Tommy Smith, who succeeded the late Bud Adams as the Tennessee Titans’ CEO in 2013, announced Friday that he is stepping down.

Smith, Adam’s son-in-law, remains president of Adams Resources and Energy, Inc., and said he will focus his energy on that company while letting a more dedicated person lead the Titans.

“While I dearly love the Titans and am proud of my active role with the franchise over many decades, I can’t serve two big roles as effectively as I had hoped,” said Smith, who took over after Adams died in October 2013. “My family, my long-term personal health and the ability to make sound daily decisions for two fine companies all came into play.”

Smith added, “We have made some moves within the Titans organization, both on and off the field, that I believe will bring some very positive immediate results. There is a side of me that wishes I could continue to be heavily involved, but I will remain an avid Titans fan while leaving those decisions in the hands of professionals who are fully focused.”

Steve Underwood, who was senior executive vice president for six years before retiring in 2011, will return to run the team and oversee the search for a new president.

The Titans are coming off a 2-14 season — their sixth straight season out of the playoffs — and have the No. 2 pick in the draft.