May 9, 2008

The way we hear it, the Titans are likely to get first-round pick Chris Johnson about 8-12 touches a game in his first season. Johnson, a running back from East Carolina, was far and away the fastest player at Tennessee's rookie minicamp, and offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger will work to get him the ball in positions where he'll have the edge because of that speed. Johnson's development will be key for a Tennessee offense that was 23rd in yards per play last season. On paper, he looks like he'll be the Titans' most dangerous player in space. He figures to also contribute on special teams, an area where Tennessee lacked punch last season.