Nate Washington, Kenny Britt Solve Tennessee Titans’ Receiver Dilemma

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Published: June 6, 2009

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... when the Titans went to the Super Bowl, Kevin Dyson and Derrick Mason weren't exactly setting the world on fire. That offense was all about Steve McNair, Frank Wycheck and Eddie George.

The offensive philosophy was pretty simple: Control the clock and keep the opposing offense on the sideline.

About a decade later, the faces were different, but the philosophy was the same.

Tennessee relied heavily on Chris Johnson and LenDale White, the best running back duo in the NFL. Kerry Collins made plays when he had to, but most importantly, he kept the Titans in games by avoiding mistakes. He was the consummate game manager.

That was all well and good until the Titans ran up against Baltimore in the playoffs. The Ravens, always known for having outstanding defenses, made sure that they shut down the run and forced Tennessee to beat them with the pass.

While Collins didn't have a horrible game (26-of-42, 281 yards, one interception), Baltimore...

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