Will Kerry Collins Return To The Titans Or Retire?

by August West on May 31, 2011 1:16 PM CDT in Tennessee Titans Commentary

Today's MMQB features some comments Jake Scott made last week about the possible future plans of Kerry Collins that have surprised some:

9. I think I've thought all along that Kerry Collins would be back for a training-wheel season for Jake Locker in Tennessee ... until I heard what veteran guard Jake Scott of the Titans had to say. "I'm not sure Kerry isn't going to say, 'I'm done,' and ride off into the sunset,'' Scott told Ross Tucker and me on the radio last week. "I don't think he wants to come back and be a nursemaid to a young kid. Money's not an issue to him.'' The Titans will certainly need a vet, and a better one than a Rusty Smith-type, in 2011, and maybe beyond.

Everything Jake said could be absolutely true, but I'm not buying it.

Kerry might not be in love with the idea of returning as the Titans' starting QB, knowing that it'll be Locker's spot sooner rather than later, but there are much worse ways to earn a living. My guess is the Titans would be happy to give Kerry more than the veteran minimum for a one year deal. I also completely believe that Kerry still wants to play. Once he retires, that's it. If he knows there's a starting spot in the NFL open for him, even if it's temporary, I just don't see him turning it down.

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There are going to be a plenty of FA Vet QBs that could come in and do a better job as a stop gag

while we wait for HurtLocker to get in there. Literally my little sister could come in and do a better job then Collins. There is no reason we should hand another season over to this old bastard so he can drive the team into the ground on his old frail shoulders. No thank you, please bring in someone who can keep us competitive.
If he thinks he’s too good to stay here to mentor the young pup, let Collins walk.

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by StPrattrick on May 31, 2011 1:36 PM CDT reply actions

I could be wrong but...

I just don’t know if any other FA QB worthy of a starting job would want to come in knowing they’re only here to start a few games and be a tutor. And if their main purpose for having Kerry or any other vet is for Jake to learn from, then that eliminates Rusty from starting. Unless you just want Rusty to take the lumps from Pitts and Balti games then hand it over to Locker after the bye.

The Force is with you, young SkyLocker, but you are not a Jedi... yet!

by J3G77 on May 31, 2011 1:56 PM CDT up reply actions

We'd want to bring in a QB who is comfortable playing as a stop gag plus earning a spot as a long term back-up

while I am confident there are few NFL QB’s who envision themselves as life-long back-ups there are QB’s who are better off in that role.
-We need a QB that has a similar style to Locker who could run a similar offense if, God forbid, he gets injured so we aren’t running an Oil and Vinegar offense like we were with The Nameless and KC.
-Someone who is relatively young/knows the in’s and out’s of the NFL.
- Doesn’t mind the back up/mentor roll.

List of FA QB’s
Personally I’d prefer, McNabb, T.Jackson, Alex Smith or Troy Smith, … maybe Matt Moore? These guys with the exception of McNabb could all come pretty cheap and are accustom to the back up roll.

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by StPrattrick on May 31, 2011 2:41 PM CDT up reply actions

I agree with what you said, I'm just not sure any current starter takes the role.

Especially if all the FA placement rumors come true. Most of what I’ve read has McNabb to Minny, Hasselbeck staying in Seattle, and A. Smith staying in San Fran. Now T. Jackson and T. Smith are possiblities, but the longer the lockout holds this less likely these possiblities are, IMO.

The Force is with you, young SkyLocker, but you are not a Jedi... yet!

by J3G77 on May 31, 2011 3:24 PM CDT up reply actions

It's true, Lockout = F-ing up all of football

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by StPrattrick on May 31, 2011 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions

At this point I think we can find a better FA QB, simply because I don't think Collins will give us more than 6 games.

Not only has he experienced a big decline in play, but at his age and past history he’s far from a sure bet to stay healthy for even 8 games. I’ll give him credit for battling through a variety of injuries last year, but you’d have to think a younger guy:
- has a better shot at staying healthy,
- achieving at least a sub-average level of play and
- holding the starter’s job for longer than 6 weeks than Collins does.

"For me personally, I won’t stand for that. Ignorance and over-zealous pride are two things that physically revolt me." -BBS, the man who doesn't own a mirror.

by WinnipegTitanFan13 on May 31, 2011 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions

Sounds About Right Winny

What you say makes a great deal of sense. but since Rusty Smith believes in himself so strongly, i would lean towards having him, Locker and a rookie FA battle it out in training camp and see who comes out on top. i would hope that, with a year under his belt, Smith could give at least a sub-average level of play until the training wheels come off of Locker.

It is my hope that before i die i witness these two things at least once - The Titans winning a Super Bowl and Team USA winning the World Cup.

by Pulp Fiction on May 31, 2011 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions

As much as I would love to believe in him,

I don’t think Rusty can provide a sub-average level of play for us or hold Locker off for six weeks. I’d go out and sign someone else.

"For me personally, I won’t stand for that. Ignorance and over-zealous pride are two things that physically revolt me." -BBS, the man who doesn't own a mirror.

by WinnipegTitanFan13 on May 31, 2011 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions

Yeah I'm having doubts about Rusty being a competent back-up let alone an NFL starter

even if it’s only for a few weeks…

The Saint of MCM

by StPrattrick on May 31, 2011 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions

Wow - Rusty is Taking Some HEAT

It is my hope that before i die i witness these two things at least once - The Titans winning a Super Bowl and Team USA winning the World Cup.

by Pulp Fiction on Jun 1, 2011 9:08 AM CDT up reply actions

It's pretty hard to throw 2 INTs to the same corner... on the Texans... THAT HAS A BROKEN F-ING HAND!!!!<<

Unforgivable…

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by StPrattrick on Jun 1, 2011 9:25 AM CDT up reply actions

After seeing Hasselbeck on Miked Up on NFLN

I would be happy to have him. I never really was a fan of his until I saw how he conducts himself on the field and in the huddle. Seems like he is a natural leader, who still has some juice in the tank.
He also could provide a certain comfort level for Locker, seeing as how they are both very familiar with Seattle.

by tdtommyd on May 31, 2011 1:55 PM CDT reply actions

Agreed, But

Then we would have to pay a pretty penny for Hasselbeck. why not spend that money on a decent offensive lineman so that the team can start grinding out long runs again? that would make any QB’s job easier – lest we forget it was mostly the running game that contributed to that 10-0 start a few years back, not so much Collins and his play.

It is my hope that before i die i witness these two things at least once - The Titans winning a Super Bowl and Team USA winning the World Cup.

by Pulp Fiction on May 31, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions