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Carnell Tate

Carnell Tate is an American football wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Carnell Tate is an American football wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes, where he won a national championship before being selected fourth overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Early life and high school

Carnell Tate grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Marist School and IMG Academy before beginning his college football career at Ohio State.

College career

Tate played three seasons for the Ohio State Buckeyes and finished his college career with 121 receptions for 1,872 yards and 14 touchdowns. He helped Ohio State win the 2024 national championship and was recognized for his production and route running.

Professional career

Tate entered the 2026 NFL Draft after his junior season and was selected fourth overall by the Tennessee Titans. He joined the Titans as a rookie wide receiver in 2026.

Playing style

Scouting and team profiles describe Tate as a route runner with strong body control, a large catch radius, and downfield receiving ability.

Key facts

  • Carnell Tate is a wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans, drafted fourth overall in 2026.
  • He played college football at Ohio State from 2023 to 2025.
  • Tate was part of Ohio State's 2024 national championship team.
  • He finished his college career with 121 receptions, 1,872 yards, and 14 touchdowns.
  • Tate wears jersey number 14 for the Titans.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Carnell Tate?
Carnell Tate is an American football wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL.
What college did Carnell Tate attend?
He played college football for Ohio State University.
When was Carnell Tate drafted?
He was selected fourth overall in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans.
What position does Carnell Tate play?
He plays wide receiver.
Did Carnell Tate win a national championship?
Yes. He was part of Ohio State's 2024 national championship team.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnell_Tate
    Supports: Birth date, college career, and 2026 NFL Draft selection.
  2. Ohio State Buckeyes — https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/football/roster/carnell-tate/12317
    Supports: College position, hometown, height, weight, and Ohio State career notes.
  3. Tennessee Titans — https://www.tennesseetitans.com/team/players-roster/carnell-tate/
    Supports: Current NFL team, draft position, jersey number, measurables, and college statistics.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4871023/carnell-tate
    Supports: NFL team, position, birthdate, college, draft information, and status.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4871023/carnell-tate
    Supports: College team, position, class, and birthplace.