What We Learned About the Titans Offense in the Preseason

by Jimmy on Sep 2, 2011 8:55 AM CDT in Tennessee Titans Commentary

The biggest thing that has come out of this preseason on offense for me is that this team still needs help at receiver. Kenny Britt is a solid #1, but it would be a mistake to assume he is going to stay healthy for all 16 games. Nate Washington is a decent #2, but this team isn't going to be able to move the ball at all if Britt is out and Washington and Damian Williams are the two starters. I am not ready to give up on Williams yet, but at best he is inconsistent.

They have got to find some help somewhere. They are probably kicking themselves for not getting more in the mix for guys like Derrick Mason and Jerricho Cotchery. They have obviously seen something the like in Kevin Curtis, but I am not sure he can stick after hurting his finger in limited action last night.

The interior offensive line looks improved over last year, but I am not yet ready to declare that the problem has been fixed. They are going to be tested early with Baltimore and Pittsburgh on the schedule before Halloween.

Jake Locker isn't ready, but he is a lot closer than I thought he would be after missing all of the offseason because of the lockout. You can tell just by watching him that he has put in the prep time. Hopefully Matt Hasselbeck will be able to stay healthy all season long to give Locker a year to fix the problems with his mechanics so he can push Hasselbeck in camp next year.

The best news of all is that the offense moved the ball in the preseason without the services of Chris Johnson and Britt. I am cautiously optimistic that the Titans will have the type of offense this season that can actually win games when the defense gives up three touchdowns.

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we had that type of ofense

the first half last year, we were one of the highest scoring teams in the nfl. So I think maybe we can be again if we stay healthy and the Oline plays good

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by Knoxvillage on Sep 2, 2011 9:00 AM CDT reply actions

This team might make some real noise if…

… they could get themselves a real #2 WR.

Britt’s a #1 but (IMO) none of the other guys are more than #3 type WRs.

To be a great team, you need a true #2 WR..

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by steeler-hater on Sep 2, 2011 9:13 AM CDT reply actions

Chemistry is the problem

QBs and WRs aren’t in sync.

The hint of chemistry between Hasselback and Nate the past two games is great news.

by oysterhead43 on Sep 2, 2011 9:18 AM CDT via iPhone app reply actions

This is exactly it, imo

Sure having more studs at WR would help, but I think we will see them improve as the season continues.

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by rothbard on Sep 2, 2011 9:22 AM CDT up reply actions

It matters even more so with the run and shoot...

The WRs have a lot of latitude to improvise their routes, taking what the D gives them. The QB has to have a good feel for what a WR might do given the coverage to be able to judge when to release the ball.

by dls on Sep 2, 2011 9:28 AM CDT up reply actions

Really?

You think once they get on the same page with the QB they are going to be able to catch all of a sudden?

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by Jimmy on Sep 2, 2011 10:10 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs

All WRs drop a pass here and there

Unless you are Fitzgerald or Andre Johnson.

The main issues with the passing game was when Hasselbeck thought the WR was going to run in, or stop, or go out and the receiver did something else. You saw that on the two Washington misses against the Bears, a couple of times with Hawk, and that one throw to Britt in this last game.

Once the receivers get on the same page with Hass, then this will be a good passing attack…not great, but good (possibly very good). That’s all you need with CJ in the backfield.

by shawneriksmith on Sep 2, 2011 10:15 AM CDT up reply actions

Drops havent been the main problem

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by rothbard on Sep 2, 2011 11:04 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions

what about Cook?

Does he not effectively work as a solid receiving option as well?

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by Evanbio on Sep 2, 2011 9:23 AM CDT reply actions

He should but…

… he needs to show it in the games that count.

I believe he will finally live up to expectations but he needs to do it first…

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by steeler-hater on Sep 2, 2011 9:37 AM CDT up reply actions

IMO

we already have a QB contravercy! If Jake has time to plant he feet and get a look around he is good to go. Go titans 2011

by toysandprojects on Sep 2, 2011 9:49 AM CDT reply actions

no

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by rothbard on Sep 2, 2011 9:53 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs

^This

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by Jimmy on Sep 2, 2011 10:00 AM CDT up reply actions

I hear you

I didnt want him to start either but he just looked better to me! would he give us a better chance to win more? I didn’t want jake to get throne out they to early and get hurt either.
We get our hole team on the field and we might just be alright. Go Titans 2011

by toysandprojects on Sep 2, 2011 10:37 AM CDT up reply actions

looked better against what?

Too early for the start Locker war

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by rothbard on Sep 2, 2011 11:05 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions

agreed

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by Ice0ne (CAJ) on Sep 2, 2011 10:03 AM CDT up reply actions

I like Locker a lot

His composure in the pocket, his mobility, his accuracy on the move, and even his accuracy in the pocket wasn’t bad…but, I am glad we have a solid veteran taking the snaps this season. It just gives Locker more time to settle into the role he’ll eventually assume.

I am just glad we don’t have Gabbert…I still have yet to see why anyone would think he could be an NFL QB.

by shawneriksmith on Sep 2, 2011 10:17 AM CDT up reply actions

*This; he has improved this much with a reduced off-season and now looks like he could start (although I am glad he isn't)

as the season goes on and the more reps he gets… I am really excited for him. Top 10 QB next year, COUNT IT!

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by StPrattrick on Sep 2, 2011 10:31 AM CDT up reply actions

locker did look better than hasselbeck

i honestly wouldnt mind if he was our starter

Jake Locker <3

by Lobotomyze on Sep 2, 2011 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions

You forgot to mention Harper, Jimmy.

I don’t want to wear CJ out. I think they’re 2 different type backs and I think it’s good to mix things up.

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by titansfan4ever on Sep 2, 2011 10:09 AM CDT reply actions

Problem is

It will be Ringer getting those carries instead of Harper.

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by Jimmy on Sep 2, 2011 10:10 AM CDT up reply actions

thats a problem?

Im not calling him Thorchak. Not even if there's a fire

by bond003 on Sep 2, 2011 10:45 AM CDT up reply actions

It's a problem if you're trying to mention Harper!

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Stafon Johnson tripping at the goal line is a conspiracy!!!!!!!!!!! did you see munchak wringing his hands and grinning creepily after he fell?!?!?!?!?!? I think I saw a device come up out of the field right as he was about to cross the endzone!!!!

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