The Tennessee Titans have released defensive tackle Jordan Elliott following reports that he went to retrieve a gun after a confrontation at the club's training facility. Titans head coach Robert Saleh told local journalists that Elliott would be absent from practice due to "personal stuff."
The defensive tackle also remained behind when Tennessee travelled to Indianapolis last Saturday and was left out of the squad for the team's shock victory over the Colts.
Team Statement on Elliott's Release
"On Thursday, October 15, there was an incident at our team facility involving Jordan Elliott. Following our review of the incident, we have made the decision to release Elliott from our roster. We will have no further comment on the matter," a statement read.
According to A to Z Sports and KPRC, Elliott became embroiled in a heated exchange with Titans teammate JC Latham during training on Thursday, October 15, following a play. The defensive tackle was subsequently ordered off the field, reports the Mirror US.
Alleged Gun Retrieval in Car Park
The situation reportedly spiralled out of control after practice, with sources claiming Elliott stormed out of the dressing room before making his way to the players' car park to allegedly fetch a firearm from his vehicle.
Titans defensive tackle John Franklin-Myers is said to have stepped in and diffused the situation before any stand-off involving the weapon could take place. It remains unclear whether Elliott retrieved the firearm or brought it back to the training facility.
Police and Coach Response
The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that no reports had been filed in connection with the incident.
However, Titans coach Robert Saleh confirmed the incident: "Unfortunately, rules are rules with regard to guns on property, and sometimes it's far greater than the knee-jerk reaction of kicking somebody when they're down," the coach said.
"He's a good man. Made a terrible, had a terrible lapse in judgment that I recognize as a call for help more than a criminal act," Saleh added. "He's never committed a crime in his entire life and he pulled a gun, in the parking lot."
