What the Titans need in the draft

(@FauxJakeLocker)

The NFL Draft. It's the peak of hell. Hell being the NFL offseason. It means we're almost there, we almost made it through another 7 months of the worst time of the year. The draft gives teams hope. It gives fans hope. This post is about what will give we Titans fans hope, and maybe, just MAYBE, allow us to finally keep that hope for reaching Jersey, past week 4 or 5 for once. Because let's be honest, it's hell knowing your team is going to miss the playoffs.... again.

Now I may be a little bias on these picks, because these are actually the only ones I know that well... Because i'm an Alabama fan.

But anyway

In all reality, our 10th overall pick should be used on an offensive lineman. And let's be honest, we all know Luke Joeckel is going earlier. So why don't we settle for the next best thing, Chance Warmack. I watched Chance the past couple years, and he is simply great. He's got good size for a lineman, and who cares about that when you just watch his ability to block?

Round 1, pick 10:
The Tennessee Titans take Chance Warmack, Guard, from the University of Alabama

Next... Alabama RB Eddie Lacy, assuming he is available. Again, sounds bias, but I watched these guys the past few years. The hard truth for Titans fans: we NEED a power back that can share some snaps with CJ2K. CJ is fast, but doesn't have the power in him to knock guys down and carry people for 15 yards. You can't really even consider him a short yard option, because for that, you need someone who can break away from a hit. Don't get me wrong, CJ can sure as hell break some tackles, but Eddie Lacy... That guy just carries whole defenses on him and gets into the end zone, or gets the first down, whatever is necessary  And that's not even the best part.  He's not just a power back. He can outrun a lot of guys as well. SO...

Round 2, Pick 8:
The Tennessee Titans take Eddie Lacy, Running Back, from the University of Alabama

The only thing I may rather take here would be something on the defensive side of the ball, since we obviously aren't top-notch over there...

Why we need Revis

(@FauxJakeLocker)
Let me paint you a picture.

"The score is 28-24. The Titans are going to need a good stop here with just 3 seconds left. It'll be tough but the Colts could pull this one out with a Hail Mary pass. Luck hikes the ball. He takes a second in the pocket. Rolls out. He sees a receiver BUSTED COVERAGE! BUSTED COVERAGE! The ball is thrown deep to Reggie Wayne! IT'S PERFECT! THE PASS IS CAUGHT TOUCHDOWN COLTS, THE COLTS HAVE WON!!! IT'S A MIRACLE!!!

Now let me paint you the same picture with Darelle Revis in at Corner.

"The score is 28-24. The Titans are going to need a good stop here with just 3 seconds left. It'll be tough but the Colts could pull this one out with a Hail Mary pass. Luck hikes the ball. He takes a second in the pocket. Rolls out. Throws it deeeeep!! INTERCEPTED! INTERCEPTED THE TITANS HAVE WON! DARELLE REVIS CAPS OFF THE GAME IN STYLE! THE TITANS ARE HEADED TO THE PLAYOFFS!

Which sounds better?
Although the chances of this actually happening are slim to none, Darelle Revis would help a completely messed up defense. Our defense was ranked 22nd in pass defense this year (NFL.com). Revis could easily be the best corner in football. So what a couple of injuries have him down and out? You get over [most] injuries. You don't get over passing up an offer on Revis. The only defensive backs we have are Jason McCourty and Michael Griffin (sometimes). Revis would change the entire landscape of the Titans defense. Revis is top-notch when it comes to man-coverage (something i find much more effective than zone). If the Jets are stupid enough to actually trade him, we take that offer and run, almost no matter what they ask. (keyword almost).

In conclusion, TAKE REVIS.

Titans Top Needs And Dont Needs: Offense

QB: I believe that we should stay with Jake Locker and let him develop over time. He has showed great footwork and throw power. He's basically just like Colin Kaepernick (Minus the accuracy and awesome TD Signature.) I believe if he gets the right coaches he could possibly be a little bit like Aaron Rodgers, just let him develop.


RB: Why the heck am I Talking about this category? We have CJ2K.

WR: This season, it is obvious that Titans owner Bud Adams loves Young Receivers. He shocked the draft last year and picked up Kendall Wright out of Baylor. Just about EVERYTIME I see the ball coming to Kendall, he catches it. Kendall Wright is a future stud, just like I said about Jake Locker, if you be patient with these guys their opportunities will come. Also it is needed to point out the titans are committed to Kenny Britt Despite Off The Field issues. I believe Kenny Britt has done well on the field, doesn't drop that many passes. Although I hate to say it, but I do not think Nate Washington is the answer. He can make stellar plays, but his consistency is not looking so good. I was stoked when he made that catch against the lions (SERIOUSLY GOOGLE THAT MESS!) But he just became silent throughout the year, this year's free agency class when it comes to receivers is outstanding. Wes Welker and Greg Jennings (And possibly Hakeem Nicks or Victor Cruz) are highlighting that category. But as I said in my last blog, Mike Wallace has led the steelers in catches basically ever since he's been there, he is very explosive and can make those deep plays that the titans are lacking.

TE: Jared Cook Jr. Hasn't been showin his likeness to the titans. He is looking like he'll hit up the free agency and go to the Atlanta Falcons to replace Tony Gonzalez and the world is happy. However the titans still need to fill this position. Safe to say the TE category for this free agency sucks. If anything I'd choose Martillieus Benett. He is the TE for the New York Giants. He is very flexible and produced huge numbers with Eli Manning, however he was overshadowed by his WRs Victor Cruz and Hakeem Nicks. This would be a very wise move by bud adams to make.


Offensive Line- The offensive line of the titans (Was) the best in the league, however they have had bruises in the form I broken ligaments, fun huh? I believe though that this free agency is mainly O-Line men and WRs. There are many offensive lineman to choose from from Jake Long to Marshall Yanda. However, I think there are only 2 O-Lineman pieces we need. First one should be obvious, a frickin center. Seems like last year the titans tried to get Jeff Saturday to pursue Peyton Manning. Turns out they didnt get anyone. However, a center should be one of their top priorities. Next is an offensive guard. Honestly there are 3 major O-Linemen, Thats Steve Hutchinson, David Stewet, and Michael Roos. I the titans can fill out those 2 more O-Linemen, our offense will have a fun year.

Keep or Kut (QB)

(@FauxJakeLocker)

I'd like to open with a quote.

"I'm too drunk to taste this chicken"
-Colonel Sanders

Did I rip this off of Talladega Nights? Damn straight. Does it have anything to do with this? Hell no. Now that that's out of the way, i'll give an introduction to this post series i'm creating. It's called Keep or Kut. I'll go through every position on the roster and every player, arguing the pros and/or cons of keeping the player. I'll start from the top.

QB Keep or Kut:

• Jake Locker: Keep. For now anyway. Let's be honest, i've said it before and i'll say it now. Jake Locker has potential, but if the coaches at Baptist Sports Park want Jake to flourish, I sure hope they get him going in the right direction. Locker is young. He has time to redeem himself, but he currently isn't in good standing with some Titans fans. A franchise's prosperity revolves around the QB. So if Jake doesn't improve in his Junior year, he better get it together. Or next year that highlighted word at the top might turn into a Kut.
• Matt Hasslebeck: Keep. Matt's contract expires next year anyway even if this was a cut, so it'd be a waste. But look, one no one can argue is that the Titans have one of the best backups in the league in Hasslebeck. One may actually argue that he should start. I'd be fine with that, since we did have a reasonable season when he played 2 seasons ago, while Locker observed. But anyway, a backup is important, especially when you have someone that's already been hurt twice in his career. So this one's probably going to be a keep 'til he retires.
• Rusty Smith: Kut. Or Keep. This ones a toss up. There's truthfully only one way to describe Rusty. He sucks. But he's a 3rd-stringer. He's not expected to be good. The Titans will keep him i'm sure, but it's sort of a waste of space. The NFL only requires 2 active QBs. At least put him in reserves. We don't need to dress him. But like i said, it's not a huge deal when it comes to Rusty.

Tomorrow: Keep or Kut (RB)

Gregg Williams

(@douchycj2k)

Saints Vs. Vikings, NFC Championship. Brett Favre hopes to end his career on a top note by beating the odds and critics an winning the Super Bowl As he goes out. Then he gets hit with North Korean Missles, as resilient as he is though, he fights through it and gets back in the game, knowing this is do or die. Then absolutely getting exploded, Dies, and the New Orlean Saints Win Their First Superbowl In Franchise History as Bourbon Street goes insane and gets drunk as ****.

Seems just like yesterday huh?

Turns out those North Korean Bullets weren't sent from Kim Jong. They were sent from Gregg Williams, The saints defensive coordinator. Instantly the price to pay was some HUGE draft picks, suspensions, firings, and a jealous North Korean. Gregg Williams gets kicked from the NFL. Well while Gregg Williams got kicked, he lost about 2/3 of his weight, and grew a Taliban beard. Well Titans coach mike munchak barely gets off the hook with a ****** off bud adams, he figures i the chiefs could beat the saints, something must've changed down in New Orleans. Mike gives Roger Goodell a few snickers and suddenly as Gregg Williams rejoices from his reinstatement, a few seconds later he gets a call from, guess who, Mike Munchak.

Wanna know where the kicker comes in?

Gregg Williams gets signed to a 1-Year contract, but why not put a guy like Gregg Williams at a higher spot besides Senior Defensive Coach, whatever BS. Titans allow the 6th most points last season. Yea, it was that bad. Why not take a guy like Gregg and put him at defensive coordinator, cause something's obviously wrong. If your gonna hire Gregg Williams over Rob Ryan, why not sign him to something bigger? Unless its for media attention. If so keep Randy Moss and Sign Peyton Manning last year.

Can you say Dream Team?

But lets go back to Bud Adam's world. The biggest guy you got on defense is Michael Grifin. Recently though I have seen signs of life from the defense in their last games (Mainly the Jets, Jags, And colts games.) Senderick Marks is probably a very underrated lineman. I mean the way I saw him get to the QB was amazing! His stats sucked however, due to his lack of playing time. Hopefully Gregg Williams finds a way to keep this guy, definitely a future star. While we're at it, lets talk about the cornerbacks. Alterreun Verner has been doing outstanding, he may of only got 2 interceptions last year, but he rarely gets thrown too. Now back to Gregg Williams. Besides the talent I mentioned, Thats basically all I got besides Jason McCourty. Gregg Williams has a defense-heavy draft coming up, and several good defensive guys in the free agency. Don't be thinking #1 defense in the league, but if Andrew Luck gets into a sophomore slump, And the jaguars continue to be the jaguars, we could have a team getting a Wild Card Berth.


(@DouchyCJ2K)

Kenny Britt Troubles

(@FauxJakeLocker)
Kenny Britt in my mind is an elite receiver. I know that if I was actually Jake Locker, I'd be pretty P/O'ed about losing my best WR. Nate Washington and Kendall Wright could get the job done I suppose, but Britt just brings a whole new level to the game. I understand that having someone as troubled off the field as Kenny Britt is, is a risk, but you have to understand, Tennessee doesn't have a very elite receiving core as it is. Cutting Kenny Britt drops the rating, by me, from a B- to probably a C or C-. Now if coach Munchak desperately wants to cut Kenny to avoid any type of disruptive behavior from him, he better make sure he pushes harder than 31 other NFL teams for Greg Jennings. The way I see it, a good receiving core can take a team to the top. Obviously a good QB is pretty essential to accompany the receivers, but Jake Locker will hopefully turn into that. So my final point is this, although I don't think the Titans should cut Kenny Britt JUST YET, if they decide to, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE pick up Greg Jennings.

P.S. We probably should have kept Randy Moss as well.

Offseason Problems and Their Solutions

(@FauxJakeLocker) 

1. Hey guys it's my first blog, so hang with me here. The first thing i'd like to address about the Tennessee Titans, is offseason problems. Obviously the first problem we probably all know about is the whole Chris Johnson situation. For those who have yet to hear about it, the Tennessee front office has contemplated releasing the star running back, due to money problems. According to ESPN's Paul Kuharsky(AFC South blogger), the Titans are currently going into the offseason with the highest cap space in the league, assuming the cap ceiling stays approximately the same as last years. Chris Johnson may be getting slightly overpaid, but let's be honest, isn't he worth it? That "2K" at the end of "CJ" was EARNED. He was just the 6th player to break 2,000 yards rushing. Johnson is the fastest guy in the league, not to mention his great ability to break tackles, as well as break a few ankles of course. Although $9 million is a ton of money to guarantee someone at a position that is one of the most dangerous in the NFL, CJ2K is worth the risk. I can't consider this a huge problem, because I truthfully do believe Mike Munchak is a smart guy. So the fix is simple. DON'T CUT CJ2K! 

2. The second big offseason problem is the development of QB Jake Locker. Here's the question that has still not been answered: Is Locker the Titans' QB of the Future? The Titans have quietly gone through a QB riot since the moment Air McNair left. It all started when we drafted Vince Young. Do I believe VY didn't have potential? Absolutely not. He had potential to be one of the best QB's the organization had ever seen. Once injuries began to plague him, his sanity deteriorated and the suicide attempt ended his time with the Titans. Personally I really liked Vince. I still have a jersey with the name YOUNG across the back. I wish he had made it. But he didn't. So now we turn to his carbon-copy Jake Locker. I think Jake Locker is a good QB. I think he will be the future of this organization. But if Munchak and company want that to happen, they better start keeping him healthy and make sure he starts to develop, because that's where Jeff Fisher went wrong with VY. If Locker keeps getting hurt and his development doesn't  get better, we're looking at VY part II.  

3. Quite possibly one of the largest problems of the offseason is the offensive line. The Titans had one of the best O-Lines out there, until injury started. Now with Steve Hutchinson possibly retiring and Eugene Amano's well-being questionable, what do we do? The fix to this could be simple. We can look at some o-linemen in free agency. There are certainly some good ones out there, such as Eben Britten or Louis Vasquez. Or we could simply draft a good lineman or two. The current draft projections actually have the Titans taking Chance Warmack at the #10 overall pick. Me being a Bama fan, I surely would like this, but as a Titan fan, i still like the idea. Warmack is a great blocker and can really help CJ2K and, more importantly, keep Jake Locker off the ground so much.

So these are the biggest offseason problems through my eyes. Obviously we are a 6-10 team, so deeper problems lie within. I can't cover them all by any means, but maybe i've hit some good points. Any ideas? email me at fakejakelock@gmail.com. Thanks for reading!

Hey it's @DouchyCJ2K here with my first official blog. Just want to say I live near the Nashville area and cue in on 104.5 the zone frequently. Just want to say that this offseason can mean alot to the Tennessee Titans if bud adams stop using stripper singles. The hottest person on the free agency coming up is Greg Jennings. Don't get your hopes up high though. The titans have decided to re-commit to Kenny Britt as a franchise receiver. However, britt could use some help at the receiving core. Look at someone like the steelers WR Mike Wallace. He can get off the defender and he is one of the fastest receivers in the NFL. Also look at New England patriots receiver Julian Edleman, he also will become a free agent and if the titans pick him up, he also doubles as a kickoff returner. Julian also has an arm which could be huge for the titans "Music City Miracle" plays. On the defensive side, don't be suprised if the titans grab Manti Te'o out of Norte Dame in the first round. As crazy as it sounds, Colin McCarthy is frequently getting beat up and the titans are lacking that playmaker defender. Some are comparing manti to Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, who speaking of which, Ray's teammate Ed Reef is also goin to be a possible free agent. How huge would it be to have Michael Griffin and Ed Reed side to side at the safety Position. As of The New York Jets Darelle Revis, don't be expecting him to come to tennessee, the jets face tennessee in the upcoming schedule and don't want to possibly be embarrassed, plus sources are reporting the miners and Seahawks are intrested in his talent. Who knows though, it's only week 1 of the offseason.


-@DouchyCJ2K

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