Tennessee Titans (Madden 07)

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Week 1 Recap

AFC South

Team	Record	PF	PA	Home	Road
	1-0	42	17	0-0	1-0
	1-0	40	13	1-0	0-0
	1-0	15	13	0-0	1-0
	0-1	17	42	0-1	1-0

Week 1 Offensive Player of the Week



Marvin Harrison, WR, Colts: 12 receptions, 139 yards, 4 TDs

Week 1 Defensive Player of the Week



Eric Barton, OLB, Jets: 13 tackles, INT, FF

Injury Update
-Vikings C Matt Birk out for season (broken collarbone)
-Seahawks OLB Leroy Hill out for season (broken ankle)
-Bears RB Cedric Benson out 8 weeks (strained knee)
-Patriots QB Tom Brady out 4 weeks (dislocated elbow)

[elicoleman]

WTF at Brady?!?!

He does NOT get hurt.

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Week 2 Preview: Tennessee Titans (1-0) @ Houston Texans (1-0)

Keys to Victory

1. Lets let our "big uglies" wear down their defensive line. We could run all day if that happens.

2. We can win this game on defense. Our defensive line is really good and their offensive line is less than impressive. Lets get penetration and see what we can make happen.

3. We should let Vince Young get into a rhythm vs. their secondary. He could have a great day against these guys.

What to watch for when Tennessee has the ball:



The Texans have shown signs that newly-signed CB Tory James will cover rookie burner Ted Ginn. This will be a huge mistake if it happens. Dunta Robinson is a MUCH faster corner, and if James covers Ginn, there is a good chance Ginn will leave him in the dust.

What to watch for when Houston has the ball:




This game could be the best matchup of wideouts vs. corners this season. Pacman Jones and new Titan Champ Bailey take on Andre Johnson and new Texan Calvin Johnson. But the Titans will win this matchup unless Texan rookie QB JaMarcus Russell improves upon his debut: 11-30, 90 yards, 3 INTs, and a 5.6 QB rating.

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Turnovers doom Titans
VY's 2nd return to Houston is disasterous
Ginn catches winning TD with no time left; negated by offensive PI

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TEAMS 1 2 3 4 OT F Tennessee (1-1) 0 9 0 0 9 Houston (2-0) 7 6 0 3 16

Visitor GAME STATS Home 306 Total Yds 183 17 First Downs 11 150 Rushing Yds 132 26-2 Rushes-Fumb 36-1 0 Rushing TD 0 156 Passing Yds 51 14-34-0 Comp-Att-TD 7-12-0 3 Interceptions 0 7-15 3rd Down Conv. 2-10 20:30 Time of Pos. 23:30

Scoring Summary

1st Quarter
1. HOU, Brown, 67 yard INT return (Brown kick), 0:37; 7-0 HOU

2nd Quarter
2. TEN, Bironas, 40 yard FG, 9:28; 7-3 HOU
3. TEN, Bironas, 46 yard FG, 8:19; 7-6 HOU
4. HOU, Brown, 51 yard FG, 2:46; 10-6 HOU
5. HOU, Brown, 31 yard FG, 1:17; 13-6 HOU
6. TEN, Bironas, 48 yard FG, 0:45; 13-9 HOU

4th Quarter
7. HOU, Brown, 26 yard FG, 0:44; 16-9 HOU

Player of the Game

Ron Dayne

Tennessee Titans

Passing
Vince Young: 12-28, 156 yards, 3 INTs, 2 sacks
Kerry Collins: 2-6, 12 yards

Rushing
Vince Young: 8 carries, 71 yards, 2 fumbles
Travis Henry: 9 carries, 43 yards
LenDale White: 9 carries, 36 yards

Receiving
Ted Ginn, Jr.: 4 receptions, 66 yards; 4 KR, 128 yards; 3 PR, 26 yards
Travis Henry: 3 receptions, 15 yards
David Givens: 3 receptions, 44 yards
Ben Troupe: 3 receptions, 29 yards
Steve Smith: 1 reception, 14 yards

Defense
Keith Bulluck: 11 tackles, TFL
Albert Haynesworth: 6 tackles, FF, FR
Jevon Kearse: 5 tackles
Adrian Wilson: 5 tackles, FF
Michael Griffin: 4 tackles
Pacman Jones: 4 tackles

Kicking
Rob Bironas: 3-3 FGs

Houston Texans

Passing
JaMarcus Russell: 7-12, 57 yards, 1 sack

Rushing
Ron Dayne: 29 carries, 125 yards, fumble
Brian Leonard: 4 carries, 7 yards
Wali Lundy: 2 carries, 1 yard
JaMarcus Russell: 1 carry, -1 yard

Receiving
Andre Johnson: 4 receptions, 23 yards
Calvin Johnson: 2 receptions, 26 yards
Owen Daniels: 1 reception, 8 yards

Defense
Mario Williams: 6 tackles, TFL, FR
Dunta Robinson: 5 tackles, sack, INT
DeMeco Ryans: 5 tackles, TFL
Na'il Diggs: 4 tackles, 2 FF
Randall Gay: 4 tackles, sack
C.C. Brown: 3 tackles, INT, TD

Kicking
Kris Brown: 3-3 FGs, 1-1 PAT

Quotes

"Today was obviously very frustrating...the offense was horrible, and it spoiled a good defensive performance...don't be confused, there's no quarterback controversy. Vince is our guy. He just got a little too emotional out there, and we yanked him to calm him down, and he almost brought us back. Crap happens." - Head Coach Jeff Fisher

[elicoleman]

Ron Dayne is a beast you simply cannot contain.

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Week 2 Recap

AFC South

Team	Record	PF	PA	Home	Road
	2-0	31	22	1-0	1-0
	1-1	51	33	0-0	1-1
	1-1	63	38	1-0	0-1
	1-1	49	61	1-1	1-0

Week 2 Offensive Player of the Week



Willie Parker, RB, Steelers: 36 carries, 197 yards, 2 TDs

Week 2 Defensive Player of the Week



Channing Crowder, OLB, Dolphins: 4 tackles, 2 sacks, INT, 2 FR

Injury Update
None

[Acid]

What a horrible game by Vince Young in his hometown.

For shame.

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Week 3 Preview: Kansas City Chiefs (0-2) @ Tennessee Titans (1-1)

Keys to Victory

1. Our offensive line should overwhelm their defensive line. We're much more talented than them and should be able to establish the run.

2. Patrick Surtain cuts our field in half. Focus on the other corner and use the slot receiver.

3. Stop Larry Johnson and force their offense to become one-dimensional. Keep them in long-yardage situations.

What to watch for when Tennessee has the ball:



After last week's debacle in Houston, the Titans are determined to re-establish the running game. Travis Henry will lead the charge, but Derrick Johnson is blossoming into a star linebacker for the Chiefs. The third-year man out of Texas had 9 sacks last season, and has 20 tackles in two games for the Chiefs in 2007.

What to watch for when Kansas City has the ball:



Jevon Kearse says he is happy to be back in Tennessee. And a happy Freak means unhappy backfield players for the opposing team. The Chiefs are trying out Trent Edwards at QB to replace the retired Trent Green, and he has 0 TDs and 5 picks in his first two games. They must lean heavily on Larry Johnson, who is averaging 5.8 yards a pop so far in 2007. Priest Holmes is still in KC too, and should not be overlooked.