Keldric Faulk
Career Summary
Keldric Faulk is a Tennessee Titans defensive end who played three seasons at Auburn.
Tennessee traded back into the first round to select him 31st overall in 2026.
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Early Life
Faulk grew up in Highland Home, Alabama.
His late father, Russell Eric Faulk, had played football and inspired Keldric and his brother J.J. to pursue the sport.
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High School
Faulk attended Highland Home High School.
He helped the Flying Squadron reach the 2022 Class 2A state semifinals with a 13–2 record. A four-star recruit and first-team all-state senior, he also lettered in basketball.
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College Career
Faulk became a durable starter on Auburn's defensive front.
He recorded 35 tackles as a freshman in 2023 and seven sacks in 2024. His final season produced 29 tackles, five tackles for loss and two sacks; he finished with 32 consecutive starts.
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Path to the NFL
Faulk entered the NFL as the 31st selection in the 2026 draft.
The Titans moved back into round one to secure the Auburn edge defender.
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NFL Career
Faulk signed his rookie contract in May 2026.
He recorded one assisted tackle in Tennessee's opening-game loss to the New York Jets.
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Career Accomplishments
Faulk earned SEC recognition during his Auburn career.
He made the SEC All-Freshman team in 2023 and third-team All-SEC in 2025. He was a team captain in his final college season.
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Playing Style
Faulk brings size and power to the defensive edge.
Tennessee's player biography describes an athletic pass rusher capable of setting the edge against the run.
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32466, 00-0041508, 9/7/2005, Keldric Faulk, Keldric, Faulk
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