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NASHVILLE - SEPTEMBER 12: The Tennessee Titans huddle together before the NFL season opener against the Oakland Raiders at LP Field on September 12 2010 in Nashville Tennessee. The Titans defeated the Raiders 38-13. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Dear MCM fans,

The regular season has officially begun.

Before I start I want to send my condolences to my big bro Will Witherspoon. He is the ultimate trooper to battle through his ordeal and still play in this game. He is a true team player and he made that great sack which we needed in that situation. I would like everyone to continue to pray for him, as he will stay strong because that is the type of person he is.

I am so happy to have gotten through all the preseason games and cuts to actually make it to the final roster. Most might think it was automatic, but nothing is ever guaranteed in this business and I am truly counting my blessings. So I am happy to be a part of this team and now it is time to put it on the line every week to make it not only to the playoffs, but also to the Super Bowl!

First off, I feel obligated to address the much-heralded competition between all of us corners for the open spot. I do not know if Jason is now the official official guy or anything but he did start this last game. He did a great job in the game in coverage and run support. He definitely was very deserving of the spot and proved it by his play. It definitely was hard to sit there and not be able to go in at corner in the game. I wanted to play so bad. But it is the nature of the business and the guys out there were playing great. So I have no hard feelings or remorse towards anyone. I look to it as an opportunity to improve my craft and maybe one day get another chance at it.

Speaking of the play Saturday, Did the Titans dominate or what. In all phases!!!!

I mean I can go on and highlight many for the performances but I have to say special shout outs to Michael Griffin and Chris Johnson. Their performances all were impressive to me for different reasons. Griff got robbed on his touchdown, but he made plays everywhere. Chris Hope also had a nice interception too. The offense was unbelievable as a while, but Chris Johnson was being Chris Johnson again by demonstrating his speed and play making ability.

While my role in the game was pretty limited to coverage teams, I had so much fun. Flying around and trying to get to the ball first before everyone else. I thought I could have made a few more plays out there, but I will learn and make those in the following weeks. I was only disappointed with me missing a tackle on McFadden in a crucial situation on one of my few opportunities on defense. So I can’t allow that to happen again, so in practice I will focus on taking better angles. But overall I thought I was solid and definitely enjoyed myself out there! 

This week we got the Steelers and this is a team I have liked growing up in the ranks. So it will be fun playing them! It will be a physical game that both defenses will try and control. It is another game we can send a statement with. I will be putting in the hours to help us get this win this week, but I am definitely looking forward to another opportunity to go out there and fly around again! 

I believe we have something special this year and it is something I have said since the beginning and we can only get better. So Stay tuned and enjoy the show. Because there will be plenty of excitement this week against the Steelers!

Sincerely,

Alterraun Verner #20

Poll
What position do you think is best suited for me currently on this team?
Starting corner
238 votes
Back-up corner
135 votes
Strictly special teams (coverage)
7 votes
Return man
6 votes

386 votes | Poll has closed

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So awesome you take time to write for the site!

Really cool to read the perspective of a player instead of what you read from reporters. Keep workin’ and making plays man, you’ll be starting in no time!

by StPrattrick on Sep 14, 2010 8:58 PM CDT reply actions  

I am so glad you are a titan

as a fan….it makes me feel good knowing that even if you arent starting, if someone goes down you will come in and there wont be a drop off in talent. I know you will be a starter in this league.

thanks for taking the time to write here.

by zero defects on Sep 14, 2010 9:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks alot ATV

Good Game Titans. IMO i think you can start. But right now, i think McCourty should be starting. And you should get in on certain packages to make plays. McCourty with his experience is very valuable

by TitansJonne on Sep 14, 2010 9:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks again ATV.

Loved the insight. Looking forward to seeing you get more playing time as the season goes along.

The only QB from the 2006 draft class still on his original team is Vince Young.

by WinnipegTitanFan13 on Sep 14, 2010 9:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Go ATV and go Titans!

"Oh, you should never, never doubt what nobody is sure about." Gene Wilder - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

by Chris Faulkner on Sep 14, 2010 9:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey ATV!

Dude you rock! Your time is coming and I know I don’t have to tell you to be patient because you’ve demonstrated that with your awesome play. Like zero defects said I feel great having you on the field to cheer for and I know you are giving a 100% on every play. With you and everyone else on the defense it won’t be long till opposing QB’s are terrified, why? The won’t be able to throw it to either sideline with you and Cortland on the field! Take care man ;-) !
Go Titans!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by keid1020 on Sep 14, 2010 9:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Much respect for taking the time...

to keep us posted on here man. Appreciate you handling yourself the way you do and I’m rooting for you to get your chance man.

by back2smashmouth on Sep 14, 2010 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Right now

Right now, I see you as a great backup. I hate this because I’m a huge fan of you, McCourtey, and Finnegan. You have the potential to be a great starter. I can’t wait to see toyon the future. Keep up the great work!

Adrian Peterson still thinks he's the best running back in the NFL. That's funny, Fumble Fingers.

by MikeGriffFan27 on Sep 14, 2010 10:16 PM CDT reply actions  

I can't vote

Because I don’t know crap other than I feel a heck of a lot better about the corner depth this year than I did last!

Awesome post, and good luck!

by numbertenox on Sep 14, 2010 11:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Thank you ATV

This was an excellent and fun read.

Keep working hard and one day you will start. You are impressive!

Chin up on the bad tackle, make it next time and pracitice it!

by RhiNo6705 on Sep 14, 2010 11:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks for writing!

Can’t wait to see more of your contributions as the season progress. As a fan, it’s refreshing and actually pretty exciting to get insight on the team straight from the source like this. Keep it up!

Go Titans! Go Magic!

"I'm tired of hearing about money, money, money. I just want to play the game, drink Pepsi, and wear Reebok." - Shaq

"They was instinuating that I was gay" - Charles Barkley

by madhjsp on Sep 15, 2010 12:17 AM CDT reply actions  

Thanks for the write-up!

And I voted for the role you’re in—Dime CB and Special Teamer. The Titans actually need great players on special teams, and everyone at this site has watched them struggle on Special Teams, usually more often than not. Having competent coverage and return teams is a little like getting Christmas present every Sunday for Titans fans.

DannoE

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

Storyteller's Playbook
Charter Member of the Music City Miracles Hall Of Fame

by DannoE on Sep 15, 2010 5:43 AM CDT reply actions  

Dear ATV,

Continue to stay hungry. Continue to improve your play. Be prepared. Your time will come sooner or later. And when you get on the field, we will be watching because we know you will do well.

Thank you for taking time to communicate to your fans. We appreciate it. Good health and God Bless.

"We take pride in running the football here". - Eugene Amano, C

Charter Member of the Music City Miracles Hall Of Fame

by Pinoy Titan on Sep 15, 2010 8:25 AM CDT reply actions  

Thank you so much for continuing to write posts here.

While i personally believe you should start, I think a backup role will suit you well for your first year. We all saw McCourty and Mouton get thrown to the wolves last year, and i’d rather not have some confidence shattering game happen to you. I know you’ll start soon enough anyway.

Also, even the greats miss a tackle ever now and then. You’ll improve as the season goes on.

Ain't no time for hesitatin'
All you got to do is groove

by BonzosMontreaux on Sep 15, 2010 8:43 AM CDT reply actions  

Thanks ATV!

For taking the time to post for us fans… As everyone before me has said, stay positive and be patient and your day will come and you will do us proud! We all have faith in you. Your attitude makes us smile!

by Los Blancos Chicca on Sep 15, 2010 8:44 AM CDT reply actions  

Thank you, ATV

I don’t log-in and post on a regular basis, but if you are taking your time to engage with your fans in this forum, I can take the time and tell you how much I appreciate your efforts.

I’m not sure, but I don’t think any of the other 31 teams have this special relationship with their fans.

by FaninEcuador on Sep 15, 2010 9:36 AM CDT reply actions  

The Right Stuff

Discipline and sacrifice coupled with a natural talent is going to get you far. Pace yourself and keep doing your thing and you will be a starter for this team.

The only flaw I see in your game right now is that you liked the Steelers growing up. Don’t worry I am sure that will be out of your system by this Sunday :D

Sports Bar Waiter: Whoa your a big TItans fan. You from down South?
Me: Yeh, but much further south than that.

by AntiguanTitan on Sep 15, 2010 12:30 PM CDT reply actions  

major props to you for giving us the time of day

you’ve got a lot of character bud. by the way, i voted for starting corner. finnegan peninsula and ATV are the next great shutdown tandem in the NFL. you heard it here first.

"double rainbow...what does it MEAN?"
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by danielreese05 on Sep 15, 2010 8:21 PM CDT reply actions  

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