The Huddle: Mercury Morris hails Titans, chides Pats again Nov 18, 2008
"The work ethic of the Tennessee Titans ... you can see they're about business and not about fanfare," Morris said of the 10-0 Titans. "They've put themselves in the position to run the table.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Titans singing Patriotic tune: One game at a time Nov 18, 2008
That's the refrain for the Tennessee Titans, who overcame their largest deficit of the season Sunday for a 24-14 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars. They remained the NFL's only undefeated team (10-0) and can still dream of a perfect season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Four Downs: Manning again pointing hot Colts to playoffs Nov 18, 2008
At 6-4 they're still in arrears of the unbeaten Tennessee Titans in the AFC South, a division the Colts have won for the last five years. They're in the wild-card mix and there are four other clubs with the same record, including the AFC West-leading Denver Broncos. (USA Today -- Sports)
NFL Power Rankings: Week 12 Nov 18, 2008
No. 1 The Tennessee Titans (Last week: No. 1). It's hard to come up with different ways to say it every week, so here it is, plain and simple. (Suite101.com)
Thanksgiving season links for health, food, weather and more Nov 18, 2008
Football * NFL games From these Thanksgiving Day games, with times (CT) and network - Tennessee Titans at Detroit Lions, 11:30 p.m., CBS - Seattle Seahawks at Dallas Cowboys, 3:15 p.m., FOX Arizona Cardinals at Philadelphia Eagles, 7:15 p.m., NFLN - And for the football historians, check out this. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The history plus information about this year's event. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
National Digest Nov 18, 2008
The Jacksonville Jaguars came off the field at halftime thrilled with a 14-3 lead over the undefeated Tennessee Titans. Playing a team that had won nine straight, though, called for more than a half s worth of effort. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Titans rally in second half Nov 18, 2008
No matter the situation, the Tennessee Titans keep finding ways to win and staying undefeated. Kerry Collins threw three touchdown passes, Albert Haynesworth dominated defensively again and the Titans improved to 10-0 with a 24-14 victory over the Jaguars on Sunday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Jags don't want motivation issue Nov 18, 2008
RICK WILSON/Times-UnionJaguars coach Jack Del Rio paces the sideline wearing a frown after his offense goes three-and-out during the fourth quarter of Sunday's 24-14 loss to the Tennessee Titans at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium ... The Jaguars responded by beating the winless Detroit Lions a week ago, but they couldn't sustain it in the second half of Sunday's home game against the unbeaten Tennessee Titans and fell to 4-6. (Florida Times-Union)
Titans to 10-0 Nov 17, 2008
That somewhat explains the ebullience that wrapped the Tennessee Titans wide receiver after a 24-14 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars kept his team's perfect record intact. PHOTOS: BESTS AND WORSTS. (USA Today -- Sports)
Packers play 'November' way, wallop Bears to even NFC North Nov 17, 2008
The Packers rushed for 200 yards and did it against a defense that allowed the Tennessee Titans only 20 rushing yards a week ago. The Bears did not bring their linebackers up into the gaps as much against the Packers as they did against the Titans and tried to stop the run with their front seven. (USA Today -- Sports)
Indy rallies Nov 17, 2008
Barring a collapse by the Tennessee Titans in the AFC South, the Colts understand their path to the playoffs likely rests with a wild-card berth. Manning threw for 320 yards and two touchdowns. (USA Today -- Sports)
Thompson takes King of the Peak Nov 17, 2008
Cody Thompson hadn't planned on missing Sunday's NFL game between "his" Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans. Of course, he also hadn't planned on winning six consecutive five-man heats to capture the 13th edition of the $10,000 Quiksilver King of the Peak surfing contest. (Florida Today)
Gates can make history today Nov 17, 2008
The Tennessee Titans will attempt to become the second NFL team in as many seasons to start the season 10-0 when they face the Jacksonville Jaguars today. And the more they win, the more the Titans move into rare company. (Florida Today)
Titans beat Jaguars, improve to 10-0 Nov 17, 2008
No matter the situation, the Tennessee Titans keep finding ways to win. And stay unbeaten. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Perfect 10: Titans rally past Jags for 24-14 win Nov 17, 2008
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback David Garrard, center, is sacked by Tennessee Titans linebacker David Thornton, right, and Tennessee Titans linebacker Stephen Tulloch, left, in the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008, in Jacksonville, Fla ... The Jacksonville Jaguars came off the field at halftime thrilled with a 14-3 lead over the undefeated Tennessee Titans. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
New York Giants Defeat Baltimore Ravens 30-10; Tennessee Remains Unbeaten Nov 17, 2008
Nov. 17 (Bloomberg) -- The New York Giants ran their record to 9-1 by beating the Baltimore Ravens 30-10, while the Tennessee Titans remained the National Football League's only undefeated team with a 24-14 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. of the Giants ran for 73 yards and two touchdowns as the NFL's best ground attack gained 207 total yards yesterday at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Bloomberg -- US)
Injury puts DB Carr in lead role for Titans Nov 17, 2008
Chris Carr knows his role with the Tennessee Titans but stays ready in case his current job description expands. That happened on the fly Sunday in the Titans' 24-14 victory over the Jaguars, and Carr's performance was one of the turning points in his team remaining unbeaten. (Florida Times-Union)
Second half was painful reminder Nov 17, 2008
It's bad enough the Jaguars were officially eliminated from the AFC South title picture Sunday by losing to their dreaded nemesis, the Tennessee Titans. The worst part is the manner in which this 24-14 setback happened at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium. (Florida Times-Union)
Panthers' 'D' deserves 'A' Nov 16, 2008
Carolina (7-2) ranks second behind the Tennessee Titans (9-0) in points allowed (133), and its defense has allowed fewer touchdowns than any other (11). Last year, the Panthers gave up 18 TDs in their first nine games and 35 for the season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
BILL SPELTZ: Griz 'backer shares dad's titanic drive Nov 16, 2008
Like his father, Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher, Brandon is a positive guy oozing with intelligence. Unlike his dad, who utilizes his even keel as the NFL's longest tenured coach, Brandon is more inclined to pump his fist when he deems necessary. (Missoulian, MT)
Weaver still hopeful, bullish on future Nov 16, 2008
Instead, the team is 4-5 heading into today's game against the undefeated Tennessee Titans. In a wide-ranging interview with Vito Stellino of the Times-Union earlier this week, Weaver discussed his view of this season and the team's future. (Florida Times-Union)
Turnovers Handcuff 'Dogs In Season-Opening Loss At Belmont, 78-60 Nov 15, 2008
Samford alumnus and current standout cornerback for the Tennessee Titans, Cortland Finnegan, was in attendance at Friday night's game. During the game, Finnegan sat next to country music star and Belmont fan, Vince Gill. (Samfordsports.com)
Henderson won't face Titans Nov 15, 2008
Defensive tackle John Henderson will miss his second consecutive game because of injury Sunday when the Jaguars host the Tennessee Titans at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium. The Jaguars also ruled out Troy Williamson because of a groin injury, and fellow wide receiver Matt Jones didn't participate in Friday's workout but is listed as questionable on the final injury report with a thigh bruise. (Florida Times-Union)
Ex-Noles star always does the job Nov 15, 2008
Pigskin forecast: Jaguars over Tennessee Titans by 7 (Goliath-killing pebbles); Florida over South Carolina by 20 (bubble screens); Florida State over Boston College by 3 (street brawlers); Georgia over Auburn by 4 (defense search parties); Navy over Notre Dame by 6 (Charlie Weis disapproval ratings). Last week: 4 right, 1 NFL Network production. (Florida Times-Union)
Even better as champions? Giants dominating title defense Nov 14, 2008
The 9-0 Tennessee Titans, who are atop the AFC, might argue the point. Other expected contenders such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles probably wouldn't. (USA Today -- Sports)
WEEK 11 PREVIEWS Nov 14, 2008
Tennessee Titans (9-0) at Jacksonville Jaguars (4-5). Sunday, 4:15, CBS (Dick Enberg, Randy Cross). (USA Today -- Sports)
Best CMA moments Nov 14, 2008
Raspy Rock - Kid Rock, decked out in a Tennessee Titans football jersey, was entertaining as he performed his mega-hit All Summer Long. But his voice sounded more gravelly than usual. Is it possible the party-hearty rocker had been acting out part of the song's chorus before the broadcast. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Minnesota back is Mobile and agile Nov 14, 2008
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The Tennessee Titans are a team that embarrasses people. Any NFL club that has reached the 9-0 level usually has least half a dozen Pro Bowl spots wrapped up by now and a couple of book contracts in the works. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Marvez: Advancing the Lesnar-Couture UFC heavyweight match Nov 14, 2008
Tennessee Titans defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch will spend his 30th birthday partaking in another Monday-night tradition besides football -- pro wrestling. Vanden Bosch and numerous teammates will attend a live TNA Wrestling show Monday night in Nashville. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Burke enjoying ESPN stint on the sideline Nov 14, 2008
He said the 9-0 Tennessee Titans are a more complete team than last season's Patriots squad that had a perfect regular season. "When you're talking about Tom Brady during a 16-0 year, you knew it was going to come down to a Tom Brady-Peyton Manning situation because we are in an era of dominant quarterbacks," said Billick. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Titans’ air attack efficient, effective Nov 14, 2008
NASHVILLE The Tennessee Titans finally have made it tough on defenses. Kerry Collins has proven he can win games with his arm. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Titans aren't taking it easy Nov 14, 2008
Tennessee Titans quarterback Kerry Collins reportedly listens every day to the song Good Time by country music singer Alan Jackson on the way to and from work. It's a routine born from superstition that kicked in with the start of Tennessee's nine-game winning streak. (Florida Times-Union)
MVP ticket: Which tandem has been most influential in '08? Nov 13, 2008
-Chris Johnson, Tennessee Titans: Haynesworth (Page 4) has anchored what is arguably the league's top defense. No team has allowed fewer points (13. (USA Today -- Sports)
O'Quinn steps up in playoffs Nov 13, 2008
" Barron and Coach Mike Goff work with the defensive line. O'Quinn said his favorite college team is West Virginia, because his uncle, D.J. Shaw, is a junior defensive tackle for the Mountaineers. Shaw played two years at Copiah-Lincoln Community College before moving to West Virginia. On Sundays, O'Quinn enjoys watching the Tennessee Titans. His favorite NFL player is veteran defensive end Dwight Freeney of the Indianapolis Colts. ?The Daily Leader 2008 Send us your community news, events,... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Scouting report on the Steelers: Nov 13, 2008
Three weeks ago, the best team in the AFC might've been Pittsburgh, even if the Tennessee Titans were (and are) still undefeated. That was before quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's health and misfired passes became a huge issue in the Steel City. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Boxing ring in Ohio stolen, leaving gym on the ropes Nov 13, 2008
Jevon Kearse lives up to his nickname as The Freak with a sculpted, muscular body but that doesn't mean the Tennessee Titans defensive end doesn't know how to have fun. The 6-foot-4, 260-pound Kearse wore a pink headband given to him by a first-grade student Tuesday for a couple of minutes while jumping rope. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Here comes hunter Favre Nov 13, 2008
Forget the matchup with the undefeated Tennessee Titans in two weeks. In order to move forward, the Jets must exorcise the red, white and blue demons that have haunted them for so long.. (Albany Times Union)
Questions Need to Be Answered at LB Nov 13, 2008
Rodgers followed a poor-throwing game in an overtime loss at the Tennessee Titans the previous week by running into a pressure-filled buzzsaw in the Packers' 28-27 setback at the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Horrid pass protection conspired to knock Rodgers to the Metrodome turf at least a dozen times, including four sacks, and he didn't have a touchdown pass for only the second time this season as he went 15-of-26 for a season-low 142 yards. (PackerReport.com)
GERRY DULACS WEEK 10 NFL FORECAST (Today) Nov 13, 2008
Tennessee Titans (9-0) at Jacksonville Jaguars (4-5), 4:15 p.m. -- The Titans opened the season with a victory against the Jaguars and they haven't looked back. Right now, they don't even have to look over their shoulder at Indianapolis. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Titans must stop Jags’ run game Nov 13, 2008
NASHVILLE The Tennessee Titans are back where they started the season, needing to stop Maurice Jones-Drew and Fred Taylor. They couldn t have started any better than holding not only the talented duo but all the Jaguars to a combined 33 yards rushing in a 17-10 win. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Better health, better secondary Nov 13, 2008
But against the unbeaten Tennessee Titans on Sunday, it might be just the opposite for the Jaguars, based on the improving health and play of their defensive backs. "This is the healthiest we've been all season," backup safety Pierson Prioleau said. (Florida Times-Union)
Nwaneri facing a big task Nov 13, 2008
RICK WILSON/The Times-UnionJacksonville Jaguars guard #77 Uche Nwaneri blocks Tennessee Titans defensive tackle #92 Albert Haynesworth in the fourth quarter during the Jags season opening 17-10 loss at LP Field on September 7 in Nashville, Tenn. The way Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio described the unbeaten Tennessee Titans on Wednesday, his team might need a slingshot this weekend. (Florida Times-Union)
Titans rise with Young down, out Nov 13, 2008
It was undoubtedly a defining blow, but let's not forget the less-publicized collision two hours later when Jaguars linebacker Daryl Smith shoved Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young to the ground. Young's sprained medial collateral ligament was a season-changer, too - for the 9-0 Titans and everyone else now in their AFC rearview mirror. (Florida Times-Union)
Are The Colts Catching Their Stride? Nov 12, 2008
While Indianapolis hasn't been mathematically eliminated from the AFC South divisional hunt, the Tennessee Titans now with a 9-0 record will be tough to catch over the remainder of the regular-season schedule. With a 5-4 record, the Colts will return to Lucas Oil Stadium this week to face divisional rival Houston before going back on the road to play at San Diego and Cleveland. (ColtsNews.US)
Pack in pros Nov 12, 2008
Signed by the Chicago Bears three weeks ago but was not active for their 21-14 loss to the Tennessee Titans. WR. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Take the trivia challenge Nov 12, 2008
Tennessee Titans RB LenDale White leads the NFL with 11 touchdowns. Where did he play his college ball. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldogs in the NFL Nov 12, 2008
DAVID STEWART, T, Tennessee Titans: Started in a 21-14 win over the Chicago Bears; Season nine games played, nine starts. RANDY THOMAS, G, Washington Redskins: Started in a 23-6 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers; Season- nine games, nine starts. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Gilbreath named Mr. Football finalist Nov 12, 2008
Gilbreath will be among those honored by the TSSAA at the 24th Annual Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards that are presented to the state s top 14 backs and linemen in seven classifications as well as the state s top kicker. The award ceremony is set for Dec. 1 at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center in Murfreesboro. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Update On Former Illini In The NFL Nov 11, 2008
FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL SITE OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Currently there are 19 former Fighting Illini football players in the National Football League, 16 of whom are on active rosters. (Fightingillini.com)
Redhawks Host No. 20 UT Martin on Senior Day Saturday Nov 11, 2008
is the starting left guard for the Tennessee Titans , plays tight end for the Baltimore Ravens, plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs while is an offensive lineman for the New England Patriots practice squad. NEBRASKA CONNECTION: Eight Southeast coaches have ties to Nebraska. (Gosoutheast.com)
NFL Power Rankings: Week 11 Nov 11, 2008
The Tennessee Titans (Last week: No. 1). It's true, Kerry Collins is not going to have anywhere near the kind of game he had last weekend perhaps ever again, but there are few teams that are going to be able to stuff the Titans' running game the way the Bears did. (Suite101.com)
NFL: Titans stay perfect with big day by Collins Nov 11, 2008
The surging Tennessee Titans keep winning, and the listless Detroit Lions keep losing. Kerry Collins threw for 289 yards and two touchdowns, and Tennessee beat the Chicago Bears 21-14 Sunday to stay perfect through nine games despite rushing for just 20 yards, a franchise-low for a team that had been third in the league. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
No-frills Titans getting it done Nov 11, 2008
Advertisements Teresa M. Walker, The Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. - The Tennessee Titans are a lot like the piece of tape defensive end Jevon Kearse stuck between the numbers on his chest to point out their 9-0 start. It's not gaudy or glitzy. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Packers lose Barnett for season Nov 11, 2008
Rodgers followed a poor-throwing game in an overtime loss at the Tennessee Titans the previous week by running into a pressure-filled buzz saw in the Packers 28-27 setback at the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Horrid pass protection conspired to knock Rodgers to the Metrodome turf at least a dozen times, including four sacks, and he didnt have a touchdown pass for only the second time this season as he went 15-of-26 for a season-low 142 yards. (BearReport.com)
Titans' blue-collar approach helping rack up wins Nov 11, 2008
- The Tennessee Titans are a lot like the piece of tape defensive end Jevon Kearse stuck between the numbers on his chest to point out their 9-0 start. It's not gaudy or glitzy. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ross TuckerINSIDE THE NFL Nov 11, 2008
Kerry Collins, Tennessee Titans quarterback. Just when we had the Titans pegged as primarily a run-only team, they find another way to win. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Titans go to 9-0 via airways Nov 11, 2008
Even though they kept losing yards, the Tennessee Titans refused to lose the game ... Tennessee Titans wide receiver Justin Gage celebrates his touchdown reception from quarterback Kerry Collins during the third quarter of the Titans' 21-14 win over the Chicago Bears in an NFL football game at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sunday ... Tennessee Titans defensive end Jevon Kearse reacts after placing a piece of tape between his jersey numbers to signify the Titans' undefeated record of 9-0 after... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Titans beat Bears to remain unbeaten at 9-0 Nov 10, 2008
Then, he shrugged it off and had his best game, throwing for a season-high 289 yards and two touchdowns to lead the unbeaten Tennessee Titans to a 21-14 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. One thing: The big hit came two days earlier. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
It's a near misstep for unbeaten Titans Nov 10, 2008
Even though they kept losing yards, the Tennessee Titans refused to lose the game. Now, they're 9-0 despite one of the worst rushing performances in franchise history: just 20 yards. (Boston Globe)
Titans tame Bears 21-14 Nov 10, 2008
AP photo - Tennessee Titans wide receiver Justin Gage (12) celebrates his touchdown reception during the third quarter of the Titans 21-14 win over the Chicago Bears in an NFL game at in Chicago Sunday ... Even though they kept losing yards, the Tennessee Titans refused to lose the game. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Titans hold on for victory (28) Nov 10, 2008
The Bears are not yet the team they want to be, not when they could look across the field Sunday and see a superior version of themselves in the Tennessee Titans. The Titans won the sort of game the Bears once took pride in winning, pulling out a 21-14 victory at Soldier Field to remain undefeated. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Viewpoint: Defense, not Grossman, the problem Nov 10, 2008
After all, with Grossman taking up so much of fans negative attention after the Bears 21-14 loss to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, people will spend less time wondering why Babich s defense continues to make middling NFL quarterbacks look like Johnny Unitas. Having watched this defense all season, Grossman probably wishes he would have left the team. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Still spotless Nov 10, 2008
By Mike Dodd, USA TODAY CHICAGO Tennessee Titans quarterback stood at the podium in the basement of Soldier Field on Sunday with a nasty looking cut across the bridge of his nose. It didn't come from the Chicago Bears' defense. (USA Today -- Sports)
Theismann still has NFL in his heart Nov 10, 2008
After Fox studio analyst Terry Bradshaw made a string of predictions Sunday including saying New York Jet Brett Favre would announce his retirement before the season ends and the Pittsburgh Steelers would break the Tennessee Titans' undefeated streak on Dec. 21 his colleague Howie Long responded with a global perspective: "I know there's one laptop the Chinese government doesn't want to hack into." Cris Collinsworth, as the NFL Network opened its season with the Denver Broncos vs. Cleveland... (USA Today -- Sports)
