Lorenzo Carter was slated to provide a veteran presence. Still, his decision to step away added intrigue to the ongoing competition between James Williams and Cedric Gray.

Outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter is retiring from the NFL, the Titans announced Tuesday. They will place him on the leagues' reserve/retired list. Carter signed with the Titans in the offseason.

Former University of Georgia and Atlanta Falcons linebacker Lorenzo Carter announced his plans to retire from the National Football League. The Tennessee Titans, who signed Carter this offseason, say they will place him on the league’s reserved/retired list.