The Tennessee Titans are probably the happiest team in the league to see the nfl resume business. The term "rebuilding mode" is an understatement for a team that has a new head coach, offensive coordinator, defensive coordinator, and starting quarterback. Who that quarterback is remains a mystery after first round draft pick Jake Locker was brought in to replace first round draft bust Vince Young. Incumbent backup Kerry Collins chose to retire, and third stringer Rusty Smith is just plain terrible. You would think the Titans most pressing issue would be to bring in a veteran backup right? Wrong.
The Titans have a major problem on their hands if they do not take care of their dread head highlight reel Chris Johnson. Johnson held out last year for more money and the Titans applied a band aid. This time Johnson has all the leverage, and will have every reason to hold out. CJ to this point is very fortunate to have avoided the major injury that could set a career back. He has the most rushing yards since entering the league, and has proved durable in the Titans run first system. Johnson should look no further than Green Bay's Javon Walker, who reported to work against his better judgement while negotiating an extension. Walker suffered a major knee injury and soon faded from memory all together. Johnson also knows the Titans must spend more money under the new CBA. And let's be honest, nobody has mistaken the Titans for being Nostradamus when it comes to evaluating first round talent. Pac Man Jones, Vince Young, Kenny Britt? Two of the players are no longer on the team and Britt has one cleat out of the door. The Titans are not putting away cap room for another blockbuster deal anytime soon.
Look CJ, the time is now to get your money. What are the chances of another 300 plus attempt season with no injuries. Regardless of the quarterback (an over the hill veteran or inexperienced rookie) the offense will do nothing without you in the lineup. The fans will quickly lose interest as you are now the sole bankable commodity. The time is now. The Titans must pay CJ.
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