The Tennessee Titans announced the hiring of Dave Gardi as their executive vice president of football operations. Gardi comes from the Washington Commanders, where he spent two seasons as senior vice president of football initiatives. He replaces Chad Brinker, who resigned last month, leaving a key vacancy on the front office. The move signals a shift toward data‑driven decision making.

Gardi will oversee football administration, strategy, analytics, research, video and team operations. Unlike his predecessor, who reported to controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk, Gardi reports directly to general manager Mike Borgonzi. Centralizing authority under the GM aims to streamline communication between the coaching staff and the front office.

Borgonzi praised Gardi’s reputation, noting two decades of league‑office experience combined with club‑side insight. Gardi spent 21 years with the NFL office after a four‑year stint as a Brown quarterback and a law degree from Hofstra. His recent role with Washington involved liaison work, compliance and officiating analysis, adding a rare blend of legal and on‑field expertise.

The addition arrives as the Titans chase a playoff berth, hoping Gardi’s analytical acumen will sharpen roster construction and game‑management decisions. His deep ties to the league office could also aid the team in navigating rule changes and officiating trends. The front office now counts on Gardi to translate data into on‑field advantage.