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A weekly look at the Tennessee Titans. A review of the games played, a preview of the upcoming games, and a look at off the field happenings.
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Take On The Titans news items:
Emails
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Ex-Titans
news
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Former Titans Reed Kyle Diehl was sentenced to 57 months in
prison for a Ponzi scheme
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Steve McNair's widow allowed to sell off his half of the
restaurant
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Girl that was thought to be Steve McNair's daughter is not after
a DNA test
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Albert Haynesworth has an ankle injury and is questionable in
his next game
Player
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Chris Johnson and Michael Roos were named to the Pro Football
Weekly's Mid-Season All-Pro Team select by PFW editors
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LB Keith Bullock on take a player to school day
Non-Player
News
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Titans
owner Bud Adams and his "bird calls"
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Titans
began adding new sod to LP field on Monday November 16th.
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Titans
November 29th game with Arizona moved to 3:15 pm
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TNA
Event raised $130,000 for Boys and Girls Club through Kyle Vanden Bosch
Upcoming
Schedule
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Monday,
November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at Texans
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Sunday,
November 29, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT vs Cardinals
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Sunday,
December 6, 2009, noon CDT at Colts
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Sunday,
December 13, 2009, noon CDT vs Rams
Stupid
Questions of the Week
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What
coach will be fired next after facing the Titans?
Titans
vs Bills
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close
game in the 1st half
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Michael
Griffin bit hard on trick play for Bills 1st TD
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Bills
CB Byrd had another interception; VY's 1st since being named starter
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VY
still not as accurate as he should be
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end to the 1st half
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CJ
proved he has the speed, but also proved he can bounce off a tackle and keep
going
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Defensive
Backs at the end of the game were really impressive
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Offensive
Player of the Game:
o Michael - Chris Johnson (26 - 132
yds - 2 TDs; 9 catches - 100 yds)
o Lindsey - Chris Johnson
o Eric - Chris Johnson
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Defensive
Player of the Game:
o Michael - Rod Hood
o Lindsey - Rod Hood (3 tackles; 1
INT; 1 TD) or Keith Bullock (12 tackles)
o Eric - Keith Bullock
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Bills
fire Dick Jauron after the game
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Predictions:
o Titans 27 Bills 13 - Lindsey
o Titans 30 Bills 6 - Michael
o Titans 27 Bills 13 - Eric
o Titans 41 Bills 17 - Actual
Titans
@ Texans
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VY
returns home again
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Cortland
Finnegan vs Andre Johnson
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the DB's bite on the play-action?
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Titans
are 5-2 at Houston
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Owen
Daniels is out
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Mario
Williams has a bum shoulder
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Texans
RB's have fumblitis
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Lindsey's
prediction - Andre Johnson will be held under 100 yards receiving
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Keys
to the Offense
o Michael - No turnovers! Keep CJ
running
o Eric - Vince Young can't let the
crowd get to him; get CJ the ball!; keep Texans offense off the field
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Keys
to the Defense
o Michael - Stop the Schaub to
Johnson connection!!!
o Eric - Pressure Shaub; keep Andre
Johnson from getting deep
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Predictions:
o Titans 31 Texans 27 - Michael
o Titans 30 Texans 16 - Lindsey
o Titans 20 Texans 27 - Eric
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Player Newsmore and more talk of CJ getting the MVPJustin Gage has multiple broken bones in his back
Non-Player Newsnone
Upcoming ScheduleSunday, November 15, 2009, noon CDT vs BillsMonday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at TexansSunday, November 29, 2009, noon CDT vs CardinalsSunday, December 6, 2009, noon CDT at Colts
Titans vs BillsTitans have won 5 of the last 6 meetingsThe Bills are 14-6 coming off of a byeBills rank 2nd in the league with 15 interceptionsTO claims he is fit enough to play; has he given up on this season?Key Matchup - CB Cortland Finnegan vs WR Terrell Owens/RB Chris Johnson vs Bills Run DefenseLook for CJ to run to the left side; starting DT Williams is out and DE Schobel has a groin injury and is questionableInjuries - TitansWR Justin Gage (Back) - OUTCB Nick Harper (Forearm) - QuestionableDE Jevon Kearse (Knee) - QuestionableT Mike Otto (Knee) - QuestionableRB Javon Riinger (Back) - QuestionableT David Stewart (Hamstring) - QuestionableLB David Thornton (Hip) - QuestionableCB Cortland Finnegan (Hamstring) - ProbableDE William Hayes (Groin) - ProbableRB LenDale White (Illness) - Probable
Injuries - BillsLB Keith Ellison (Thigh) - OUTCB Terrence McGee (Knee) - OUTDT Kyle Williams (Knee) - OUTT Jamon Meredith (Knee) - QuestionableWR Terrell Owens (Hip) - QuestionableWR Roscoe Parrish (Knee) - QuestionableDE Aaron Schobel (Groin) - QuestionableS Donte Whitner (Ankle) - QuestionableS Jairus Byrd (Groin) - ProbableQB Trent Edwards (Head) - ProbableRB Corey McIntyre (Knee) - ProbableTE Shawn Nelson (Illness) - ProbableS Bryan Scott (Ankle) - ProbableT Jonathan Scott (Ankle) - Probable
Keys to the OffenseMichael - A heavy dose of Chris JohnsonLindsey - Run and protect the ballEric - Heavy emphasis on Chris Johnson
Keys to the DefenseMichael - 3 and out, create turnoversLindsey - pressure QB Trent Edwards and keep TO and Lee Evans in checkEric - rattle Edwards and watch the Bills passing game
Predictions:Titans 27 Bills 13 - LindseyTitans 30 Bills 6 - MichaelTitans 27 Bills 13 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 150 - Preview: Titans vs Bills | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 149 - Review: Titans @ 49ers | Take On The Titans news items:EmailsThanks for all the great Titans news & commentary. Living in North Carolina, Take on the Titans is my weekly fix for Titans coverage & commentary. Since local TV coverage has been lacking, I have a question I'm hoping you can help answer. How accurate are VY's throws to the receivers? His stats look great, but I don't get to see if the ball delivery requires "great feats of athleticism" to catch or if the throw is right on the receivers' numbers. What is your opinion?Keep up the great work. It's very much appreciated.Todd TrautmanApex, NC
Ex-Titans newsBrandon Jones and Joe Nedney on 49ers
Player NewsChris Davis is once again cut from the Titans (but is it forever?)Titans sign LB Eric Bakhtiari to the practice squad Jevon Kearse says that he may need offseason surgery to clean up an old ACL injury
Non-Player NewsTNA event - several Titans involved
Upcoming ScheduleSunday, November 15, 2009, noon CDT vs BillsMonday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at TexansSunday, November 29, 2009, noon CDT vs CardinalsSunday, December 6, 2009, noon CDT at Colts
Titans @ 49ersDid CJ step out of bounds on that long run?What was up with that halfback pass?Gutsy call on 4th and goal in the 4th quarter.Unsung play of Leroy Harris who stepped in for David StewartQuality play out of Gerald McRath who stepped in for David ThorntonWhy are we just now seeing Rod Hood?Finally, a WR steps up and goes for the ball... thank you Justin GageCortland Finnegan is proving he is invaluable to the Titans secondaryVY is quietly doing the job he NEEDS to doStupid Questions of the Week:Can Chris Johnson turn enough heads to warrant a MVP award?What will Bud Adams do if there is an uncapped year; will he open his wallet?
Offensive Player of the Week:Michael - Chris Johnson (25-135 yds - 2 tds; 3-25 yds)Lindsey - Chris JohnsonEric - Chris Johnson
Defensive Player of the Week:Michael - Cortland Finnegan (7 tackles - 1 int)Lindsey - Cortland FinneganEric - Cortland Finnegan
Predictions:Titans 27 49ers 17 - LindseyTitans 21 49ers 17 - MichaelTitans 17 49ers 24 - EricTitans 34 49ers 27 - Actual | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 149 - Review: Titans @ 49ers | Play in Popup.
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Ex-Titans news
Randy Starks is having a breakout season for the Dolphins
Player News
Chris Johnson was voted FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week and AFC Offensive Player of the Week
Chris Johnson has vowed to purchase a car for all of his offensive lineman if he gains 2000 yards
Chris Johnson predicts a sweep of the rest of the season
Non-Player News
Pro Bowl Voting has begun
Rodney Harrison called the Titans the dirtiest team in the league; Kevin Mawae shot back saying Harrison was one of the all time dirtiest players
Upcoming Schedule
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at 49ers
Sunday, November 15, 2009, noon CDT vs Bills
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at Texans
Sunday, November 29, 2009, noon CDT vs Cardinals
Titans @ 49ers
Titans are a 4 to 6 point underdog
Titans have won 5 straight against the NFC
Injuries (Titans)
Javon Ringer (Back) - Out
Jevon Kearse (Knee) - Questionable
Mike Otto (Knee) - Questionable
David Stewart (Hamstring) - Questionable
David Thornton (Hip) - Questionable
Vincent Fuller (Groin) - Questionable
Nick Harper (Forearm) - Questionable
Injuries (49ers)
Nate Clements (Shoulder) - Out
Demetric Evans (Shoulder) - Out
Joe Staley (Knee) - Out
Reggie Smith (Groin) - Probable
Takeo Spikes (Shoulder) - Probable
Keys to the Offense:
Michael - spread the field and go from the gun
Lindsey - loosen 'em up with the passing game and then hit them with CJ
Keys to the Defense:
Michael - Make the 49ers one-dimensional by taking Gore out of the equation
Lindsey - Harass Alex Smith; stop Frank Gore
Predictions:
Titans 27 49ers 17 - Lindsey
Titans 21 49ers 17 - Michael
Titans 17 49ers 24 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 148 - Preview: Titans @ 49ers | Play in Popup.
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Ex-Titans news
Player NewsTitans resign WR Chris Davis; to make room for Davis they released CB Cary Williams
Non-Player News
Upcoming ScheduleSunday, November 8, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at 49ersSunday, November 15, 2009, noon CDT vs BillsMonday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at TexansSunday, November 29, 2009, noon CDT vs Cardinals
Titans vs JaguarsTitans start Young at QB (15-18-125 yds-1 td)Did you see the modified wildcat?Chris Johnson was spectacular; even if he lost his lunchVY look poised and calm Significant Stats - Titans won the turnover battle and time of possessionVince Fuller and Cortland Finnegan both made huge impacts on their returnMichael Griffin is getting his head back in the gameKern had a great day puntingOther new players perform well (Kaesviharn, Hood, Kern)Stupid Questions of the Week:Does this mark the end of Kerry Collins in Tennessee?Did this save Chuck Cecil's job?Can the Titans realistically make the playoffs?
Offensive Player of the WeekMichael - Chris Johnson (24 - 228 yds - 2 tds; 2 rec - 11 yds)Lindsey - Chris JohnsonEric - Chris Johnson
Defensive Player of the WeekMichael - David Thornton (7 tackles - 1 sack - 1 ff)Lindsey - Cortland Finnegan (3 tackles - 1 int)Eric - David Thorton
Predictions:Titans 23 Jaguars 10 - LindseyTitans 17 Jaguars 13 - MichaelTitans 17 Jaguars 20 - EricTitans 30 Jaguars 13 - Michael | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 147 - Review: Titans vs Jaguars | Play in Popup.
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Ex-Titans newsQB Patrick Ramsey tries out for the Buffalo BillsWR Biron Ealy was signed to the Packers practice squadEddie George is working with construction companies and a Nashville councilwoman to improve the Jefferson Street
Player NewsJohn David Booty has been signed to the practice squad (no stats); former QB for the Minnesota VikingsTitans
release P Reggie Hodges and sign P Brett Kern off of waivers from the
Denver Broncos; was in his second season with the Broncos; this year he
was averaging 46.1 yds/punt (46.5 yds/punt career)Javon
Ringer hurt his back and hip in practice and had to be carted off the
field; he is okay and it will take him a few days to recoverTitans are looking for a return man... again... former Rams receiver Dane Looker, former Jaguars running back Alvin Pearman and receiver C.J. Jonesmore Titans injuriesP Craig Hentrich knee surgery
Non-Player NewsThe 2010 draft has already been discussed among some experts as a draft where the Titan will take a QB
Upcoming ScheduleSunday, November 1, 2009, 3:05 pm CDT vs JaguarsSunday, November 8, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at 49ersSunday, November 15, 2009, noon CDT vs BillsMonday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at Texans
Titans vs JaguarsTitans to start Young at QBWill the Titans attempt a modified Wildcat with both CJ and VY in the backfield?Vince Fuller is on track to play, but Harper and Finnegan still are not fully practicing; they are hopeful for FinneganHow will the fans react to VY and to the TitansKeys To the OffenseMichael - KISS... Let VY, CJ, and LenDale run; run out of passingLindsey - score... points on the boardEric - run CJ run
Keys To The DefenseMichael - PRESSURE Garrard; don't allow the deep passLindsey - stop MJD, don't let Garrard have a good gameEric - stop MJD, don't let Garrard get in sync
Predictions:Titans 23 Jaguars 10 - LindseyTitans 17 Jaguars 13 - MichaelTitans 17 Jaguars 20 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 146 - Preview: Titans vs Jaguars | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 145 - Review: Titans @ Patriots | Take On The Titans news items:EmailsTony KingTravis Anderson
Ex-Titans newsFormer Titans GM's wife says husband saved Coach Fisher's job -- twiceFormer Tennessee Titans General Manager Floyd Reese supposedly turned in his resignation to the Tennessee Titans after 21 years back in January of 2007 but his wife, Sally, is now saying that Reese never wanted to leave and that his actual resignation letter was written by team Senior Executive Vice President Steve Underwood, according to the Nashville City Paper.She claims that Reese, who is now a senior advisor for the New England Patriots, was given no notice of his firing and wasn't allowed to clean out his own office. Reese also supposedly saved head coach Jeff Fisher's job twice while he was with the team. Mrs. Reese's outburst came because she was visiting Nashville and heard what she thought were erroneous claims on a sports-radio station. Her husband was on a plane to London so he had no idea that it was all going on.Fisher has apparently claimed that Reese kept him out of the draft process as well, but Sally Reese said that wasn't true, either. She said that her husband had actually been planning to draft Devin Hester but Fisher wanted LenDale White. The Titans eventually drafted White and missed out on the very talented Hester.You can be sure the Reeses greatly enjoyed New England's 59-0 romp last Sunday, though. "Payback's a bitch," she said. "Sunday I was hoping they'd run it to 100."One thing Mrs. Reese was certain about: Her husband wasn't going to be happy that she had spilled the beans.Quinton Ganther signed by Redskins
Player NewsChris Hope fined $10,000 for his hit on BradyTony Brown fined $5,000 for his hit on BradyControversy is building over who will start the next game; Bud Adams has let slip to the media that we should start learning what Vince Young can do; Fisher has yet to definitively say who will start
Non-Player NewsFisher puts on a Peyton Manning jersey
Upcoming ScheduleSunday, November 1, 2009, 3:05 pm CDT vs JaguarsSunday, November 8, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at 49ersSunday, November 15, 2009, noon CDT vs BillsMonday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 pm CDT at Texans
Titans vs PatriotsEmbarrassed to be a Titans fan (from team play alone)Chuck Cecil... time to goKerry Collins - -7 passing yards - I think that is the first time I have ever seen that from a QB that played most of the game5 turnovers... WHAT?!!!Patriots and Tom Brady - broke several NFL recordsOffensive Players of the Week:Michael - Chris Johnson (17-128 yds)Lindsey - Chris JohnsonEric - Chris Johnson
Defensive Players of the Week:Michael - absolutely no oneLindsey - Keith Bullock (14 tackles)Eric - Keith Bullock
Stupid Questions of the Week:Did the team (or star players) quit during the loss?Is there a jinx from the Terrible Towel incident?Do the Titans need to push the league into allowing the use of "stick-em" again?
Predictions:Titans 17 Patriots 13 - LindseyTitans 20 Patriots 34 - MichaelTitans 10 Patriots 38 - EricTitans 0 Patriots 59 - Actual | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 145 - Review: Titans @ Patriots | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 144 - Preview: Titans vs Patriots | Take On The Titans news items:
1. Ex-Titans news
- ex-GM Floyd Reese is working as an advisor for the Patriots
2. Player News
- Trade rumor: Vince Young to the Browns for Brady Quinn?
- Titans sign DB Rod Hood and release WR Dominique Edison
- Kyle Vanden Bosch fined $5,000 for his hit on Manning
- Kearse explains his departure... pitiful
3. Upcoming Schedule
- Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots
- Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYE
- Sunday, November 1, 2009, 3:05 pm CDT vs Jaguars
- Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at 49ers
4. Titans vs Patriots
- 18 straight games the Patriots have won following a loss
- Junior Seau signed with Patriots
- Injuries
= Titans:
-- Cortland Finnegan (Hamstring)
-- Michael Griffin (Neck)
-- Nick Harper (Forearm)
-- Leroy Harris (Concussion)
-- Craig Steven (Concussion)
-- Jake Scott (Illness)
-- Colin Allred (Shoulder)
-- Jacob Ford (Ankle)
-- Vincent Fuller (Forearm)
-- Jason Jones (Shoulder)
-- Jevon Kearse (Foot)
-- Stanford Keglar (Hamstring)
-- Stephen Tulloch (Knee)
= Patriots:
-- Matt Light (Knee)
-- Randy Moss (Non Injury Related)
-- Fred Taylor (Ankle)
-- Tom Brady (Right Shoulder)
-- Jarvis Green (Knee)
-- Nick Kaczur (Ankle)
-- Jerod Mayo (Knee)
-- Steve Neal (Not Injury Related)
-- James Sanders (Shoulder)
-- Shawn Spring (Shoulder)
-- Ty Warren (Calf)
-- Benjamin Watson (Head)
-- Wes Welker (Knee)
-- Vince Wilfork (Ankle)
- Keys To The Game
= Offense:
-- Michael - convert 3rd downs; don't turn the ball over; win the time of possession battle
-- Eric - get back to the basics (running, short passes); don't throw too much
-- Lindsey - run the ball!
= Defense:
-- Michael - pressure Tom Brady; stop the deep passing game
-- Eric - pressure Tom Brady; keep Kevin Faulk from having a big day
-- Lindsey - limit the big plays
- Predictions:
= Titans 17 Patriots 13 - Lindsey
= Titans 20 Patriots 34 - Michael
= Titans 10 Patriots 38 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 144 - Preview: Titans vs Patriots | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 143 - Review: Titans vs Colts | Take On The Titans news items:
1. Ex-Titans news
- McNair's former partner trying to sell his half of the business
2. Player News
- Nick Harper out 6 weeks with broken arm
- Jevon Kearse situation - left the stadium
3. Upcoming Schedule
- Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots
- Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYE
- Sunday, November 1, 2009, 3:05 pm CDT vs Jaguars
- Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at 49ers
4. Titans vs Colts
- Crumpler fumble was once again a huge blow to the success of the offense
- drive by the Colts at the end of the 1st half is where the game was all but over
- poor tackling; no pressure on the QB, secondary problems, lack of leadership = horrible defense
- CJ on Dancing With The Stars?
- Field position problems
- Got to see Vince Young in the 4th quarter
- Stupid Questions Of The Week
= Will the Titans "bust up" the team before the end of the year?
= Can Chuck Cecil save his job?
= Is the health of Bud Adams keeping him from making the REALLY tough decisions?
= Has Jeff Fisher lost the locker room?
- Players of the Game:
= Offense:
-- Michael - LenDale White 10-51yds
-- Lindsey - Rob Bironas 3-for-3 (all over 40 yds)
-- Eric - Rob Bironas
= Defense:
-- Michael - Keith Bullock 11 tackles 1 int
-- Lindsey - Keith Bullock
-- Eric - Keith Bullock
- Predictions:
= Titans 31 Colts 30 - Lindsey
= Titans 27 Colts 28 - Michael
= Titans 13 Colts 31 - Eric
= Titans 9 Colts 31 - Actual | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 143 - Review: Titans vs Colts | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 142 - Preview: Titans vs Colts | Take On The Titans news items:1. Ex-Titans news - Chris Henry picked up by the Texans (practice squad)
- Former players commenting on the teams 0-4 start2. Player News - NFL fines Tony Brown ($10,000), Donnie Nickey ($7,500), and Jovan Haye ($5,000)
- Cortland Finnegan and Nick Harper are expected to play3. Upcoming Schedule - Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts - Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots - Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYE - Sunday, November 1, 2009, 3:05 pm CDT vs Jaguars4. Titans vs Colts
- At what point do the coaches/owner start listening to the fans? Are the fans being reasonable? - Keys to the Game:
= Defense:
> Michael - DL needs a push up the middle; stop the deep pass
> Lindsey - Stop Peyton Manning!
> Eric - Keep the Colt offense off the field; more 3-and-outs for the Colts
= Offense:
> Michael - keep the ball away from Peyton; run the ball
with BOTH LenDale and CJ; get the TE's involved in the passing game;
limit the 3-and-outs
> Lindsey - Chris Johnson (running game) must have a big game; set tempo by keeping Peyton off the field
> Eric - long, sustained drives to keep Indy Offense off the field; score 7's not 3's
- Predictions: = Titans 31 Colts 30 - Lindsey = Titans 27 Colts 28 - Michael = Titans 13 Colts 31 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 142 - Preview: Titans vs Colts | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 141 - Review: Titans @ Jaguars | Take On The Titans news items:
1. Ex-Titans News
-
2. Player News
- Titans cut QB Patrick Ramsey from the team and promote CB Cary Williams to the 53-man roster
3. Upcoming Schedule
- Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts
- Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots
- Sunday, October 25, 2009 BYE
- Sunday, November 1, 2009, 3:05 pm CDT vs Jaguars
4. Titans @ Jags
- Injuries
= Cortland Finnegan and Jason Jones out for Titans
- Mistakes:
= Kerry Collins 2 interceptions
= Chris Johnson - fumble
= defensive secondary allowing deep passes
- Titans defense barely slowing down the offense of the Jags
- strange call on TD catch
- Special Teams still a problem even though Mark Jones did a much better job
- Stupid Questions Of The Week
= Is it now time to sit Kerry Collins?
= Is it time to fire and/or take away responsibility from Chuck Cecil?
= Is it time to fire the mastermind of the Music City Miracle (Homerun Throwback), Alan Lowry?
- Players of the Game:
Offensive
= Kenny Britt - Michael
= Kenny Britt (7-105yds) - Eric
= Kenny Britt - Lindsey
- Defensive
= Chris Hope (10 tackles) - Michael
= Chris Hope - Eric
= Chris Hope - Lindsey
- Predictions:
= Titans 28 Jags 13 - Lindsey
= Titans 24 Jags 10 - Michael
= Titans 27 Jags 20 - Eric
= Titans 17 Jags 37 - Actual | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 141 - Review: Titans @ Jaguars | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 140 - Preview: Titans @ Jags | Take On The Titans news items: Player News - DB Donnie Nickey visited Rose Park Magnet Middle School for NFL's Play 60 - DT Jovan Haye spent time this week helping kids with dyslexia at Currey Ingram Academy in Brentwood, TN - Kenny Britt - it is being mentioned that he will push Gage and Washington for their spot before the end of the season. Non-Player News - Jacksonville is talking about playing their home games in Orlando Upcoming Schedule - Sunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at Jaguars - Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts - Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots - Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYETitans @ Jags - Is Jack Del Rio on the hotseat? - Can the Titans offense get the balls into the hands of our play-makers? - Can the Titans secondary keep from giving up the deep pass? - Keys To The Offense: - Michael: run and short passes - Eric: run more; pound it with LenDale White and Chris Johnson - Lindsey: keep passing; Jacksonville is even worse than the Titans at pass defense; Britt, TD, +20 yds (prediction)Keys To The Defense: - Michael: stop MJD! - Eric: stop MJD! hit Garrard! - Lindsey: stop MJD!Predictions:Titans 28 Jags 13 - LindseyTitans 24 Jags 10 - MichaelTitans 27 Jags 20 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 140 - Preview: Titans @ Jags | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 139 - Review: Titans @ Jets | Take On The Titans news items:1. Ex-Titans news - Albert Haynesworth - injuries plaguing him; not talking to the media; ex-wife files restraining order2. Player News - KR Mark Jones signed - P Craig Hentrich place on IR - season over, is career over? - RB Chris Henry released - RB Rodney Ferguson cut from practice squad - S Kevin Kaesviharn signed - CB Cary Williams signed back to the practice squad - S Vincent Fuller injured and out 4-6 weeks with a broken arm3. Upcoming Schedule - Sunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at Jaguars - Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts - Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots - Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYE4. Titans @ Jets - Mistakes: = Ryan Mouton's 2 fumbles during kick returns = Kerry Collins 2 interceptions = dropped passes by WR's = defensive secondary allowing deep passes - Titans like to play from behind, let's hope it goes that way for the season - Kerry Collins 5 turnovers in the last 2 games - Are Special Teams failures costing us games? - Trends: = 0-3 - around 5% chance to make the playoffs (only 3 since 1990) = Titans offense only scored 2 TDs in the second half and only 2 FGs in the 4th quarter in the last 5 games = Titans have never made the playoffs 3 years in a row - Stupid Questions Of The Week = Is it time to sit Kerry Collins? = Is it time to fire Jeff Fisher? = Should the Titans make a huge trade to bring in a blockbuster player on either defense or special teams? - Players of the Game: Offensive = LenDale White (7-27-1 td) - Michael = Chris Johnson - Eric = LenDale White - Lindsey - Defensive = Chris Hope (4 tackles, 1 int) - Michael = Tony Brown (1 FF) - Eric = Chris Hope - Lindsey - Predictions: = Titans 16 Jets 10 - Lindsey = Titans 17 Jets 14 - Michael = Titans 20 Jets 17 - Eric = Titans 17 Jets 24 - Actual | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 139 - Review: Titans @ Jets | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 138 - Preview: Titans vs Jets | Take On The Titans news items:1. Ex-Titans news- King's Island in Cincinnati - Halloween display with Steve McNair and Sahel Kazemi were depicted as skeletons on a couch- Jeff Fisher extremely unhappy with reporters (Nick Farris) from
local TV station WTVF for shady reporting on the David Given $25
million lawsuit
2.. Player News- AJ Trapasso, Glen Pakulak, Reggie Hodges, and Ricky Schmitt are all in
trying out for punter; Reggie Hodges was signed to the 53 man roster
and AJ Trapasso was signed to the practice squad; Cary Williams was
released to make room for Hodges; Mitch King waived off the practice
squad- Jason Jones was fine $5000 for going into the scrum unnecessarily; no decision on the appeal yet 3. Upcoming Schedule- Sunday, September 27, 2009, noon CDT at Jets- Sunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at Jaguars- Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts- Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots- Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYE4. Titans @ Jets- Injuries:TITANS:Eugene Amano - Illness(DNP)Stanford Keglar - Hamstring (DNP)Bo Scaife - Knee (Limited)Craig Hentrich - Left Calf (OUT)JETS:Lito Sheppard - Quadricep (DNP)Donald Strickland - Ankle (DNP)Kellen Clemens - Right Elbow (FULL)Jim Leonhard - Back (FULL)Nick Mangold - Toes (FULL)Sione Pouha - Ankle (FULL)Mark Sanchez - Knee (FULL)Bryan Thomas - Ankle (FULL)Jamaal Westerman - Quadricep (FULL)Damien Woody - Shoulder (FULL)Wallace Wright - Hamstring (FULL)Matt Slauson - Ankle (Limited)- Keys:Offense - short passing game must be successful; get Chris Johnson involved in the passing gameDefense - confuse Sanchez; contain Thomas Jones- AFL Throwback uniforms- Jets have won 4 out of the last 5- Predictions:Titans 16 Jets 10 - LindseyTitans 17 Jets 14 - MichaelTitans 20 Jets 17 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 138 - Preview: Titans vs Jets | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 137 - Review: Titans vs Texans | Take On The Titans news items: 1. Ex-Titans news- David Givens is suing the Titans for $25 Million
2. Player News- AJ Trapasso and Glen Pakulak coming in to try out 3. Non-Player News- Michelle McNair was out of the field for the coin toss
4. Upcoming Schedule- Sunday, September 27, 2009, noon CDT at Jets- Sunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at Jaguars- Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts- Sunday, October 18, 2009, 3:15 pm CDT at Patriots- Sunday, October 25, 2009 - BYE
5. Titans vs Texans - Offense:Chris Johnson's record dayKerry Collins and his costly mistakesHuge offensive output... 31 points- Defense:Titans defense stopped Slaton, but the secondary completely failed to stop Andre Johnson, Jacoby Jones, Owen Daniels, etcFront four got very little pressure on SchaubNick Harper - they may need to sit him; penalties, couldn't cover effectivelyMichael Griffin and the rest of the DBs are looking in the backfield too muchJason Jones ejection- Hentrich hurt; will this end his career?- Muffed punt rule- Questions:Can the Titans defense recover from this fiasco?Is there something wrong with our defensive play calling against the pass?Is Chuck Cecil really the man for the job?Is there a DB out there that might be able to help us? Do we need help yet?- Players of the Game:Offense => Chris Johnson - 16 carries, 197 yards, 12.3 yds/carry, 2tds, 9 rec, 87 yds, 9.7 yds/rec, 1 td (unanimous)Defense => NOT Nick Harper (Michael), Keith Bullock 6-4 (Lindsey & Eric)- Predictions:Titans 28 Texans 6 - LindseyTitans 31 Texans 10 - MichaelTitans 24 Texans 13 - EricTitans 31 Texans 34 - Actual | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 137 - Review: Titans vs Texans | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 136 - Preview: Titans vs Texans | Take On The Titans news items: 1. Ex-Titans news
McNair estate valued at $19.6 million
2. Player News
Nate Washington will be ready to start against the TexansJared Cook will also be a go for Sunday's gameVince Young surprised the sons of his deceased
friend by taking Steve McNair's sons to their school's "Dear Dads
Breakfast" on Wednesday in Nashville.Kyle
Vanden Bosch is teaming up with TNA Wrestling to benefit the Boys and
Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. Look for details on the TNA website.www.vinceyoungfoods.com
is advertising smoked sausage, brisket, and ribs for sale at stores
(Wal Mart, Kroger, and some places in Texas)
3. Non-Player News
The Nashville Star will run for Sunday's game ($15 for advanced tickets, $20 for the day of the game)
4. Upcoming Schedule
Sunday, September 20, 2009, noon CDT
vs Texans
Sunday, September 27, 2009, noon CDT at JetsSunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at Jaguars
Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts
5. Titans vs TexansTitans defense is not happy at all that Steve Slaton ran for over 100 yards on them twice last seasonWeather will play a factor in the gamePressure on Schaub needs to be put on by the front 4Injuries: TITANS:- David Thornton (LB) Thursday (DNP) - Knee- Jared Cook (TE) Thursday (Limited) - Ankle- Bo Scaife (TE) Thursday (DNP) - Knee- Craig Hentrich (P) Thursday (Full) - BackTEXANS- Shaun Cody (DT) - Knee (DNP)- Andre Johnson (WR) - Concussion (DNP)- Vonta Leach (RB) - Knee (DNP)- Antwaun Molden (CB) - Quadricep (DNP)- Jacques Reeves (CB) - Fibula (Full)- Eugene Wilson (CB) - Knee (Full)- Antionio Smith (DE) - Illness (Limited)- Kevin Walter (WR) - Hamstring (Limited)Keys To The Game: - Offense => Running game; in this weather the running game must keep the chains moving; Utilize Jared Cook - Defense => Stop Andre Johnson and Steve Slaton!Predictions:Titans 28 Texans 6 - LindseyTitans 31 Texans 10 - MichaelTitans 24 Texans 13 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 136 - Preview: Titans vs Texans | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 135 - Review: Titans @ Steelers | Take On The Titans news items:Steve McNair has people coming outTitans eying Matt Jones still Upcoming ScheduleSunday, Sept. 20, 2009, noon CDT vs TexansSunday, September 27, 2009, noon CDT at JetsSunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at JaguarsSunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs ColtsTitans @ Steelers
Predictions:Titans 23 Steelers 21 - MichaelTitans 17 Steelers 16 - LindseyTitans 13 Steelers 20 - Eric Titans 10 Steelers 13 (OT) - ActualInjuries:
- sprained MCL for Polamalu (no surgery needed); Madden curse strikes Polamalu
- Bo Scaife's knee
Special Teams problems; one missed FG; one blocked FG; Finnegan's
mistakes in the return game; Ringer is not the answer; Hentrich's
shanked punt
Defense did fine; didn't seem to miss Haynesworth; held the
Steelers to 1.6 yards per carry; no pass rush when only rushing 4; need
to prepare more against a no-huddleHow would you rate Chuck Cecil's first game?Michael Griffin's heads-up play to strip the ball from Hines Ward
Offense: Although he had an interception, Collins looked solid; int
was a heck of a play by Polamalu, but also the receiver didn't help out.Scaife calls hit cheap; Scaife didn't like James Harrison's hit, but Fisher said the hit was legal; Scaife's fumble
When Scaife went out we were at a significant disadvantageKenny Britt had a nice game; isn't this what we expected from Lavelle Hawkins?Key drops by Gage
Players of the Game:
Offense: - Kenny Britt 4-85 yds - Kerry Collins 22-35-234 yds, 1 TD - 1 INT
Defense: - Courtland Finnegan 9-1, 1 INT - Michael Griffin 4-2, 1 FF | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 135 - Review: Titans @ Steelers | Play in Popup.
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in peace to Titans 2006 5th round draft pick Jesse Mahelona; a former
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle, has died. He was 26.Agent
Chad Speck said Mahelona died Friday night after being involved in a
car accident about a mile from his home in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Mahelona's
wife, Brandi, is pregnant with the couple's second child.
recently cut WR Mark Jones did not pass his physical with the Panthers; the physical revealed a unhealed tear in his muscleSteelers have signed cornerback Tuff Harris to their practice squad.Former
Tennessee Titans middle linebacker Ryan Fowler signed with the Jets,
and tight end Matthew Mulligan and fullback Jason Davis as wellPacman Jones signed and then not signed by the CFLsurprises in the cuts? Mark Jones - slightly; Ryan Fowler - slightly
2. Player News
The final roster:QB (3): Kerry Collins (Starter), Vince Young (Backup), Patrick Ramsey (Emergency)RB (4): Chris Johnson (Starter-Speed-3rd Down), LenDale White
(Power-Short Yardage), Javon Ringer (Kickoff Returner?), Chris Henry.FB (1): Ahmard Hall (Starter).WR (5): Nate Washington (Split End-3WR Slot?), Justin Gage (Flanker),
Kenny Britt (3WR Split End-Punt Returner?), Lavelle Hawkins, Dominique
Edison.TE (4): Bo Scaife (Starter), Alge Crumpler (Blocker), Craig Stevens (Blocker), Jared Cook (Receiver).OL (8): Michael Roos (Starter-LT), Eugene Amano (Starter-LG), Kevin
Mawae (Starter-C), Jake Scott (Starter-RG), David Stewart (Starter-RT),
Leroy Harris (Top Backup-G/C), Mike Otto (Top Backup-OT), Troy Kropog
(Backup OT).DL (10): Jevon Kearse (Starter-LE), Jason Jones (Starter-DT), Tony
Brown (Starter-DT), Kyle Vanden Bosch (Starter-RE), Jacob Ford
(Backup-LE), Jovan Haye (Backup-DT), Kevin Vickerson (Backup-DT), Dave
Ball (Backup-RE), William Hayes (#5 DE), SenâDerrick Marks (#5 DT).LB (7): David Thornton (Starter-Strongside), Stephen Tulloch
(Starter-Middle), Kevin Bullock (Starter-Weakside), Stanford Keglar
(Backup-Outside), Gerald McRath (Backup-Outside), Colin Allred
(Backup-Middle), Ken Amato (Long Snapper).DB (9): Cortland Finnegan (Starter-CB), Nick Harper (Starter-CB), Chris
Hope (Starter-SS), Michael Griffin (Starter-FS), Vincent Fuller (Backup
FS-Nickel DB?), Ryan Mouton (Nickel CB? Returner?), Donnie Nickey
(Backup SS), Cary Williams (Backup CB), Jason McCourty (Backup CB).ST (2): Rob Bironas (K), Craig Hentrich (P).Practice Squad:G Ryan Durand
RB Rodney Ferguson
DT Mitch King
WR Phillip Morris
S Nick Schommer
OL Fernando Velasco
WR Paul Williams
3. Non-Player News
rumors abound about the possible signings at WR and DB; they will wait
until after the 1st game so they don't have to pay them the full
salary; rumors at WR are Matt Jones, Jerry Porter, Samie Parker, David
Patten, D.J. Hackett, and Ronald Curry; rumors at DB include Eric
Green, Rod Hood, ex-Raven Corey Ivy, the ancient Deltha O'Neal and
ex-Jag Brian Williams. The Tennessee Titans have been determined to be
worth one billion dollars according to a report by Forbes.com. The
Titans find themselves in the middle of the pack on this list ranking
19th among NFL franchises. They are preceded by the Miami Dolphins and
followed by the Seattle Seahawks.Fans Invited to Watch Season Opener at Titans Club; Raise Money for Cystic Fibrosis; The event tickets are $25 and include two drink tickets and free parking.Titans Record Prediction: 12-4 (win AFC South)
4. Upcoming Schedule
Thursday, September 10, 2009, 7:30PM CDT at SteelersSunday, September 20, 2009, noon CDT
vs Texans
Sunday, September 27, 2009, noon CDT at JetsSunday, October 04, 2009, noon CDT at Jaguars
Sunday, October 11, 2009, 7:20 PM CDT vs Colts
5. Titans @ Steelers
Injuries: -
Titans: TE Jared Cook (ankle) - probably won't dress, WR Nate
Washington (hamstring) - probably will play, P Craig Hentrich (back) -
will play, CB Ryan Mouton (ankle) - probably will play - Steelers: LB Lawrence Timmons (ankle), QB Dennis Dixon (right shoulder)Last Meeting: the opening game of the 2005 season when Willie Parker ran all over the Titans in a 34-7 route.LenDale White said he would stomp on the terrible towel if someone stuck it in his face againPredictions:Titans 23 Steelers 21 - MichaelTitans 17 Steelers 16 - LindseyTitans 13 Steelers 20 - Eric | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 134 - Preview: Titans @ Steelers | Play in Popup.
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Titans are not pursuing the 36-year-old, according the Nashville Tennessean.
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the Titans have talked with Marvin Harrison. Then again, Coach Fisher said the
team has no interest in him.
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Players ruled out of the Cowboys' game:
Cornerback Ryan Mouton (ankle)
Tackle David Stewart (knee)
Safety Nick Schommer (hamstring)
Linebacker Josh Stamer (groin)
Receiver Chris Davis (hamstring)
Defensive tackle Jason Jones (foot)
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Players that aren't expected to play:
Offensive lineman Doug Datish (soreness)
Nickel back Vincent Fuller (groin)
Linebacker Colin Allred (ankle)
Linebacker Stephen Tulloch (knee) | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 133 - Preseason: Titans @ Cowboys | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 132 - Preseason: Titans vs Bucs - Postgame | Take On The Titans news items:Calvin Lowry was signed by the NFL's Detroit Lions; he was a fourth-round draft pick in 2006 by the Tennessee Titans. He
played two seasons at safety for the Titans and had two interceptions
in 2007Alge Crumpler took dance lessons this off-season to improve his balance, footwork and blocking abilities.Kevin Mawae is making progress in the rehabilitation of his elbow stemming from off-season surgery, and feels confident he will be ready by the season opener on Sept. 10th.Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young
received a vote of confidence from the team's owner after a solid
performance in a 27-20 preseason win over Tampa Bay on Saturday. Asked
if there is a scenario where Young isn't part of the 2009 Titans, Bud
Adams said: "He's under contract, he's not going anywhere but right
here and he's our future quarterback. Right tackle David Stewart
was supposed to have tests to check the swollen knee that kept him out.
Fisher said Sunday that tests hadn't been run, but the injury was not
serious. Fisher said that quarterback Kerry Collins will start Friday at Dallas.Titans rookie cornerback Ryan Mouton hurt his left ankle Tuesday
morning and had to be carted off the practice field. Coach Jeff Fisher
did not have an immediate report on the severity of the injury.Fans of the Tennessee Titans looking to buy or sell tickets on the teams TicketExchange site run by Ticketmaster
are currently out of luck due to an undisclosed technical problem. From
a team standpoint, the timing of the problem could not be
worse, as officials ramp up the media blitz to sell tickets, including
those on the team's TicketExchange site. The Titans, like other teams
in the National Football League signed on with Ticketmaster in 2007 to resell tickets on the secondary market.The Tennessee Titans Cheerleaders Calendar Release Party will be held
Wednesday, August 26th, at Cabana (1910 Belcourt Ave.) in Nashvilleâs
Hillsboro Village.Fri 8/21 at Dallas 8:00 pm (preseason)
Sat 8/29 at Cleveland 7:30 pm (preseason)
Thu 9/3 Green Bay 8:00 pm (preseason)
Thu, 09/10 at 7:30 PM CDT at Pittsburgh SteelersKerry Collins picked twice, but both were excellent plays by the defense more than miscues by CollinsVickerson's penalty after taking Byron LeftwichJavon Ringer's runKenny Britt's gameYoung's improving confidenceTony Brown caught a piece of McCown's face mask in sacking him, and that wiped out William Hayes' recovery for a TD.Ryan Mouton picked off Freeman's pass and ran it back 29 yards for a TD in the fourth | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 132 - Preseason: Titans vs Bucs - Postgame | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 131 - Preseason: Titans vs Buccaneers | More and more praise is pouring in about Titans rookies Jared Cook and
Javon Ringer. Ringer is expected to push Chris Henry for a spot on the
squad.Ahmad Hall and Nate Washington received praise from coach FisherRyan Fowler and Donnie Nickey we both fined $5,000 for hits during the Bills gameTight end Craig Stevens got into four altercations during Wednesday's two practices.second-year pro scrapped with DE Dave Ball and
LB Stanford Keglar during team drills and later tussled with
DE Kyle Vanden Bosch on back-to-back plays.
"I was just
going out there trying to play hard. That's football,'' said Stevens.
"It looks like everyone got a little shot at me today.''
"He's having a great camp," Fisher said.
A Michigan man has filed a complaint claiming defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson owes him $55,000.Brandon
Grier of Detroit filed the complaint in Davidson County Chancery Court
last week. He claims Vickerson borrowed the money from him in June
2006, and promised to pay him back.
Attorney Christopher Hugan
said Vickerson and Grier "were acquainted while living in Michigan" and
Grier "just wants to be paid.''
Said Vickerson: "I've never heard of him. Some people are just trying to make false scams, man.''
Vickerson's contract calls for him to make $535,000 this year.injuries: Linebacker Colin Allred (ankle), defensive end Jacob
Ford (hamstring), receiver Chris Davis (hamstring), linebacker Stephen
Tulloch (knee), linebacker Josh Stamer (groin), safety Nick Schommer
(hamstring), tight end Casey Cramer (shoulder), returner Mark Jones
(hamstring) and defensive tackle Jason Jones (foot) did not practice. Nickel back Vincent Fuller suffered a groin injury
3. Non-Player News
Tim McGraw and the Black-Eyed Peas To Perform At NFL Season Opener
Chuck Cecil is getting praise for his tough-nose, no-nonsense approach to an already talented defensive unitHOF
Game - NBCâs broadcast of the game averaged a 4.9 national Nielsen
rating, or 7.9 million viewers. This yearâs game was up four percent
compared to the ratings of the 2008 game featuring the Indianapolis Colts and Washington Redskins.
4. Upcoming Schedule
Sat 8/15 Tampa Bay 8:00 pm (preseason)
Fri 8/21 at Dallas 8:00 pm (preseason)
Sat 8/29 at Cleveland 7:30 pm (preseason)
Thu 9/3 Green Bay 8:00 pm (preseason)
Thu, 09/10 at 7:30 PM CDT at Pittsburgh Steelers
at Steelers
5. Titans vs. Bucs
starters will run a set number of playsKerry Collins will startVY will play an entire half (but will play with the #2 offensive) | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 131 - Preseason: Titans vs Buccaneers | Play in Popup.
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| Episode 130 - Preseason Has Begun: Postgame - Titans vs. Bills | Take On The Titans show notes:1. Ex-Titans news - Ex-Titan G Ryan Schmidt was picked up by Tampa Bay Bucs. He was released by the Titans on July 29. - Ex-Titans DL Derrick Jones was picked up by the Buffalo Bills - Ex-Titans WR Brandon Jones (currently playing for the 49ers) injured his right shoulder diving for a pass Thursday afternoon and Friday an X-ray revealed a fracture in the AC joint. The free agent from the Tennessee Titans, who had been having an excellent camp, will be out eight weeks. - The widow of former Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair has been granted the right to act as guardian for her children's inheritance.2. Player News - When it comes to his weight battle, Tennessee Titans running back LenDale White blames it on the alcohol.Advertisement "It wasn't a lot of major diet changes. (It was) watching what I drink. I was a big Patron consumer. ... That's what it was. I was drinking a lot, drank a lot of alcohol. I cut that out of my diet all the way. I don't drink at all. I cut the drinking, I stopped drinking for six months. It started falling off." He said he weighed as much as 265 pounds last season, but reported to camp at 228. "I'm telling y'all they woke me up, and I'm happy they did too," he said. He's awake, and apparently without the pounding headache. - Vince Young tells Esquire magazine that he thinks he'll be the next black quarterback to win a Super Bowl. And if that weren't enough, he says he'll be inducted into Pro Football's Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, once he's all finished - Alge Crumpler donated $75,000 to his former high school for renovations and upgrades to their dilapidated football facilities (New Hanover High School - Wilmington, NC) - Chris Hope and Michael Griffin are in control - Chris Hope has a ridiculously high work ethic and both him and Griff have the secondary in control - Nate Washington will help more than Chris Johnson - Washington's speed is really showing in practice. He will free up Gage in the receiving corp - One of the Titans scouts said he's been especially impressed with two rookies -- running back Javon Ringer and linebacker Gerald McRath. - Vince Young has seemed more mature and generally been more accurate. Tuesday night he was in command of a nicely executed 2:00 drill. However, Patrick Ramsey has a chance. - Kenny Britt will have a tough time matching Jared Cook for early impact: Britt's likely to come off PUP early next week - his hamstring is better, he's just trying to regain conditioning and leg strength. Missing over a week because of his contract and then his hamstring isn't the sort of thing that should have a giant bearing on his early fate. But I don't imagine him forcing his way onto the field early in the season if Gage, Washington and Chris Davis stay on their current courses. If third-rounder Jared Cook keeps doing what he's been doing, though, the Titans will have a hard time not using the tight end in Pittsburgh on opening night. Right now, if you list the team's three most dynamic weapons on offense, I am certain Johnson is No. 1, feel confident putting Washington second and don't feel like I am stretching to place Cook third. - Mitch King DT from Iowa is having a great camp, but might not make the team. He may end up being a victim of the numbers. - Cary Williams is making a move up the depth chart - Kenny Britt is now practicing with the team - INJURY REPORT: Fisher said Tulloch, Allred, Stamer and defensive end Jacob Ford all have a chance to play in Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at LP Field. Running back Javon Ringer was held out of practice, but should be back tomorrow, as was tight end Alge Crumpler. Defensive tackle Jason Jones has a sore foot and was wearing a protective boot, and wide receiver Chris Davis, fullback Casey Cramer, wide receiver Mark Jones and punter Craig Hentrich all sat out. - Recent injuries to Stephen Tulloch, Colin Allred and Josh Stamer have left the Titans thin at linebacker. The team responded today by signing linebackers Rocky Boiman and Tyson Smith. They released quarterback Alex Mortensen and cornerback Jeremy Haynes to make room. - If you follow Keith Bullock or Chris Johnson on Twitter, then enjoy it while you can...3. Non-Player News - Tickets are on sale for Music City Star train service to Riverfront Station for Tennessee Titans home games. Cost is $15 for an advance single game ticket, $20 on game day and $110 for an advance season ticket for the train. - The Tennessee Titans organization will honor late quarterback Steve McNair as they will wear a No. 9 decal on the back of their helmets this season. - Several NFL teams have moved to place restrictions on when, how and if players can utilize Twitter, and Jeff Fisher confirmed last night that the Titans are in the process of drafting an official set of restrictions on the subject. I'd expect them to mainly put the kibosh on any such activity inside the Titans' facilities and potential fines for inappropriate comments/complaints made over Twitter or Ustream. - Bud Adams funny story... Bud handed over his wife's Cadillac to star RB Billy Cannon so that he'd sign with the team rather than with the LA Rams. - Bud Adams is often overlooked for his contribution to starting the AFL. Should he be in the NFL Hall of Fame?4. Upcoming Schedule - Sat 8/15 Tampa Bay 8:00 pm (preseason) - Fri 8/21 at Dallas 8:00 pm (preseason) - Sat 8/29 at Cleveland 7:30 pm (preseason) - Thu 9/3 Green Bay 8:00 pm (preseason)5. Titans vs. Bills - The fake punt was a work of art by Trapasso - Nate Washington looked good - Kevin Vickerson had a very good game, but it was against a very poor Bills line - Javon Ringer looked good, but I'd like to see him with the starting O-line - Jarod Cook made a few nice grabs - I'm hearing more and more about LB Gerald McGrath and how good he's is in camp. He had a nice fumble recovery - Sen'Derrick Marks (sack) and Ryan Mouton () also had good games - Paul Williams had a nice TD grab, but he seems to be better in camp and preseason than during the regular season - DB Cary Williams got tested pretty often, but held up nicely - VY started off rough... lacked confidence and his natural aggressive nature, but finished with a nice TD pass; BTW: his INT was the receivers fault - Patrick Ramsey was serviceable, but I doubt he overtakes VY - Ryan Fowler fowled up with his idiotic late hit - Chris Davis is not going to make this team... - QB Alex Mortensen (Chris Mortensen's son) is not even scratching the surface of making this team - too many penalties - Alge Crumpler looked like he found Len Dale's lost weight - Chris Johnson, LenDale White, and Kerry Collins picked up where they left off last season | Get at Short URL | Download Episode 130 - Preseason Has Begun: Postgame - Titans vs. Bills | Play in Popup.
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| Take On The Titans - Episode 129: Training Camp | Ex-Titans news
Steve
McNair's funeral services; leaves no will; petition to retire his
number; officially deemed a murder-suicide; he left no will and the
estate will be handled by his wife MechelleA federal grand jury will consider charges
against a convicted murderer accused of selling the gun used to kill
ex-NFL quarterback Steve McNair.
Adrian J. Gilliam Jr., 33, of nearby La Vergne
on Friday waived his right to a detention hearing and a preliminary
hearing on a charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm. Gilliam, who has most recently worked as a car
salesman, is accused of selling a loaded 9 mm pistol to McNair's
girlfriend, Sahel Kazemi, 20, for $100 two days before McNair was shot.
Retirement of Derrick Mason & unretiredA former Tennessee Titans lineman pleaded guilty to federal fraud
charges in a $5 million Ponzi scheme. Reed K. Diehl admitted he falsely
claimed to be a banker and took money from investors by promising high
rates of returns. Diehl pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud and one count of
money laundering. In the plea agreement, Diehl admitted that he falsely
claimed to be a banker who made hard-money loans, and fraudulently
collected deposits from people who wanted financing for projects in
Mexico. Diehl faces up to 20 years in prison for each count of wire fraud and
10 years for money laundering at his Sept. 28 sentencing.A federal judge Wednesday sentenced former NFL player Travis Henry
to three years in prison for financing a drug trafficking operation
that moved cocaine between Colorado and Montana. Henry has said that at
the time of his arrest, he was struggling to
keep up with child support payments after fathering at least nine
children with nine women. But Cebull said it was Henry's addiction to
marijuana that destroyed the defendant's career and ultimately landed
him in federal court. Henry was given 3 years.Drew Bennett signs with the Ravens and then promptly retires.Ex-Titan Kevin Dyson named AD at Independence High, Williamson County, TN
2. Player NewsQuestions about the upcoming season: - How will the Titans replace Albert Haynesworth? - How will the addition of Nate Washington help the WR corp?Titans agree to terms with RB Javon Ringer (multi-year contract) - base salary is expected to be $310,000Bo Scaife looking to sign a multi-year contractTitans agree to terms with 2nd round pick DT Sen'Derrick Marks - signs a 4-year dealThe Titans waived offensive
lineman Ryan Schmidt and defensive tackle Derrick Jones to reduce the
roster to 80 players for the start of training camp.Titans agree to terms with 1st pick Kenny Britt; multi-year dealLinebacker Keith Bulluck rewarded them by signing autographs for about 65 minutes.
3. Non-Player NewsNew station added to the Titans radio network: - Sports Radio 730 AM/103.9
FM WUMP and News/Talk 770 AM/92.5 FM WVNN in the Huntsville/Athens/Madison market. Titans training camp starts July 31st - remember to dress appropriately for the weather - free of charge - autograph signingsTitans ticket sales - another season sellout in 3 hours - people camped out again, some traveling from other statesTitans not interested in Vick
4. Upcoming ScheduleSun 8/9 - Hall of Fame game - vs Buffalo 8:00 pm (preseason) Sat 8/15 Tampa Bay 8:00 pm (preseason) Fri 8/21 at Dallas 8:00 pm (preseason) Sat 8/29 at Cleveland 7:30 pm (preseason) Thu 9/3 Green Bay 8:00 pm (preseason) | Get at Short URL | Download Take On The Titans - Episode 129: Training Camp | Play in Popup.
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