BroadwayJ667 Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 While the celebrated return of Jevon Kearse has received the majority of attention from Titans observers, it's the homecoming of Justin McCareins and Mike Heimerdinger that may have the biggest impact in Tennessee in 2008. McCareins, the team's fourth-round pick in 2001, returned to the team this offseason after spending the past four seasons with the Jets. Though the signing received little fanfare due to his disappointing tenure in New York, team officials have been pleasantly surprised by McCareins' play during workouts and hope that eight-year veteran is able to add a vertical element to their passing game. "He has been impressive," said a Titans' official. "We thought he would compete for a backup job, but he has done well with his opportunities. Despite being an older player, he still shows the ability to get down the field and make plays." McCareins' potential return to prominence is not unexpected when you consider his most productive season as a pro came under the guidance of another former Titan returning to Nashville -- offensive coordinator Heimerdinger. During his final season with Heimerdinger in 2003, McCareins set career-highs for yards (813) and touchdowns (7). After a productive minicamp, McCareins now has the inside track on the starting spot opposite Justin Gage and is being counted on to emerge as the big play threat the offense lacked last season. Heimerdinger first ran the Titans offense from 2000-04 and favors a unit that features more vertical routes than predecessor Norm Chow.The familiarity with McCareins has helped Heimerdinger incorporate the veteran into the game plan. "Heimerdinger knows McCareins' potential," said a Titans' official. "His current role in the offense plays to his strengths, and he should have plenty of opportunity to make plays." Last season, the Titans' offense ranked 29th in passing plays over 20 yards and only produced nine scores through the air. Although McCareins only had three receptions over 20 yards in 2007, the Titans believe he still possesses enough speed to be the vertical playmaker in their lineup. With four-time Pro Bowler Alge Crumpler working effectively over the middle and the Titans' formidable running game forcing eight-man fronts, McCareins will get plenty of opportunities to connect with Vince Young off deep, play-action passes. If he can recapture some of the playmaking skills he displayed during his first tour of duty, the Titans' much-maligned offense may possess enough punch to earn a return trip to the postseason. SI.com, Bucky Brooks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted July 11, 2008 Author Share Posted July 11, 2008 If the Titans thought they had problems with recievers dropping passes last year....... you finish the sentence McCariens dropped the joke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 If the Titans thought they had problems with recievers dropping passes last year....... you finish the sentence McCariens dropped the joke Not to worry, they have Mike Williams!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 If the Titans thought they had problems with recievers dropping passes last year....... you finish the sentence McCariens dropped the joke I think he'll prove you wrong. I don't know WTF his problem was with us the last 4 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted July 11, 2008 Author Share Posted July 11, 2008 i dunno about that i don't believe Vince young is more accurate than Chad or Kellen, maybe equal but not better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.S. Dylan Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 That bunch is going to go over like a lead zeppelin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor99 Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I don't know WTF his problem was with us the last 4 years. His problem is that he sucks. He can't even catch a soft, accurate ball. VY can't hit the side of a barn. It's going to be a long season for JMac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted July 11, 2008 Author Share Posted July 11, 2008 His problem is that he sucks. He can't even catch a soft, accurate ball. VY can't hit the side of a barn. It's going to be a long season for JMac. Thor you're kidding right? a long season, i'll bet he gets cut before midseason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Thor you're kidding right? a long season, i'll bet he gets cut before midseason nah, i think they'll hold on to young for at least two more season before drafting another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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