Xavier Restrepo sends 3-word message as Titans cut rookie WR despite strong chemistry with Cam Ward

Xavier Restrepo posted three words to sum up his mindset after learning he did not make the Tennessee Titans’ initial 53-man roster.

“God NEVER fails,” the rookie wide receiver wrote on X Monday evening.

Xavier Restrepo

@XavierRestrepo1

God NEVER fails.✝️❤️

Restrepo’s story carries intrigue because of his relationship with quarterback Cam Ward. The two thrived together at Miami in 2024, forming one of the best QB-WR duos in college football.

Ward often extended plays with his improvisational style and Restrepo consistently found soft spots in coverage to bail him out. Their chemistry helped fuel the Hurricanes’ rise into the nation’s highest-scoring offense.

That bond followed them to Tennessee. Ward, drafted first overall in April, lobbied for Restrepo. The Titans brought Restrepo in as an undrafted free agent.

"Whether he throws a pick or five touchdowns, we're going to be in here at 5 a.m. watching film," Restrepo said, according to Yahoo Sports"

"Every single day. We don't leave practice. We always end practice on a drill. That's a must every single day."

Xavier Restrepo faces the reality of roster math

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During training camp, Xavier Restrepo and Cam Ward's connection became a talking point among teammates and fans.

"X is kind of like Cam's shadow," Titans coach Brian Callahan said, according to Yahoo Sports. "

"They're always kind of doing stuff together. X is trying everything he can and every possible way to put himself in a position to play well and a chance to make our roster ... Cam is trying to help him do that."

Without the benefit of draft status or a special teams role to fall back on, roster hopefuls like Xavier Restrepo often face long odds

Teams typically carry six or seven wideouts, with many back-end roster spots decided by special-teams value. Restrepo, known primarily as a slot option, faced competition from veterans and other rookies who filled multiple roles.

Tennessee’s depth at receiver and Restrepo’s limited exposure on special teams narrowed his chances. By the final week of preseason, the coaching staff prioritized other players who could contribute in several phases.

Being waived does not necessarily end Restrepo’s NFL pursuit. If he clears waivers, the Titans could add him to their 16-player practice squad or another team may take interest in his track record.