, the Titans desperately needed Ridley to step up as the primary focal point, but he remained largely non-existent in the game plan. With the NFL trade deadline quickly approaching, rumors were already circulating that several receiver-needy teams had inquired about acquiring Ridley for depth. Whether this airport incident impacts potential trade talks remains uncertain, but it adds an unwelcome distraction right when front offices are making final calls ahead of the deadline. Head coach Robert Saleh and the Titans leadership will now wait for further clarity from local authorities before determining their next steps. Related: Titans’ ideal 2027 NFL Draft targets after league-altering Jeffery Simmons trade with Bears Related: The 1 trade Titans must make in final week before 2026 NFL trade deadline after dealing Jeffery Simmons