Titans vs. Rams: Titans Roster Bubble Players To Watch

by Jimmy on Aug 20, 2011 3:56 PM CDT in Tennessee Titans Previews

The players that are on the roster bubble haven't changed much during camp. The guys that are really in battles are still at receiver, defensive tackle and safety. Here is a brief look at each:

Wide Receiver: They keep saying that Justin Gage is the #3, but I think Lavelle Hawkins proving he can play can push 12 Gage off this roster. Gage has a pretty high cap number, around $3 million, for a guy that is only going to be a part time player. I also want to see them get Marc Mariani more involved in the offense. If they feel confident that Hawk, Mariani, and Damian Williams can shoulder the load if Kenny Britt or Nate Washington go down, they shouldn't be hesitant to cut Gage loose.

Defensive Tackle: At this point I would be shocked if Zach Clayton didn't make this team, so Jovan Haye, who also has a big cap number, is fighting for his life. He is going to have to make a few big plays or all the weight he gained if the offseason will have been for naught.

Safety: I really think Hope and his $6 million dollars are safe, but there is still the chance they could cut him loose if they think they can get the same production from Jordan Babineaux. Vincent Fuller is owed $2 million this year, and they aren't going to pay him that to be a back-up. I have always been a fan of Vinny, so I would love to see him stick, but it is time for him to show up and make a play.

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UNLEASH THE HAWK!!!

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by TitansJonne on Aug 20, 2011 4:03 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs

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by Ice0ne (CAJ) on Aug 20, 2011 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions

As much as I’d like to see the Titans get rid of guys like Gage, Hope, and Haye…

… I have the feeling Gage is staying, unless they REALLY need to cut his salary.

From everything I’ve heard, his performance in camp has been way too good to cut him based on anything else…

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by steeler-hater on Aug 20, 2011 6:40 PM CDT reply actions

Had to repost this... I want other opinions

Dont get me wrong I really enjoy and respect the this site but I really been getting annoyed by the people straight 100% hating on Gage… Great point about not ever having a true qb… Im not a big Gage fan anyways but Ive read reports (of course not on this site… Lol) that gage is having a great camp… Lets cheer the guy on

by Erock Higgins on Aug 20, 2011 7:43 PM CDT reply actions

Likely cuts....

I think Chris Hope is gone (salary cap). Same with Haye. There is cheaper and younger talent on the team to replace both of them.

Gage has been a so-so receiver for quite a while. His cap number is not that bad, so he might stick.

The Titans should probably cut Gage to give daylight to the younger receivers on the roster. It’s not like keeping Gage will be the difference between the Titans making the playoffs or not.

Also would not be surprised to see Dave Ball and/or Jacob Ford get cut. The don’t fit the scheme the team is running.

Other potential cuts — Tim Shaw and/or Bailey, Myron Rolle, Robert Johnson, Stafon Johnson, Tony Kropog, Kevin Matthews….too many to name….

by MaxTitans on Aug 22, 2011 9:59 AM CDT reply actions