Tennessee Titans
Chris Johnson - #28 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 191 lbs. |
| Birthday | 09/23/1985 |
| Birthplace | Orlando, FL |
| College | East Carolina |
| Years played | 6 |
| Drafted | 2008, 1st round, 24th pick by Titans |
Titans believe Locker is franchise QB
The Titans stuck to their guns and went out and got the guy they view as a franchise QB for the organization for years to come.
Teams continue to deny facility access to players
Multiple teams have denied their players access to the organizations' training facilities Thursday, following Judge Susan Richard Nelson's ruling that the lockout should be immediately lifted, according to multiple published reports.
Draft Dose: Who needs a DT?
In the 32nd and final installment of the Draft Dose series, PFW takes a look at 10 teams in need of a defensive tackle.
Titans tempted to expand Johnson's role
Expanding RB Chris Johnson's role as a receiver might not be the best way for Tennessee to keep its star player fresh.
Draft countdown: Pick No. 8
PFW looks back at the last 10 players chosen with the eighth pick in the NFL draft, including DE Derrick Harvey by the Jaguars in 2008.
Report: Titans give GM Reinfeldt new contract
Titans GM Mike Reinfeldt has received a contract extension that will keep him in his role through 2014, according to PFW correspondent Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean.
Reports: Titans WR Britt arrested for eluding police
Titans WR Kenny Britt is in trouble with the law, again. The wideout was reportedly arrested on Tuesday following a police chase.
Titans' Gray wants bigger D-linemen
The way we hear it, the Titans, under new defensive coordinator Jerry Gray, are looking to add some brawn to the defensive line this offseason.
Titans, USC resolve Kiffin case
The Tennessee Titans and USC released a joint statement Wednesday about the resolution of the case involving the hiring of Kennedy Pola.
Player-organized workouts a serious gamble
Players across the NFL are staging their own workouts to stay sharp during the lockout. But is the risk worth the reward?
Draft Dose: Who needs a tight end?
What teams in this year's draft could be in the market for a tight end like Notre Dame's Kyle Rudolph? The Broncos are one team that figures to be on the lookout after releasing veteran TE Daniel Graham.
Former Titans WR coach: Growth from Britt key
Former Titans WR coach Fred Graves told PFW that continued maturation from young WR Kenny Britt will be key as he enters his third NFL season.
Players working out despite lockout
NFL players are locked out of their team facilities due to the ongoing labor negotiations, but that hasn't stopped some players from meeting up with teammates and getting work done.
Under siege under center
Adding to the uncertainty due to the current lockout are the undeniably shaky QB situations facing one-third of the league's teams, including the 49ers and holdover starter Alex Smith.
AFC team needs
The Raiders will likely have to replace shutdown CB Nnamdi Asomugha, who is a free agent, this offseason, as we identify the top three draft needs of each AFC team.
PLAYER NEWS
Johnson wrapped up his roller-coaster season with 56 yards and a touchdown on 21 carries in the Titans' win over the Jaguars on Sunday.|||||||
Johnson finished with 1,243 yards, but had just six touchdowns and totaled 84 yards in his last two games.
Johnson is expected to start Sunday against Jacksonville after returning to practice Friday even though he was limited by an injured right ankle.|||||||
Johnson hurt his ankle in Week 16, so fantasy owners still should be cautious of having him in the lineup.
The only game Johnson has missed in the NFL came when Tennessee sidelined the running back in 2008 to prep for the playoffs. He isn't about to let a sore right ankle sideline him now.|||||||
Johnson said Thursday he will play in Sunday's season finale against the division rival Jaguars (2-13). He hurt his ankle in last week's 55-7 loss in Green Bay and missed a second straight practice Thursday.
Johnson carried 11 times for 28 yards and caught two passes for 13 in Sunday's 55-7 loss at Green Bay.|||||||
Johnson injured his right ankle in the contest but played through the pain. Monitor the situation for Week 17.
Johnson has returned to Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers after sitting out one drive with an injured right ankle.|||||||
Johnson was hit hard by Packers linebacker Clay Matthews just before the end of the first quarter. Johnson was on the ground for several minutes before getting up and walking gingerly to the sidelines.