The joke lies in the earnestness with which new Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh delivered what one of his first moves was after joining the team. His demeanor, instead of his words, is likely what Indianapolis Colts fans are having a bit of a laugh about. Maybe Saleh's approach will work.
Either way, after a clip surfaced on social media about Saleh speaking of the change, which was to remove all seed oils from Titans facilities, ESPN's Colts reporter Stephen Holder answered by saying, "Super Bowl incoming," which was followed by a laugh emoji.
Well, exactly. Saleh was just being honest, obviously, and good for him for doing so, but specifically saying "seed oils" was the move is a hoot. He could have said something about the roster or an approach to practice to help rebuild the team's culture. Instead, he spoke about food.
Indianapolis Colts' AFC South rival, the Tennessee Titans, won't be eating seed oils anymore
He also didn't stop at simply the seed oil issue. He continued by saying he had been in "six different buildings," meaning with six different franchises, and the food the Nashville NFL football organization produced was the best. Maybe it was Saleh who was simply having a bit of fun.
According to Johns Hopkins University and doctor Matti Marklund, "There is abundant evidence suggesting that seed oils are not bad for you. If anything, they are good for you."
Super Bowl incoming 😂 https://t.co/HRBk1UeKus
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) May 22, 2026
This isn't to argue with Saleh's opinion of nutrition, but only to point out that he made a specific decision to change that that seemingly didn't need to change. He offered that the "variety" of food at Titans' facilities was excellent, though that variety could include seed oils, except for the fact that Robert Saleh appears to have a vendetta against them.
(Also of note, this article isn't being brought to you by the seed oil industry. Though if they want to give us a bit of money, that's fine.)
What should also be clear, while Indianapolis Colts fans are laughing about Saleh's statement, is that the Titans likely are going to get better under the new coach. He has earned a respected approach to how to play defense in the NFL, and his previous head coaching experience with the New York Jets should help him in his new gig.
Tennessee also has a good young quarterback in the person of Cam Ward, and with Saleh directing the defense, the Titans could go from 3-14 in 2025 to six or more wins in 2026. Indy has had its way with the Titans in recent seasons, so let's hope that doesn't change now that the team isn't eating any seed oils.
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