Titans draft rumor

[BACH]

From profootballtalk:

FISHER LOOKING TO HOOK WILLIAMS?
We're hearing that Tennessee Time-servers coach Jeff Fisher is hoping to snag in the first round of the draft receiver Mike Williams.

The problem, however, is that the Titans have the sixth overall pick in the draft. The Bucs are sitting one spot ahead of them, at No. 5, and many believe that Tampa coach Jon Gruden will jump on Williams if he's still on the board when the Bucs pick.

So, as we hear, the Titans have initiated discussions with the Bears on a possible swap of positions in round one, if Williams is still available when Chicago is on the clock.

Whether the Bears would make the move likely depends on whether they ultimately want a running back in round one, or whether they're now eyeing Texas linebacker Derrick Johnson, who's most likely to be available at the six spot. If the Bears plan to go tailback, then they need to stay a step ahead of the Bucs, who are far more likely to pluck a pig-toter if Williams is gone.

One factor in this regard could be whether the Bears sign linebacker Anthony Simmons in the near future. Rumors of the possible acquisition have been floating around for the past few days, and it's possible that the Bears will no longer perceive a need for Johnson in round one if they believe that Simmons can get the job done.

Under the current version of the point system used by NFL teams to determine the value of movements on the draft board (which was developed in the 1990s by Jimmy Johnson), such a move likely would require Tennessee's second-rounder in the draft.

I know.... A rumor, but an interesting one for us. Even if the trade doesn't happen (which I doubt), it could indicate that the Titans are looking for a WR at #6, which means no CB drafted before we're on the board at #8..

 

[overseascardsfan]

Another rumor is that they need an offensive tackle. Barring a trade and Williams not there I see them taking Alex Barron.

 

[JeffGollin]

Another report has Gruden stating that he'll either draft a QB or go defense. So go figure.

I'm so excited; it's "lying time" again in the NFL!

 

[WildBB]

From profootballtalk:



I know.... A rumor, but an interesting one for us. Even if the trade doesn't happen (which I doubt), it could indicate that the Titans are looking for a WR at #6, which means no CB drafted before we're on the board at #8..

I think they still need a CB badly, who do they have now?

 

[joeshmo]

Isnt Chow with the Titans now as well. Which only gives this rumor even more legs.

 

[JPlay]

Titans don't want any reciever they want Mike Williams, Chow's old WR.

 

[Rocco]

Titans don't want any reciever they want Mike Williams, Chow's old WR.

Makes sense. Who would know him better than Norm?

 

[BigRedVol]

This would be a very stupid trade up for the Titans IMO. I don't care if Chow is OC now, and I don't care that Mike Williams played under him. If the Titans fall for this mentality, they run the risk of losing a key 2nd rd impact player. And its gonna take a few impact players to turn their team around, not just 1. And if they really wanted to trade up, why not trade up for the best receiver in the class, Braylon Edwards??? Even for Braylon, I would be against a trade up. But IF you're gonna trade up, might as well get the best guy to get. The Titans front office deserve the trout if they let this happen

BTW, if ya wanna read what Titans fans are saying, here is the link: http://forums.titansonline.com/forums/showthread.php?p=91409&posted=1#post91409

 

[BigRedVol]

How is this for a Titans draft rumor?????


Titans | May be Forced to Select OT Early in Draft - from www.KFFL.com
Sun, 27 Mar 2005 08:36:37 -0800

Jim Wyatt, of the Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans have a sense of urgency when it comes to improving their offensive tackle position this year and they are likely going to be forced to pursue the position early in the NFL Draft. Team GM Floyd Reese said the team may have to use their sixth-overall selection on the position.



Any thoughts on how this will help us

 

[BigDavis75]

It eliminates the possibility of them taking a corner, thus we have more options when we are on the clock at #8.

 

[arizona_cards_11]

Has anyone heard anything about Andre Dyson???
I may have missed it, but I didn't hear anything about him being signed.

 

[BigRedVol]

It eliminates the possibility of them taking a corner, thus we have more options when we are on the clock at #8.

Exactly Mr. Big

I think Pac-Man will be available if this rumor holds true and Pac Man is better than a #8 pick IMO. He would be a steal.

Then we could wait to see what rd2 offers for RB. If nothing there, then give up the 2nd pick for Henry.

I think I like the sound of this

 

[BigRedVol]

Has anyone heard anything about Andre Dyson???
I may have missed it, but I didn't hear anything about him being signed.

Trust me. Y'all don't want Dyson here. He will never be a #1 corner in this league. Last I heard the Skins were looking at him anyway. He takes too many chances, and gets burnt alot. His tackling isn't the best either. And if he did end up here, and he did screw up, y'all would flame me for it

 

[arizona_cards_11]

Ok, I hadn't really watched him play a full game. Only when I am flipping between games, before or after the Cards.

 

[overseascardsfan]

I would try to get Patrick Surtain from the Dolphins for Raynoch Thompson and Anthony Clement. Their two salaries combine to equal Surtain's of $6M. Or if that won't work trade a second rounder since we may use it anyway on a cornerback if we take a running back in the second round. Surtain is a #1 CB ask Madison who took a paycut last year so the team could resign Surtain to a long term deal, which didn't happen.

 

[CardsFan88]

This would be a very stupid trade up for the Titans IMO. I don't care if Chow is OC now, and I don't care that Mike Williams played under him. If the Titans fall for this mentality, they run the risk of losing a key 2nd rd impact player. And its gonna take a few impact players to turn their team around, not just 1. And if they really wanted to trade up, why not trade up for the best receiver in the class, Braylon Edwards??? Even for Braylon, I would be against a trade up. But IF you're gonna trade up, might as well get the best guy to get. The Titans front office deserve the trout if they let this happen

BTW, if ya wanna read what Titans fans are saying, here is the link: http://forums.titansonline.com/forums/showthread.php?p=91409&posted=1#post91409

Well the thing is, how are they viewing their future? That has a lot to do with it. I mean, yeah everyone wants to make the playoffs, but at the same time, sometimes you need to take a step back to take a step forward. This might be the case. Not every 2nd round player is impact. They're just supposed to be. Getting Mike williams is....well much closer and sure than a 2nd rounder.

I'm Not sold on Braylon, although he seems very talented, personally I prefer Mike Williams. Braylon could very well turn into a pro bowler....but I think Williams has a comfort factor built into and might mesh well with the offense the titans will try to implement. (Before chow was hired, I thought there was no way chow would leave.....If I did......I'd have said......GET HIM CARDS...GET HIM CARDS...because he's dang good.)

Mike Williams could arguably have been rated ahead of fitz last year. He's a great big wr. I mean it wouldn't make sense for this year, but it could down the road....and as we've heard about the reason for the cards to draft a qb this year, they might not draft this high again, and might not have a chance to get this caliber of player at WR for a long time. It might be stupid, but it's one that even if looks stupid, that same person can say it "could" make sense later on. So I don't know. At the same time, with chow on board, this would be the perfect logical thinking rumor to put out at this time. I guess I'm just saying...don't discount.

You never know