Through the early stages of training camp, it appears that the Tennessee Titans' Cody Barton is a great fit in the defense.

Getting better pass coverage from the team’s linebackers was a huge need, after former Titan Kenneth Murray last year surrendered six touchdown passes — the most among NFL linebackers — and allowed an opposing quarterback rating of 131.3 when targeted, per PFF.

The Tennessee Titans are starting training camp very competitive as they prepare for the preseason. The defense is taking new shape with linebacker Cody Barton

As the Tennessee Titans continue training camp, here are The Tennessean's observations on top performers and position battles from the practice field.

The Tennessee Titans returned to Nissan Stadium for Day 4 of training camp, and here are nine takeaways from the action.

Barton has proven his worth during his six seasons in the league, which he spent with three different teams. The past three years, Barton is one of only five NFL linebackers to post more than 100 tackles each season and total five or more interceptions during that span.

The Denver Broncos made several big additions on both sides of the ball this offseason. On offense, the Broncos brought in tight end Evan Engram and running back J.K. Dobbins during free agency, and they used their second-round pick in the NFL draft to select running back RJ Harvey.

Cody Barton sniffing out a screen to Denver running back Javonte Williams helped stop the Broncos' rhythm on their final possession in Monday's game.