DC NFL Preview: Tennessee Titans

2007 Record: 10-6

Key Additions:
Chris Johnson (RB) - Draft - East Carolina
Jason Jones (DE) - Draft - Eastern Michigan
Alge Crumpler (TE) - FA - Falcons
Jake Scott (G) - FA - Colts
Justin McCareins (WR) - FA - Jets
Jevon Kearse (DE) - FA - Eagles

Key Losses:
Eric Moulds (WR) - FA - Not Signed
Ben Troupe (TE) - FA - Buccaneers
Chris Brown (RB) - FA - Texans
Benji Olson (OL) - Retired


Offense:
Is this the year that Vince Young finally breaks out? Yea, I think so...He finally has a tight end to throw to with the signing of Alge Crumpler. Remember not too long ago when Vick used to only throw to Crumpler? The only difference here is that Vince Young is a more accurate passer, and has better talent around him. Gage and Williams improved throughout the year in 2007, and this year they should be even better with another year under their belts, plus the addition of Justin McCareins. Even with all of that talent, their bread and butter is the running game. Obviously Young can run, but LenDale White had a good year in 2007 running for 1,110 yards. The key for him will be to stay healthy. Even if he doesn't I have heard nothing but great things about Chris Johnson, and from what I am reading don't be shocked if they end up splitting carries for most of the year. I predicted Johnson will get the bulk of the carries by seasons end.

Defense:
Not a lot fo improve on here, they were 5th in the league in total defense last year, and with the addition of Jevon Kearse they look like they could be better. The Titans are great at stopping the run, and are just one of those squads that are very opportunistic, as they were tied for 2nd in the NFL in interception. So much talent on this side of the ball with Kearse, Haynesworth, Bulluck, and Griffin.

Overall:
They have a tough schedule, and are in a tough division, but I expect this team to do great things this year. Vince Young is going to have his breakout year, and I really believe in this running game that they have built, but the thing that is going to put them in the playoffs is this defense. Look for them to be in the top 3 in defense by the end of the year.

Predicted Record: 11-5

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-BMack