Tennessee UFAs to be

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  1. NewsGrabber

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    <p><em>Posted by ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky</em></p> <p>By popular demand, here's the list of the Titans' unrestricted-free-agents-to-be.</p> <table border="0" cellspacing="4" cellpadding="0" width="203" align="right"> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td><img src="http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/1104/nfl_a_ahaynesworth_200.jpg" alt="" hspace="4" width="200" height="300" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td align="left"><font size="1" style="line-height: 1em">AP Photo/John Russell</font></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td align="left"><font size="1" style="line-height: 1em"><strong>When the dust settles this offseason, Albert Haynesworth could be the richest defender in the NFL.</strong></font></td> </tr> </table> <p>They are in rough order of importance, with comments.</p> <p>We'll give you similar lists for the Texans, Colts and Jaguars soon.</p> <ol> <li>Defensive tackle <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=3543" target="_new">Albert Haynesworth</a>: In line to be highest-paid defender in football. A critical piece of what the Titans do.</li> <li>Quarterback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=734" target="_new">Kerry Collins</a>: The right guy for this team right now, on the field and in the locker room.</li> <li>Nickelback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=8522" target="_new">Vincent Fuller</a>: Has provided continuity and steady play at a crucial spot.</li> <li>Tight end <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=8593" target="_new">Bo Scaife</a>: A quality target, but could end up being overpriced.</li> <li>Kicker <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=9235" target="_new">Rob Bironas</a>: Big, strong leg has been clutch for the most part.</li> <li>Return man/cornerback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=9285" target="_new">Chris Carr</a>: Provided a huge boost to return games and was quality depth on defense.</li> <li>Punter <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=538" target="_new">Craig Hentrich</a>: Has been great for them, but his game had dropped off some and he's talking retirement.</li> <li>Offensive lineman <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=8564" target="_new">Daniel Loper</a>: They like him a lot as a versatile backup.</li> <li>Cornerback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=8570" target="_new">Eric King</a>: Finished hurt, but provides excellent depth when healthy.</li> <li>Wide receiver <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=8510" target="_new">Brandon Jones</a>: Coming off his steadiest season, but may be a No. 3 at best.</li> <li>Quarterback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=4555" target="_new">Chris Simms</a>: He likes the team, the team likes him. But the No. 3 job is probably all the Titans can offer.</li> <li>Wide receiver <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=2673" target="_new">Justin McCareins</a>: Hard to imagine they can't or won't upgrade opposite <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=4601" target="_new">Justin Gage</a>.</li> <li>Cornerback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=766" target="_new">Tyrone Poole</a>: A veteran who was added late as insurance but never really needed.</li> <li>Cornerback <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=8632" target="_new">Reynaldo Hill</a>: The team made it clear by hurrying him to IR that he's got no standing left.<br /> </li> </ol>

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    #1 NewsGrabber, Jan 13, 2009
  4. TBC_titan

    TBC_titan Camp Fodder

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    1. Definitely try to retain Al. Although I fear he may want a contract that is too long for the FO to go for. He may want 5-6 years, but the FO may only want 2-3 years.

    2. Same for Kerry. But concerning the statement of him being the guy right now, that's exactly it. He's not our long term solution. I hope that Vince gets over himself and learns how to read defenses.

    3. Definitely try to keep Fuller. IMO, he's one of the league's best NBs. He's also a Safety and could fill in for Hope/Griff if one of those guys goes down.

    4. Scaife's a keeper too. I think he will want to stay a Titan and will entertain any decent offer by the FO.

    5. Bironas....we all know the answer to that (short of him asking for too much money).

    6. Keeper...if he doesn't get greedy.

    7. Hentrich may very well retire. We need to think about a replacement anyway. It was a good run for him though. Will he make the HOF?

    8. Don't know much about Loper.

    9. Same as #6

    10. If he doesn't cost too much. And in reality, BJ could be a solid #2 or even a #1 if he continues what he did this year.

    11. Keep him at least through camp to motivate KFC and VY, or start him if he excels/surpasses bofe dem.

    12. NO! He has to be the biggest disappointment short of VY this year. I had such high hopes for him. What a shame. Hopefully BJ will be in his spot next year.

    13. Don't know much about him either.

    14. NO! No further explanation needed.
     
    #2 TBC_titan, Jan 13, 2009
  7. Deuce Wayne

    Deuce Wayne NOW Y'ALL GET THE MESSICH?!

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    Haynesworth
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    I say Henrtrich retires. Scaife isn't that great and can be replaced. Carr is worth keeping if cheap. Brandon Jones would be worth keeping but he's either hurt or being neglected by our coaching staff.
     
    #3 Deuce Wayne, Jan 13, 2009
  10. Alex1939

    Alex1939 Space Invaders Champion

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    I think it would be a real mistake to get worse at the TE position. Scaife is solid. I hope he re-signs.


    KEEP (unless it's insane $$, all will be expensive):
    Bironas
    Scaife
    Haynesworth

    Attempt to keep cheap (or at least reasonable $$):
    KfC
    Fuller
    Carr
    Hentrich
    Loper
    King
    BJones

    Don't sign:
    Chris Simms
    J-Mac
    R.Hill
    T.Poole



    If keeping AH, Bo Scaife, and Bironas meant not signing any of the other free agents, I could live with that.
     
    #4 Alex1939, Jan 13, 2009
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    Deuce Wayne NOW Y'ALL GET THE MESSICH?!

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    Scaife doesn't seem hard to replace to me. He's just a big slow guy that's solid. Doesn't do anything special. Just solid.
     
    #5 Deuce Wayne, Jan 13, 2009
  16. TitanJeff

    TitanJeff Kahuna Grande Staff

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    I don't break the bank for Scaife or Brandon Jones. But these guys (and everyone else on this list) would be insane to not hit the market to test the waters. There'll be stupid money being thrown around.
     
    #6 TitanJeff, Jan 13, 2009
  19. Gunny

    Gunny Shoutbox Fuhrer

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    Albert, Collins, Fuller and Bironas are must keeps.

    If they like Stevens enough, Scaife can go. Same with Jones/McCariens vs Hawkins.
     
    #7 Gunny, Jan 13, 2009
  22. Alex1939

    Alex1939 Space Invaders Champion

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    Scaife had the 13th most receiving yards and the 7th most receptions of any TE this season. In 2007, he had the 17th most receiving yards and 14th most receptions of any TE.


    If we can keep him for around the 12th highest paid TE in the league, I'd like that.



    He was Vince's third leading receiver in 2007 and KFC's leading receiver in receptions this season. He's a consistent and important option considering we go with VY or KFC as quarterback next season.
     
    #8 Alex1939, Jan 13, 2009
  25. SEC 330 BIPOLAR

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    I feel like I'm the only one that's not interested in paying the big bucks to Albert. I just got a bad feeling about it.
     
    #9 SEC 330 BIPOLAR, Jan 13, 2009
  28. guitarjunkie

    guitarjunkie We're Screwed...

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    You & me both. I'd say let Jones start, & draft. Get somebody who can catch, elves, leprechauns, somebody.....
     
    #10 guitarjunkie, Jan 13, 2009
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