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Team Notebook: Tennessee TitansTitans | Cook agrees to terms Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with third-round draft choice TE Jared Cook on a four-year deal, according to sources. The deal includes a signing bonus of around $700,000. He will make a base salary of $310,000 in 2009, $395,000 in 2010, $480,000 in 2011 and $565,000 in 2012. Titans | Mouton agrees to terms Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with third-round draft pick CB Ryan Mouton on a four-year deal worth just over $2.4 million, along with a signing bonus somewhere between $660,000 and $670,000. Titans | White vows to stick to diet Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans RB LenDale White said he will stick with his strict diet during his time off before training camp. "I am not going to let it all go to waste, not the way I feel. My body feels good — my knees, my ankles, everything feels great out there. And I am trying to keep it that same exact way. So whatever I have to do, I am going to maintain. And when I check into camp (my weight) won't be nothing over 230," White said. Titans | McRath signed Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with fourth-round draft choice LB Gerald McRath on a four-year deal. He will make a base salary of $310,000 in 2009, $395, 000 in 2010, $480,000 in 2011 and $565,000 in 2012. Titans | Collins hopes passing game will be improved Terry McCormick, of The City Paper, reports Tennessee Titans QB Kerry Collins believes the team's passing game will be improved in 2009, thanks to an upgrade in personnel. "I thought we made good strides this offseason. Offensively, we built on things that we did well last year. We implemented some things that are going to help us and from a personnel standpoint we've gotten better. I'm excited about it," Collins said. "I just think overall as far as the passing game, I'd like to be more productive, score more, and I'd like to throw more than 12 touchdowns. If we can just step it up a little bit and be more prolific from a passing standpoint. I think that should be a goal of ours." Titans | Collins assuming leadership role Terry McCormick, of The City Paper, reports Tennessee Titans QB Kerry Collins have taken on more of a leadership role entering the 2009 season. Collins has spent more time at the team's training facility and plans to return to training camp at least 10 days earlier than scheduled. "In the past, I've gone home for a week or so and not been around for a week or two at a time, but it's more important for me to be here day in and day out," Collins said. "The young guys, I think I'm more aware of how guys see me and how they view me as a leader of this team. I try to show them that I'm willing to do what it takes in the offseason to get ready for a season." Titans | Training camp schedule announced Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans' training camp will begin July 31. Their camp is tentatively scheduled to break Aug. 26. Titans | J. Jones looking to improve in 2009 Paul Kuharsky, of ESPN.com, reports Tennessee Titans DL Jason D. Jones said one key to substantial improvement in 2009 is better hand placement. Jones, who had five sacks in 2008, will have a big role within the team's defense following the departure of DL Albert Haynesworth to the Washington Redskins in the offseason. "My hand placement was all off (in 2008)," Jones said. "If my hand placement is all over the place, it won't help me on the block that I am getting. If my hand placement is there, everything will be alright. It's recognizing the blocking and focusing on your aiming points. Coach Wash gives us aiming points on the offensive line body that I have got to concentrate on." Titans | Johnson says he is an entertaining guy Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson said he knows people are saying he is not a "team guy" based off his recent comments about wanting to be known as "Every Coach's Dream." Johnson said he is an entertaining guy and people have the wrong opinion about him after the comments. "People just can't get sensitive off a nickname," Johnson noted. He said there are not any problems between he and RB LenDale White. "We love playing with each other. We're friends," Johnson said. Titans | Collins plans to return long before training camp Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans QB Kerry Collins plans to return to the team about 10 days before training camp begins to make sure everything is ready before camp begins. "I am more in tune to my role and the fact I have worked hard this offseason. I don't want to stay away from it as long as I have in the past," Collins said. Titans | Contract update: Edison Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Dominique Edison signed a four-year deal with base salaries of $310,000 (2009), $395,000 (2010), $480,000 (2011) and $565,000 (2012). Titans | Britt doing well at reading coverages Gary Estwick, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Kenny Britt said reading coverages has not been as hard as he thought during offseason workouts but expects it to get more difficult during training camp and preseason. Titans | Edison signed Jason La Canfora, of The NFL Network, reports the Tennessee Titans have signed sixth-round draft choice WR Dominique Edison to a four-year deal, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed. Titans | Henry could be running out of time Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans RB Chris J. Henry's future with the Titans is in question. He was inactive for 16 of the 17 games last season after being a second-round selection in 2007. Henry acknowledged he needs to step up, but said he cannot get caught up in everything. "It's been tough, but I am going to do my best," he said. He is currently battling for a roster spot as a backup running back. Titans | Will name top returner in training camp Gary Estwick, of The Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans will wait until training camp to decide on who will be their primary return man in 2009. Special teams coach Alan Lowry said WR Mark Jones would "get the first shot" at the jobs. Lowry said CB Cortland Finnegan also intrigues him as a return man. S Michael Griffin is another candidate for the jobs. Other candidates include WR Chris C. Davis, WR Lavelle Hawkins, CB Ryan Mouton and CB Jason McCourty. Titans | Washington still learning playbook Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Nate Washington estimated he has learned 85 percent of the Titans' offense so far. Washington will take several DVDs home with him when camp breaks so he can watch the spots he is supposed to be, how certain routes are supposed to be run. He also said he will be in constant contact with the coaches and working out like crazy. Titans | Britt remains sidelined Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans rookie WR Kenny Britt (hamstring) remained sidelined Wednesday, June 24, due to an ongoing hamstring injury. Titans | Several miss workouts Wednesday Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Paul Williams (groin, ankle), WR Chris C. Davis (soreness) and C Kevin Mawae (elbow) did not practice Wednesday, June 24. DE Jevon Kearse (knee) was limited during workouts while LB Colin Allred did not attend due to personal reasons. Titans | Team poking fun at Johnson's new self-proclaimed nickname Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans head coach Jeff Fisher isn't sure RB Chris Johnson's self-proclaimed nickname, "Every Coach's Dream," fits. "Maybe with a few exceptions - playing the bongos ... and getting hurt in the playoff game," Fisher said. "I'm sure they'll come up with something else," Fisher said. "Dumb and Dumber or something." RB LenDale White also chimed in. "He's a little delirious. When he wakes up out of the dream he'll be all right. And the one thing about dreams is they are not real," White added. "I don't know him right now. I think it's the Pro Bowl stuff - ya'll created somebody we don't want to see." Titans | Not close to extensions with any upcoming FAs Gary Estwick and Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, report Tennessee Titans general manager Mike Reinfeldt said the team is having internal discussions about the players who will be free agents after the season, but they are not close to an extension with any player. Titans | Marks struggling at times Gary Estwick and Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, report Tennessee Titans DL Sen'Derrick Marks has been struggling at times during practice but hopes to learn as he goes along this season with help from his teammates. "I hope to fit in right behind them and learn as I go. You have guys that have been here two, three, four years and you have guys like [DE Jevon Kearse] and [DE Kyle Vanden Bosch] who I've been watching. Just to be playing behind those guys … they teach you stuff," Marks said. Titans | Britt a question mark so far David Climer, of The Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans do not know what they have in WR Kenny Britt (hamstring) yet because he has been hampered by a hamstring injury this offseason. "I don't have a feel for this guy," offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger said. "He hasn't played more than five minutes since he's gotten here. I hope he's back there watching things and staying into it mentally." Titans | White has lost some weight Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans RB LenDale White said Tuesday, June 23, that he has trimmed down to 229 pounds. White was listed as 235 pounds last season, although he appeared heavier. Titans | C. Johnson changes nickname Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson said he wants to no longer be considered as "Dash" in the tandem of "Smash and Dash" along with RB LenDale White. Instead, Johnson wants to be known as "Every Coach's Dream." Johnson added, "Smash and Dash have had a divorce - that's official. I have to be my own guy, so no more Smash and Dash, that was last year. Every Coach's Dream, that's me. Because they say every team has its own identity. I feel for me, I can't be noticed as a group any more. I am my own guy." Titans | C. Johnson needs help with touchdown celebrations Terry McCormick, of The City Paper, reports Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson is soliciting fans suggestions for end zone celebrations that can rival those of Cincinnati Bengals WR Chad Ochocinco and Buffalo Bills WR Terrell Owens. "I'm going to test out celebrations," Johnson said. "I've gotten some, but I feel like I didn't get any one that caught my attention yet." Johnson was jokingly asked that if a fine comes his way because of a celebration, would he ask the fan who suggested it for any help paying for the infraction. "I'll pay the fine. If it's better than T.O. or Ochocinco, I'll pay the fine," Johnson said. Titans | Crumpler trying to help Cook Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans TE Alge Crumpler has been trying to help TE Jared Cook with different things during offseason workouts. "Crump is like a coach. Crump has been around the league a long time and he just knows - he has a lot of wisdom to share. Every time I come off the field he'll tell me little things, tell me things I need to correct, which is very helpful, especially in the meeting rooms and when we're watching film. It's just great to have someone like that around, a big savvy guy who knows a lot and can teach you a lot. I learn something from him every day," Cook said. Titans | C. Lekkerkerker signed Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have signed unrestricted free-agent OT Cory Lekkerkerker (Cowboys). Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Titans | Washington improving during practice Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Nate Washington appears to be improving during every practice with the team. Titans | Williams injured Tuesday Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Paul Williams (groin, ankle) suffered groin and ankle injuries during practice Tuesday, June 23. He likely will not practice until training camp starts. Titans | Durand agrees to terms Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with seventh-round draft choice OL Ryan Durand on a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed. Titans | McCourty agrees to terms Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with sixth-round draft choice CB Jason McCourty on a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed. Titans | Kearse limited Tuesday Paul Kuharsky, of ESPN.com, reports Tennessee Titans DE Jevon Kearse (knee) participated in position drills but did not participate in team drills Tuesday, June 23. He did some running on the side during practice. Titans | Young, Ramsey expects to fight for backup job Terry McCormick, of The Nashville City Paper, reports Tennessee Titans QB Vince Young and QB Patrick Ramsey are expected to compete for the primary backup quarterback job during training camp and their performance in preseason games likely will determine the winner. Titans | Hayes sets lofty goal Gary Estwick, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DE William Hayes said he wants to get a double-digit sack total this season. Titans | Fisher not upset about Young speaking out Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans head coach Jeff Fisher said he is not upset with QB Vince Young for speaking out because he knows backups want to play. "Anybody that is in a backup role right now is frustrated because they are not playing. It doesn't just stop at Vince. Everybody wants to be a starter and we understand that. I wouldn't classify it as frustration. He understands that he is in the situation that he is in and he just needs to keep working," Fisher said. Titans | Brown seeing time at right defensive tackle Jim Wyatt and Gary Estwick, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DT Tony Brown has seen some time at right defensive tackle during practice this offseason. Brown has spent most of his time at left tackle but would welcome the switch to the right side. Titans | Dyson to intern with team Gary Estwick, of The Tennessean, reports former NFL WR Kevin Dyson has returned to the Tennessee Titans as a coaching intern. Dyson is working with wide receivers coach Fred Graves. Titans | Kearse expects to return to practice soon Gary Estwick, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DE Jevon Kearse (knee) said he expects to return to the field as early as next week. Titans | Three miss practice Wednesday Jim Wyatt, of The Nashville Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans C Kevin Mawae (elbow), DE Jevon Kearse (knee) and WR Justin Gage (leg) did not participate in practice Wednesday, June 17. Titans | Waive three players Terry McCormick, of The City Paper, reports the Tennessee Titans have waived DL Ulrich Winkler, DL Charles Bennett and OG Peter Clifford (knee). Titans | Britt returns to action but not being pressured Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans rookie WR Kenny Britt (hamstring) took part in the team's minicamp Tuesday, June 16. He was limited during the team's May minicamps. Receivers coach Fred Graves said he is not putting a lot of pressure on Britt because he is a first-round draft choice. "He just has to come in and play football and show some energy," Graves said. Titans | Kearse continues to miss time Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DE Jevon Kearse (knee) continues to sit out of workouts. Titans | Several dealing with injury issues Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans C Kevin Mawae (elbow) continues to sit out of workouts. Rookie CB Ryan Mouton (hamstring) and rookie DT Sen'Derrick Marks (hamstring) are showing improvement with their nagging injuries. Titans | Vanden Bosch healthy Gary Estwick, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DE Kyle Vanden Bosch is now healthy and has participated in offseason conditioning and minicamps. "I've got, in my opinion, the best years of football ahead of me," Vanden Bosch said. Titans | Ford looking to improve play Gary Estwick, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DE Jacob Ford is looking to make a larger impact in 2009. He said he recorded all seven of his sacks last year in the final nine games of the season. This year, he is looking to start picking them up earlier in the year. |
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