2010 NFL Fantasy Preview: Tennessee Titans

You can’t truly evaluate the Titans until you know what is going to happen with Chris Johnson. That said, like the Titans, the show must go on with or without him.

Fantasy Playoffs Schedule :  Moderate

The Titans tackle the Colts and Texans at home in Weeks 14 and 15, followed by a road matchup against Kansas City. You have to love the fantasy championship matchup (assuming Chris Johnson plays).

Five Star Fantasy Options

Chris Johnson – I actually assume that he’s going to miss some camp at the very least with the holdout, which will have a negative impact on the season.

I can’t however, in good faith, give him anything short of a five star rating as long as there is the possibility that he’ll play. That’s how good he is.

Four Star Fantasy Options

None

Three Star Fantasy Options

Vince Young – As long as he doesn’t make any more dumb decisions off the field, I think he should have a solid season on the field. I expect him to contribute more in the rushing game than last year, particularly around the goal line.

If he can limit the mistakes in the passing game, he could be a decent spot starter and backup fantasy QB.

Titans Defense/Secondary – To say the Titans were ravaged by injuries on defense last year would be putting it mildly. If they can stay healthy, along with the addition of Derrick Morgan, the Titans should be much improved on defense.

Two Star Fantasy Options

Javon Ringer – If Chris Johnson does sit out, Ringer could move up a star. It would be a RBBC, though, to replace the premier RB in the league. If Johnson plays, you can push Ringer down to a one star rating. I expect he’ll get less touches than last year, but I don’t see anyone taking significant carries from Johnson.

Kenny Britt, Justin Gage & Nate Washington – This is a run first team with a QB with questionable accuracy so it’s hard to bank on the WRs. Britt is the one with the most potential. He has good size and speed, and had flashes last year. Washington is the best deep threat, and Gage will likely play the slot position.

One Star Fantasy Options

LeGarrette Blount – Blount only has value if Johnson holds out.

Damian Williams – He’s probably a year or two from being relevant for fantasy teams, but is someone to mention in case of injury to one of the top three WRs.

Bo Scaife and Jared Cook – Scaife is the Titan TE to own, but he is limited by Cook’s presence and his inability to score TDs.

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