Direct From Practice: Jonathan Hutton
January 27, 2010
"Johnson Surprised By Coaching Move"
Chris Johnson said he is among those most surprised by Monday's firing of running backs coach Earnest Byner.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 11:06am | link
January 26, 2010
"CBA-RELATED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS"
With an uncapped offseason approaching, here are some FAQ's that should help you sort through the new CBA-Related rules.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 1:12pm | link
January 25, 2010
"Titans Fire RB Coach Byner, Pola Hired From Jags"
The Titans have hired Kennedy Pola as the running backs coach for the team, effectively ending the term of assistant coach Earnest Byner after two seasons in the position.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 3:13pm | link
January 21, 2010
"Mawae Will Play In Pro Bowl"
As soon as he heard this Sunday's AFC Championship match up, Titans center Kevin Mawae purchased his plane ticket to Miami for the 2010 Pro Bowl.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 10:46am | link
January 20, 2010
"Young Added To 2010 AFC Pro Bowl Roster"
Even though he didn't start until the team's seventh game, the NFL named Titans quarterback Vince Young to the 2010 Pro Bowl, replacing San Diego's Phillip Rivers who bowed out citing injury.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 4:32pm | link
January 18, 2010
"Britt Charged With Outstanding Warrants"
Titans receiver Kenny Britt was arrested and charged for having outstanding traffic warrants back home in New Jersey on Friday night. Police discovered that Britt, 21, had three outstanding traffic warrants totaling $865.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 12:18pm | link
January 03, 2010
"Quarter By Quarter: Titans 17 Seattle 13"
Chris Johnson's rushing milestones and a Titans 8th win went hand in hand on Sunday as Tennessee downed Seattle 17-13. Johnson ran in to history during the fourth quarter when he broke the 2,000-yard barrier on a short carry. The Pro Bowl starter also set a new record for scrimmage yards in a season and the franchise record for rushing yards in a season.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 6:45pm | link
December 30, 2009
"With Harper's Season Over, Hood Handed Opportunity"
The Titans have placed cornerback Nick Harper on injured reserve prior to the season finale Sunday in Seattle.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 9:49pm | link
"Kearse's Final Game Likely Comes Sunday"
Sunday will mark the final game of a two-year, $6 million contract between defensive end Jevon Kearse and the Titans, but Kearse will most likely watch the game on the inactive list.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 9:45pm | link
December 29, 2009
"Here's What Chris Johnson Needs Sunday..."
Here's what Johnson needs Sunday at Seattle to reach more historical benchmarks:
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 5:54pm | link
December 28, 2009
"Injury Update: Expect Hood To Play Sunday In Seattle"
Titans cornerback Nick Harper experienced pain with his healing fractured forearm in the Christmas night loss to San Diego and now leads the team's injury report entering the final week of the regular season. Veteran Rod Hood is expected to receive some of the starting reps during practice this week and would start opposite Cortland Finnegan if Harper continues to experience pain with his injured arm.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 2:08pm | link
December 25, 2009
"Johnson's Personal Mark Now Titans Ultimate Goal"
Running back Chris Johnson walked off the field Friday night just 128 yards away from the 2,000 yard rushing mark on the season, a mark that would accomplish one of the preseason goals set by the second-year tailback.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 11:05pm | link
"POSTGAME NOTES: Chargers 42 Titans 17"
The game versus the Chargers marked the end of one of the longest iron-man streaks in Titans/Oilers history. On the Titans’ first offensive play of the game, Chris Johnson rushed for 25 yards. With a 17-yard run in the first quarter, Chris Johnson hit the 3,000-yard mark for his career.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 9:19pm | link
December 21, 2009
"Thornton's Message To Tulloch: ''It's Your Turn''"
When he found out the test results that effectively ended his 2009 season, it was Titans linebacker David Thornton who called middle linebacker Stephen Tulloch to send words of encouragement, not the other way around.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 6:31pm | link
"Game Notes: Titans 27 Miami 24 F - OT"
In overtime, Rob Bironas booted a 46-yard field goal to win the game. The kick was his ninth career game-winning kick (final score of game and put Titans ahead in fourth quarter or overtime) and his second of the season.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 11:15am | link
December 16, 2009
"Sparano: Dolphins Preparing For Vince Young, Not Kerry Collins"
Miami Dolphins Head Coach Tony Sparano said the uncertainty of Vince Young's hamstring injury has not thrown a wrench into how his team has started the preparing for the Titans. The Dolphins defense started the practice week expecting to see Young under center, not back up Kerry Collins.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 5:03pm | link
December 13, 2009
"Chris Johnson Postgame Notes: Titans 47 Rams 7"
With his 39-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter, Chris Johnson moved into 10th place on the team’s all-time rushing touchdowns list.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 6:37pm | link
December 11, 2009
"Collins Preparing As If He'll Start Sunday"
Just as he was prepared to take the field last Sunday in Indianapolis when quarterback Vince Young went down with a right knee injury, Kerry Collins has been placed on guard following Young's injury setback on Thursday.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 7:09pm | link
December 09, 2009
"White: I'm Tired Of Sitting The Bench"
LenDale White voiced his true opinion for the first time on Wednesday, opting to vent his frustrations instead of walking the company line as he had in previous weeks. Although not as much frustration as it was just being honest with reporters, White said he was tired of standing on the sidelines during games while Chris Johnson racked up the carries and the yards. White put it as simple as he could. He wants to play.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 4:15pm | link
December 08, 2009
"CB Rod Hood Inactive Last 2 Games: Why?"
Titans cornerback Rod Hood produced three interceptions in three games when he filled in for the injured Nick Harper last month, but with Harper back in the starting lineup the seven year veteran has watched the last two games in street clothes on the team's inactive list.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 8:28pm | link
December 06, 2009
"Washington Drops Would-Be Touchdown"
The Titans downfall didn't start in the red zone -- it began with missed opportunities, first with its key offseason free agent acquisition.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 4:21pm | link
"Quarter By Quarter: Colts 27 Titans 17"
A quarter by quarter recap of the Titans and Colts matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 3:41pm | link
December 04, 2009
"Jones Ruled Out, 4 Players Questionable For Titans"
Titans defensive tackle Jason Jones has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts, head coach Jeff Fisher said.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 3:09pm | link
December 02, 2009
"Gage Returns To Practice Wednesday"
Titans wide receiver Justin Gage returned to practice Wednesday, his first time back on the field with his teammates since suffering multiple fractures in his back when he landed after making a catch against San Francisco on Nov. 8.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 2:40pm | link
November 29, 2009
November 27, 2009
"DT Jones Unlikely To Play Sunday Vs Arizona"
Defensive tackle Jason Jones missed practice for the second-consecutive day on Friday and has been officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Arizona. Jones has missed three games with a shoulder injury, including last week's game against Houston.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 12:23pm | link
November 24, 2009
"Warner's Status Possibly In Question With Concussion-Like Symptoms"
Following a blow to the head this past Sunday, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner has a scheduled ''baseline test'' Tuesday that will factor in to his status for this Sunday's game against the Titans.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 2:04am | link
November 17, 2009
"Harper Will Start Over Hood Once Healthy"
Despite his stellar play for the Titans over the recent three game winning streak, cornerback Rod Hood will hand the starting job back to veteran Nick Harper once he returns from injury.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 5:05pm | link
November 12, 2009
"Week 10 Injury Report: Titans vs. Bills"
Here’s the list of Titans and Bills players that failed to participate fully in practice Thursday.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 2:02pm | link
November 03, 2009
"Titans Re-Sign WR Davis, Williams Released"
The Titans re-signed wide receiver Chris Davis Tuesday, giving the former 2007 draft pick another opportunity to perform in two-toned blue.
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 2:27pm | link
November 01, 2009
"Sunday's Inactives Vs Jacksonville"
Titans defensive end Jevon Kearse will be inactive Sunday against Jacksonville for the third straight game. Jevon Haye will also be down
posted by Jonathan Hutton at 12:18pm | link
