Time to implement the Longhorn package

by TitanRob on Dec 14, 2008 8:58 PM CST

The Titans have had a great season so far, thanks in a large part to a strong running game and QB Kerry Collins getting the job done in clutch situations. But teams are starting to figure the offense out. The offense is beginning to struggle and needs a spark. Three weeks ago I would have been totally against this, but with what transpired Sunday in a loss at Houston, I think it is time to implement the LONGHORN PACKAGE. The Longhorn package features QB Vince Young in the shotgun formation. Using this formation two to three times a game would have several advantages including:

It would give Defensive Cordinators something else to scheme for
It would give a spark to the Titans offense
It would ensure that Vince is ready when needed
If Vince plays well from this package it would give them confidence in him if he had to replace an injured or struggling Collins
It would help clear things up for the offseason, if Vince struggles we definitley would need Collins back

I know the Coaching staff has stated that they would not implement a package like this for Vince, but I think this could be the exact offensive spark the Titans must have if they are going to go deep in the playoffs.

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Time?

It’s way past time. It’s criminal VY hasn’t been used in offensive packages regularly in close games this year.

If, for some reason, we fail to win a close playoff game and VY sits on the bench the entire game…and I can’t believe I’m saying this…Jeff Fisher will have a huge bullseye on his back heading into next year.

VY is too much talent to have sitting on the bench. Period.

by TitansFisher7 on Dec 14, 2008 9:50 PM CST reply actions

2nde most dangerous ball carrier on the team

i would even like KC in shotgun with vy and cj on either side of him. vince and chris looking to run in the same back field would be deadly

by hal41605 on Dec 14, 2008 10:32 PM CST reply actions

Same thoughts

I was going to chime in with the same thing! Great minds think alike. Or drink too much beer on Sunday :)

"If drinking beer all day with your otter is wrong, then I don't want to be right"

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by palpacino on Dec 16, 2008 1:25 PM CST up reply actions

both

by hal41605 on Dec 16, 2008 5:22 PM CST up reply actions

Vince should defantally be playing

And McCarrins shouldn’t!

by jmac1383 on Dec 15, 2008 2:22 AM CST reply actions

If McCareins is so bad

You guys might as well stick VY in at receiver in place of him just for kicks. Vince wouldn’t make a good receiver since he’s never trained for the position, but it’d make everyone laugh and it’d be a nice, sound blow to McCareins ego.

by TheElusiveShadow on Dec 15, 2008 4:36 AM CST reply actions

Time to free THE HAWK!!!!

by Shainoc on Dec 15, 2008 11:47 AM CST reply actions

i think VY would be a better reciever than McCairens.

Its not hard. Im probably better than McCairens too.

by ryansax on Dec 15, 2008 11:16 PM CST reply actions

What's their deal?

What is the official reason for not putting VY in a package like that? Has anyone seen reporters asking the staff and what they say about it?

For F***’s sake, give the man a broom if you pay him millions per year. Those are HR basics.

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by palpacino on Dec 16, 2008 1:28 PM CST reply actions

I agree 100% Titan rob

I dont understand why they wont put in Vince Young, We have got to change it up a little. Im all for Kerry Collins but Vince young can make plays when it counts, we could have definitely used him against Houston.

by jimmy26 on Dec 17, 2008 12:54 AM CST reply actions

Maybe the Titans really should switch

It seems to spark winning streaks for them ;).

I’m just joking, but it is a funny thing to observe. Put in VY in 2006? Reel off six straight victories. Collins in 2008? Reel off ten straight victories.

Seems like Tennessee likes to see fresh faces in there to shake things up.

by TheElusiveShadow on Dec 17, 2008 7:45 PM CST reply actions

hadn't even thought about that

interesting though

by hal41605 on Dec 17, 2008 8:55 PM CST up reply actions

It's because so much success in the NFL is derived from watching tape.

But when you bring a new guy in, a lot of that tape goes out the window.

DannoE

"You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one."
Go Titans!

by DannoE on Dec 18, 2008 9:28 AM CST up reply actions

Danno's right

A lot of both of their success had to do with the way the teams prepared. It’s two very different game plans with VY/KC under center.

Again, I think that’s another reason to give VY some snaps, or even start him. We have a 1st round bye in the bag, and some would argue that the #2 seed might be better in this years playoffs. With all that in mind, stir the pot, so when the playoffs roll around, teams don’t know who to game plan for…

by SuperHorn on Dec 18, 2008 11:26 AM CST up reply actions