Tennessee Titans running back and ultimate weapon Chris Johnson notched his 12th straight 100 yard game in their 38-6 beat down of Oakland. He needs two more to tie Barry Sanders all time record of 14. Three to sit atop the record books. Johnson's 142 yard, two touchdown performance was seen as a "normal" day to those who closely follow the Titans. A true testament to Johnson's ability and big play potential. While his 76 yard touchdown run in the second quarter was impressive, Johnson's most impressive performance came in the post game interview.
In an off season full of labor disputes, contract holdouts, bold predictions, and all out trash talking, it was good that Johnson did not take the bait when asked about his goals for the season. The out spoken self titled CJ2K made his own contributions to the nfl's "what about me" off season persona with his highly publicized contract dispute with the Titans. Cooler heads prevailed, and Johnson reported to camp on time. His 2500 yard rushing goal is also well publicized, but when asked about his personal performance in the Titans victory Johnson responded "I feel like if I do my job and do my situation that in any game I can get over a 100. I'm really not going into any game right now thinking about any records, making sure I get over a 100 and this and that. My main focus is winning." Johnson made no mention of Sanders, no mention of 2500 yards, and no mention of Young's touchdown throw from the one yard line. That would have been an eyes closed, stat padding touchdown for Johnson. The Titan's blowout victory was a total team win and Johnson made a total team statement. Someone should remind Patriots receiver Randy Moss that Johnson is playing for a new deal as well.
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