Jeff Fisher's Monday Practice Report
(On the status of Rob Bironas)
Well both Rob and Josh [Miller] this morning suffered a mild muscle strain and they'll be day-to-day. We're not too concerned about it right now, we've checked them out and they'll be day-to-day. We may be a couple days without them but we don't plan on making any moves at this point. They'll get back out there and be fine.
(On if Ingle Martin can be used in any kicking roles)
We may or may not. What's important is we need to line up our field goal and field goal rush teams and do those kinds of things. We have the machines to handle the kickoffs so we'll just be day-to-day on it.
(On the impact of a full training camp for Michael Griffin)
It's going to be beneficial for him, you know he really came on last year. He's worked hard, he had a good day, I think he had a deal with Vince [Young] I'm not so sure, but he had a good day and made some plays. He's moving around good and hopefully a full camp will pay off for him.
(On Eugene Amano's backup center role helping him at guard)
The calls generally work themselves inside out. There's a unique set of calls that involve the tackles, the tight ends and the guards but he's familiar with them. And when you're familiar with making the calls at the center it makes the guard position that much easier.
(On LenDale White not being utilized towards the end of practice)
He was excused and he's excused tomorrow. He'll be back on Wednesday.
(On Chris Johnson's development so far)
He's doing fine. Each day we'll put a new concept in, he grasps it immediately, and shows it on the field. He had some big plays today. It would appear the defense, in their own subtle ways, are trying to get a shot and they haven't got it yet. And that's a good thing. I've seen some noticeable changes in Keith Bulluck's angles downfield, so, [Johnson] can really run and he's making some plays.
(On if he's ever coached a player with Johnson's speed)
Not with his speed. Not in the backfield. That's why we drafted him, it's rare and its unique. We've said he's a football player with track speed and its showing thus far.
(On Johnson's pass-catching ability)
He's got good hands, he can catch out of frame and make the tough catch. That allows you to do things down the field and expand the pass package beyond just what you ordinarily do with a running back.
(On comparing Vince Young's performance in the 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills)
The two drills are completely different. The 7-on-7 drill is basically designed for timing and you should complete more passes in 7-on-7. Once the defensive line arrives it's difficult to see, you have to move. He made a couple of decisions, couple of throws and [Michael] Grif[fin] made a couple plays. But beyond that I thought [Young] had a good day today.
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Listening to various radio guys at practice on the way home yesterday....
and they couldn’t stop gushing about Griffin and how beastly he looks this year… I think I’m starting to get a man crush…
C. Johnson apparently was very good and got even better after LenDale left the field…
On a less bright note, the 106.7 guys plainly stated that LenDale looked fat and out of shape, again.
by August West on
Jul 29, 2008 10:05 AM CDT
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Yeah, but...
I think that may be just the way he looks.
I’ve read comments somewhere (can’t remember where at the moment) that his actual weight is lower right now than it was at any point all of season.
We need to just face it, our running back is chubby, and he will always be chubby. As long as he can perform on game day, I’m not going to worry about it.
by hartley on
Jul 29, 2008 11:17 AM CDT
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I'm fine with chubby
as long as he’s conditioned… he’ll have to prove that part of it.
by August West on
Jul 29, 2008 12:08 PM CDT
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I'm starting to think....
that Lendale will always look fat and out of shape. Maybe hes hit the point in life when you get older and your young athletic body goes to crap like I have.
Granted, Lendale and I are roughly the same age and I’m not a professional athlete who has all the resources needed to stay fit. As long as he can hold on to the ball and fall forward for about 3 yards, I’m sure he’ll play just like last season.
by asian phil on
Jul 29, 2008 11:09 AM CDT
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I don’t think it’s his “young, athletic body going to crap,” I think he’s just always been a little chubby, and always will be.
Some guys are genetically predisposed to carrying around a keg instead of a six-pack.
by hartley on
Jul 29, 2008 11:19 AM CDT
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Chris Johnson
I’m starting to develop a man-crush of ludicrous size on this guy. Maybe I’m subconsciously trying to replace my crush on Earl Bennett now that he plays for the Bears.
by hartley on
Jul 29, 2008 11:23 AM CDT
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You had to bring up Earl didn't you
he’s been lighting it up in Chicago, by all reports.
/trying to move on, but it ain’t working out so well
by August West on
Jul 29, 2008 12:07 PM CDT
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Everyone keeps talking about
Chris Johnson’s extra gear. The Titans have never had a player with an extra gear.
Titans Blogger at Music City Miracles
by Jimmy on
Jul 29, 2008 12:08 PM CDT
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Yea...
I didn’t mean that body going to crap to be a serious reason. Just more or so commenting on my own fitness as I’ve gotten older and have less time to work out like I used to. Thats at least an excuse I use to make myself feel a little bit better.
What was Lendale’s weight in college? Didn’t he say he played the Rose Bowl at 245? And doesn’t he weight that now? Surely hes not up to 260….
by asian phil on
Jul 29, 2008 11:25 AM CDT
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Coach Byner seems to think he's in shape, and has improved his footwork -
White, who at 6-foot-1 and 235 pounds is about the same size as fullback Ahmard Hall (5-11, 242), has impressed Byner with his footwork — not bad for a guy who resembles a bowling ball as much as a
tailback.
“He has the quickness, the acceleration, and also the strength to make people think he wants something and he really wants something else,” said Byner, who played in the NFL for 14 seasons.
http://tennessean.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080728/SPORTS01/807280335/1002/SPORTS
by TrenchantTitan on
Jul 29, 2008 11:26 AM CDT
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Dinger is a funny bastard -
From the same story – regarding how he motivates LenDale -
“Draft a running back in the first round,” Heimerdinger said, half-joking. “The yards will come if he does the right things.”
by TrenchantTitan on
Jul 29, 2008 11:29 AM CDT
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