The 2006 Tennessee Titans season began with the team trying to improve on their 4-12 record in 2005. Jeffrey Michael Fisher (born February 25, 1958) is an American football head coach, currently the head coach of the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League. ... LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... The AFC South refers to the Southern Division of the American Football Conference of the National Football League that was created prior to the 2002 season when the league realigned divisions after expanding to 32 teams. ... The 2007 Tennessee Titans season will be the 48th season for the team in the National Football League, and their tenth in Tennessee. ... The 2006 season of the National Football League (NFL) was the 87th one played by the major professional American football league in the United States. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... The 2005 National Football League regular season began on Thursday, September 8, 2005 and ended on Sunday, January 1, 2006, New Years Day. ...

Offseason

In 2006, exciting news for the future came when in the 2006 NFL Draft, the Titans, with the third overall pick, chose Vince Young, star quarterback out of the University of Texas, and with their second round pick, picked USC running back LenDale White. Then, they used the rest of their picks on Penn St. Safety Calvin Lowry, North Carolina St. LB Stephen Tulloch, Miami University (OH) LB Terna Nande, Tennessee DT Jesse Mahelona, Wisconsin WR Jonathan Orr, Samford DB Cortland Finnegan, Utah LB Spencer Toone, and Utah RB Quinton Ganther. The 2006 National Football League Draft , the 71st in league history, took place in New York City at Radio City Music Hall on April 29 and April 30, 2006. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... LenDale White (born December 20, 1984) is an American football running back who plays for the Tennessee Titans. ... Calvin Lowry is a safety for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League. ... Stephen Tulloch is an American football linebacker who currently plays for the National Football Leagues Tennessee Titans. ... Terna Nande (born June 17, 1983) is an American football linebacker. ... Jesse Mahelona was a Defensive Tackle at the University of Tennessee from 2004-2005. ... Jonathan Orr (born March 20, 1983 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American football wide receiver who plays for the NFLs Tennessee Titans. ... Cortland Finnegan (born February 2, 1984) is an American football defensive back for the Tennessee Titans. ... Spencer Toone is an american football linebacker who was selected by the National Football League Tennessee Titans in the last round of the 2006 NFL Draft. ... Quinton Ganther is an American football running back who was selected by the National Football League Tennessee Titans in the last round of the 2006 NFL Draft. ...

Regular season

Week 1: vs. New York Jets

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

The Titans opened the regular season at home against the New York Jets on September 10. After a scoreless first quarter, the Titans started to seriously trail as opposing RB Kevan Barlow scored on a one-yard TD run (extra point attempt was good) and an 8-yard TD pass to opposing WR Jerricho Cotchery (extra point attempt failed). In the third quarter, things didn't get any better, as opposing kicker Mike Nugent kicked an 18-yard field goal to make Tennessee trail 16-0. In the fourth quarter, the Titans made a valiant attempt to comeback, as RB Travis Henry got a 3-yard and a 1-yard TD run, which were both followed by successful two-point conversions. However, the Jets were just too much as opposing TE Chris Baker caught a 12-yard TD to put the game away. City East Rutherford, New Jersey Other nicknames Gang Green, the Green and White Team colors Hunter Green and White Head Coach Eric Mangini Owner Woody Johnson General manager Mike Tannenbaum League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960-1969) Eastern Division (1960-1969) National Football League (1970–present) American Football Conference... Kevan C. Barlow (born on January 7, 1979 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) in the citys rough neighborhood of Garfield is a player in the National Football League. ... Jerricho Cotchery is a wide reciever/punt returner for the New York Jets. ... Mike Nugent (born March 2, 1982 in Centerville, Ohio) is an American football placekicker for the New York Jets of the NFL. He was selected with the 15th pick of the second round of the 2005 NFL Draft out of the Ohio State University. ... Travis Deion Henry (born October 29, 1978 in Frostproof, Florida) is an American football running back who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. ... Chris Baker is a race car driver born in the United States of America on the 29th of November 1969. ...

Week 2: at San Diego Chargers

at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, California
Qualcomm Stadium (a. ... Nickname: Location of San Diego within San Diego County Coordinates: , Country United States State California County San Diego Founded July 16, 1769 Incorporated March 27, 1850 Government  - Mayor Jerry Sanders  - City Attorney Michael Aguirre  - City Council Scott Peters Kevin Faulconer Toni Atkins Tony Young Brian Maienschein Donna Frye Jim Madaffer...

In Week 2, the Titans played their first road game of the year against the San Diego Chargers. From the get-go, the Titans trailed as opposing kicker Nate Kaeding kicked a 28-yard field goal in the first quarter. Things only got worse in the second quarter, as San Diego unleashed their ultimate weapon, RB LaDainian Tomlinson, as he got a 4-yard and an 8-yard TD run and Kaeding got a 31-yard field goal to give Tennessee a 20-0 halftime deficit. Things weren't any better in the third quarter, as Kaeding got a 35 and a 44-yard field goal for San Diego. In the fourth quarter, the game was put well out of reach as opposing QB Philip Rivers completed a 12-yard TD pass to WR Vincent Jackson. By this time, QB Kerry Collins was taken out and rookie QB Vince Young came in to complete an 18-yard pass to WR Drew Bennett. However, the Chargers would deliver one more blow as opposing QB Charlie Whitehurst ran 14 yards for tha game's final TD. City San Diego, California Other nicknames Bolts, Super Chargers Team colors Navy Blue, White, and Gold Head Coach Marty Schottenheimer Owner Alex Spanos George Pernicano (Minority owner (3%)) General manager A.J. Smith Fight song San Diego Super Chargers League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960-1969) Western Division (1960... Nate Kaeding (born March 26, 1982) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the San Diego Chargers of the NFL. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 2004 in the 3rd round with a pick acquired from Rivers-Manning Trade. ... LaDainian Tomlinson (born June 23, 1979) is an American football player who currently plays running back for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League. ... Philip Rivers (born December 8, 1981 in Decatur, Alabama) is an American football player who currently plays quarterback for the San Diego Chargers of the NFL. In the 2004 NFL Draft, Rivers was obtained in a draft-day trade with the New York Giants -- the Chargers drafted quarterback Eli Manning... Vincent Jackson (born January 14, 1983 in Fort Polk, Louisiana) is an American football wide receiver that played college football at the University of Northern Colorado. ... Kerry Michael Collins (born December 30, 1972 in Lebanon, Pennsylvania) is an American football quarterback for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL. He has played for the Oakland Raiders, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, playing in Super Bowl XXXV for New York. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Andrew Russell Bennett (born August 26, 1978 in Berkeley, California) is an American football player in the National Football League. ... Charlie Whitehurst (born in 1984) is an american football quarterback for the National Football League San Diego Chargers. ...

Week 3: at Miami Dolphins

at Dolphin Stadium, Miami, Florida
Interior of Dolphin Stadium, football configuration Dolphin Stadium, baseball configuration Dolphin Stadium (previously known as Joe Robbie Stadium, Pro Player Park, Pro Player Stadium[1], and Dolphins Stadium) is a football, lacrosse, soccer and baseball stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, a suburb north of Miami. ... Location of Miami Gardens in Miami-Dade County, Florida. ...

Staying on the road, the Titans traveled to Dolphin Stadium for a Week 3 contest against the Miami Dolphins. From the get-go, the Titans trailed as kicker Olindo Mare got a 40-yard field goal. The Titans would take the lead before halftime as QB Kerry Collins completed a 27-yard TD pass to TE Bo Scaife in the second quarter. However, in the third quarter, the Dolphins retook the lead as QB Daunte Culpepper got a touchdown on a 5-yard QB sneak. Titans kicker Rob Bironas would tie the game up on a 22-yard field goal. Unfortunately, in the fourth quarter, the Dolphins would be the team that walked away with win #1 as Mare booted a 39-yard field goal to drop the Titans to 0-3. Interior of Dolphin Stadium, football configuration Dolphin Stadium, baseball configuration Dolphin Stadium (previously known as Joe Robbie Stadium, Pro Player Park, Pro Player Stadium[1], and Dolphins Stadium) is a football, lacrosse, soccer and baseball stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, a suburb north of Miami. ... City Miami Gardens, Florida Other nicknames The Fins Team colors Aqua, Coral, White and Navy Head Coach Cam Cameron Owner H. Wayne Huizenga General manager Randy Mueller Mascot T.D. League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1966-1969) Eastern Division (1966-1969) National Football League (1970–present) American Football Conference... Olindo Mare is the longtime placekicker for the NFLs Miami Dolphins. ... Kerry Michael Collins (born December 30, 1972 in Lebanon, Pennsylvania) is an American football quarterback for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL. He has played for the Oakland Raiders, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, playing in Super Bowl XXXV for New York. ... Oliver Edward Bo Scaife, III (born January 6, 1981 in Denver, Colorado) is an American football tight end drafted 179th overall in the 2005 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. ... Daunte Culpepper (born January 28, 1977 in Ocala, Florida) is an American football quarterback who is currently a free agent. ... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ...

Week 4: vs. Dallas Cowboys

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

Back at home, the Dallas Cowboys traveled to Nashville to face off against the Titans. The Titans started their rookie quarterback Vince Young after veteran Kerry Collins produced dismal results after the first 3 games of the season. The Titans were able to score with a field goal on their opening drive making it the first time this season that they were able to score in the first quarter. The Titans were held to two field goals in the first half while the Cowboys had a lead at halftime with two 13 yard TD passes from Drew Bledsoe to WR Terry Glenn to put them up 14-6. This article does not cite any references or sources. ... For other cities named Nashville, see Nashville (disambiguation). ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Kerry Michael Collins (born December 30, 1972 in Lebanon, Pennsylvania) is an American football quarterback for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL. He has played for the Oakland Raiders, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, playing in Super Bowl XXXV for New York. ... Terry Tyree Glenn (born July 23, 1974 in Columbus, Ohio) is an American football player who currently plays for the Dallas Cowboys at the wide receiver position. ...

The Cowboys continued to drive up the score during the 3rd quarter with a 5-yard touchdown run by RB Julius Jones. During this play Titans' DT Albert Haynesworth stepped on the face of Cowboys center Andre Gurode. Haynesworth was flagged for Unsportsmanlike Conduct and ejected from the game. He protested his ejection by taking off his helmet and throwing it on the ground. He was then flagged again with another Unsportsmanlike Conduct penalty. Gurode left the field with an ice pack to his face and required stitched above his left eye. He did not return to the field. Head Coach Jeff Fisher as well as Haynesworth later apologized for his actions. Vince Young connected for his second touchdown of the year to TE Ben Troupe. During the 4th quarter, the Cowboys scored on a field goal by Mike Vanderjagt. LB Brady James intercepted Vince Young's pass intended for Ben Troupe and returned it for a touchdown. The Cowboys sealed the win with a 7-yard TD run by Tyson Thompson with a final score of 45 to 14. The Cowboys moved to 2 and 1 while the Titans continued to losing streak dropping to 0-4. Albert Haynesworth (born June 17, 1981) is a current American Football defensive tackle for the Tennessee Titans in the National Football League. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Jeffrey Michael Fisher (born February 25, 1958) is an American football head coach, currently the head coach of the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League. ... Ben Troupe (born September 1, 1982) is an American football player, playing tight end for the NFLs Tennessee Titans. ... Michael Mike Vanderjagt (born March 24, 1970 in Oakville, Ontario) is a National Football League player from Canada who most recently played with the Dallas Cowboys and is now a free agent. ... Tyson Thompson (born May 21, 1981) is a running back for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (American football). ...

Week 5: at Indianapolis Colts

at the RCA Dome, Indianapolis, Indiana
The RCA Dome is a domed stadium located in Indianapolis, Indiana which is the home of the Indianapolis Colts NFL franchise. ... Nickname: Location in the state of Indiana Coordinates: , County Marion Founded 1821 Government  - Mayor Bart Peterson (D) Area  - City  372 sq mi (963. ...

Hoping to get their first win of the year, the Titans traveled to the RCA Dome for Week 5, as they played an AFC South match-up with the Indianapolis Colts. The Titans got off to a surprising start, as QB Vince Young ran 19 yards for a touchdown. Tennessee would follow it up in the second quarter, as kicker Rob Bironas kicked a 22-yard field goal to give the Titans a 10-0 halftime lead. In the third quarter, Tennessee would get an unpleasant wake-up call, as Colts QB Peyton Manning completed a 13-yard TD pass to WR Marvin Harrison. The Titans would get another field goal, as Bironas kicked a 47-yard field goal. Unfortunately, Tennessee remained winless on the year, as Manning completed a 2-yard TD pass to WR Reggie Wayne in the fourth quarter. With their loss, the Titans continued to stay at the bottom of the AFC South. The RCA Dome is a domed stadium located in Indianapolis, Indiana which is the home of the Indianapolis Colts NFL franchise. ... City Indianapolis, Indiana Team colors Speed Blue, White, and Gray Head Coach Tony Dungy Owner Jim Irsay General manager Bill Polian Mascot Blue [1] League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1953–present) Western Conference (1953-1969) Coastal Division (1967-1969) American Football Conference (1970-present) AFC East (1970-2001) AFC... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Peyton Williams Manning (born March 24, 1976 in New Orleans, Louisiana)[1] is an American football quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts NFL franchise. ... Marvin Daniel Harrison (born August 25, 1972, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American football player who played for Syracuse University and is currently playing in the NFL for the Indianapolis Colts. ... Reginald DeVincey Wayne (born November 17, 1978 in New Orleans, Louisiana) is an American football wide receiver who currently plays for the NFLs Indianapolis Colts. ...

Week 6: at Washington Redskins

at FedExField, Landover, Maryland
FedExField (originally Jack Kent Cooke Stadium) is a football stadium located in Landover, Maryland, a community off of the Capital Beltway (I-495) in Prince Georges County near the site of the old Capital Centre later called USAir Arena. ... Landover is an area of Prince Georges County in the State of Maryland in the United States of America. ...

The Titans won their first game of the year, and Vince Young earned his first NFL win in a game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField. Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... For other uses, see Redskins (disambiguation). ... FedExField (originally Jack Kent Cooke Stadium) is a football stadium located in Landover, Maryland, a community off of the Capital Beltway (I-495) in Prince Georges County near the site of the old Capital Centre later called USAir Arena. ...

The Titans got on the board first as K Rob Bironas connected on a 32-yard field goal five minutes into the game. The Skins responded with a 10-yard touchdown run by RB Clinton Portis. On the first play of the second quarter, Skins QB Mark Brunell hit TE Chris Cooley with a 24-yard touchdown pass. Titans K Bironas converted a 26-yard field goal, and Young hit WR Brandon Jones with a 3-yard touchdown near the end of the first half, to pull the Titans to within one going into halftime. Titans RB Travis Henry rushed for a career high 178 yards and scored on a 2-yard run in the third quarter. On the Skins next possession, Titans FB Casey Cramer blocked a Derrick Frost punt out of the end zone for a safety. Skins RB Portis ran for his second touchdown early in the fourth quarter, and Brunell hit WR Santana Moss for the two-point conversion to tie the game at 22. Titans K Bironas kicked a field goal from 30 yards out with 5 minutes left to give them a 25-22 lead. The Skins had one last chance but Brunell threw an interception to S Lamont Thompson to seal the deal for the Titans. James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Mark Allen Brunell (born September 17, 1970 in Santa Maria, California) is a limp wristed, interception throwing, left-handed American football player who currently plays quarterback for the NFLs Washington Redskins. ... Chris Cooley (born July 11, 1982 in Powell, Wyoming) is an American football Tight End (H-back in the 2005 season) currently playing for the Washington Redskins. ... Brandon Jones (born October 6, 1982 in Texarkana, Texas) is an American football player in the National Football League. ... Travis Deion Henry (born October 29, 1978 in Frostproof, Florida) is an American football running back who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. ... Casey Cramer (born January 5, 1982) is an American football player for the Tennessee Titans. ... Derrick Frost is an American football player who currently plays punter for the Washington Redskins of the NFL. Categories: | ... Santana Terrell Moss (born June 1, 1979 in Miami, Florida) is an American football player who currently plays wide receiver for the Washington Redskins of the NFL. // Moss played high school football at Miami Carol City Senior High and then at the University of Miami, where he broke the school... Lamont Darnell Thompson (born July 30, 1978 in Richmond, California) is a safety with the Tennessee Titans. ...

Week 8: vs. Houston Texans

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

Coming off their Bye Week, the Titans went home for an AFC South battle with the Houston Texans. After a scoreless first quarter, Titans QB Vince Young started the scoring with a 20-yard TD run. Afterwards, Texans kicker Kris Brown would kick a 27-yard field goal. Tennessee would strike back with DE Tony Brown returning a fumble 40 yards for a touchdown. In the third quarter, Young would complete a 20-yard TD pass to WR Bobby Wade, while Houston QB Sage Rosenfels (who replaced starting QB David Carr early in the quarter) completed a 10-yard TD pass to WR Andre Johnson. In the fourth quarter, Adam "Pacman" Jones helped the Titans boost their lead by returning a punt 53 yards for a touchdown. The Texans would try to fight back, as Rosenfels completed a 1-yard TD pass to rookie TE Owen Daniels (Extra Point Attempt Failed) and a 2-yard TD pass to Daniels (2-Point Attempt Failed). In the end, Tennessee would get consecutive victories, as the Titans improved to 2-5. City Houston, Texas Team colors Deep Steel Blue, Battle Red, and Liberty White Head Coach Gary Kubiak Owner Bob McNair General manager Rick Smith Mascot Toro League/Conference affiliations National Football League (2002–present) American Football Conference (2002-present) AFC South (2002-present) Team history Houston Texans (2002–present) Championships... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Kris Brown is a placekicker for the Houston Texans. ... Tony Eion Brown (born January 17, 1975) is a New Zealand rugby union player (fly half). ... Robert Louis Wade, Jr. ... Sage Rosenfels (born March 6, 1978 in Maquoketa, Iowa) is an American football quarterback with the Houston Texans of the NFL. // Rosenfels was a college player at Iowa State University, and the Washington Redskins selected him in the fourth round of the 2001 NFL Draft. ... David Carr (born July 21, 1979, in Bakersfield, California) is an American football player. ... This biography does not cite any references or sources. ... Adam Pacman Bernard Jones (born September 30, 1983) is an American football cornerback. ... Owen Daniels (born November 9, 1982 in Naperville, Illinois) is an American football tight end for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. ...

Week 9: at Jacksonville Jaguars

at Alltel Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida
Alltel Stadium is a football stadium located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida next to the St. ... Nickname: Motto: Where Florida Begins Location in the state of Florida Coordinates: , Country United States State Florida County Duval Government  - Mayor John Peyton (R) Area  - City  885 sq mi (2,264. ...

Hoping to build off of their recent victory over the Texans, the Titans flew to Alltel Stadium for an AFC South fight with the Jacksonville Jaguars. From the get-go, the Titans fell behind, as Jags QB David Garrard completed an 11-yard TD pass to WR Ernest Wilford and a 14-yard TD pass to TE George Wrighster in the first quarter. In the second quarter, Jaguars kicker Josh Scobee would kick a 47-yard and a 21-yard field goal in the second quarter, giving Jacksonville a 20-0 lead over Tennessee at halftime. In the third quarter, the Titans woes continued as Garrard hooked up with Wilford again on a 22-yard TD strike. Then, DB Scott Starks returned an interception 55 yards for a touchdown. Finally, Scobee would kick a 39-yard field goal, putting the game out of reach. In the fourth quarter, Tennessee would get their only score of the game, as QB Vince Young completed a 32-yard TD pass to WR Drew Bennett. With the loss, the Titans fell to 2-6. Alltel Stadium is a football stadium located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida next to the St. ... City Jacksonville, Florida Other nicknames The Jags Team colors Teal, Black, White, and Gold Head Coach Jack Del Rio Owner Wayne Weaver General manager James Harris Mascot Jaxson de Ville League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1995–present) American Football Conference (1995-present) AFC Central (1995-2001) AFC South (2002... David Douglas Garrard (born February 14, 1978 in East Orange, New Jersey) is an American football player who plays quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars. ... Ernest Lee Wilford (born January 14, 1979 in Richmond, Virginia) is an American football wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL. Wilford was drafted by the Jaguars with the 24th pick of the 4th round in the 2004 NFL Draft. ... George Fredrick Wrighster (born April 1, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee) is an American football tight end for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL. He was selected with the seventh pick of the fourth round of the 2003 NFL Draft out of the University of Oregon. ... Joshua Taylor Scobee (born June 23, 1982 in Longview, Texas) is an American football kicker for the Jacksonville Jaguars . ... Scott Starks (born July 23, 1983 in St. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Andrew Russell Bennett (born August 26, 1978 in Berkeley, California) is an American football player in the National Football League. ...

Week 10: vs. Baltimore Ravens

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

Hoping to rebound from their road loss to the Jaguars, the Titans went home for a Week 10 fight, as QB Vince Young went up against his predecessor (Steve McNair and the Baltimore Ravens.) In the first quarter, the Titans scored first on a 21-yard field goal by kicker Rob Bironas. Afterward, McNair completed a 65-yard TD pass to WR Mark Clayton to give Baltimore the lead. Afterwards, Young got a 2-yard TD run to give Tennessee the lead, while DE Tony Brown sacked McNair in the end zone for a safety. In the second quarter, the Titans increased its lead with TE Bo Scaife getting a 13-yard TD run and RB Travis Henry getting a 1-yard TD run. However, the Ravens responded with McNair completing a 30-yard TD pass to FB Ovie Mughelli, followed up by kicker Matt Stover's 27-yard field goal. After a scoreless third quarter, Baltimore wrapped things up against Tennessee with Stover getting a 40-yard field goal and McNair completing an 11-yard TD pass to WR Derrick Mason. With the loss, the Titans fell to 2-7. Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Steve LaTreal McNair (born February 14, 1973), nicknamed Air McNair, is an American professional football player who spent 11 years as a quarterback for the Tennessee Titans (formerly Houston Oilers), until he was traded in June 2006 to the Baltimore Ravens. ... City Baltimore, Maryland Team colors Purple, Black, and Gold Head Coach Brian Billick Owner Steve Bisciotti General manager Ozzie Newsome Mascot Ravens League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1996–present) American Football Conference (1996-present) AFC Central (1996-2001) AFC North (2002-present) Team history Baltimore Ravens (1996–present) Championships... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Clayton makes a leaping touchdown reception past Darrell Green Mark Clayton (born April 8, 1961) is a former American Football wide receiver who played most of his career with the Miami Dolphins, entering the league in 1983 with the Dolphins and playing there until 1992. ... Tony Eion Brown (born January 17, 1975) is a New Zealand rugby union player (fly half). ... Oliver Edward Bo Scaife, III (born January 6, 1981 in Denver, Colorado) is an American football tight end drafted 179th overall in the 2005 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. ... Travis Deion Henry (born October 29, 1978 in Frostproof, Florida) is an American football running back who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. ... Ovie Phillip Mughelli (born June 10, 1980 in Boston, Massachusetts) is an American football fullback for the Baltimore Ravens of the NFL. // Mughelli attended the exclusive Porter-Gaud School in Charleston, South Carolina and was a good student and a letterman in football, basketball, tennis, and track&field. ... Matt Stover (born January 27, 1968 in Dallas, Texas, USA) is a kicker for the Baltimore Ravens in the National Football League (NFL). ... Derrick James Mason (born January 17, 1974 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American football player. ...

Week 11: at Philadelphia Eagles

at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... Nickname: City of Brotherly Love, Philly, the Quaker City Motto: Philadelphia maneto (Let brotherly love continue) Location in Pennsylvania Coordinates: Country United States State Pennsylvania County Philadelphia Founded October 27, 1682 Incorporated October 25, 1701 Mayor John F. Street (D) Area    - City 369. ...

Hoping to end their two-game skid, the Titans flew to Lincoln Financial Field for a Week 11 fight with the Philadelphia Eagles. In the first quarter, the Titans drew first blood as QB Vince Young completed a 14-yard TD pass to TE Ben Troupe. The Eagles would respond with kicker David Akers completing a 42-yard field goal. In the second quarter, Akers kicked a 38-yard field goal for Philadelphia, while kicker Rob Bironas got a 36-yard field goal for Tennessee as time ran out on the half. In the third quarter, the Titans offense went into overdrive, as RB Travis Henry ran 70-yards for a touchdown, while CB Adam "Pacman" Jones returned a punt 90 yards for a touchdown. In the fourth quarter, even though QB Jeff Garcia completed a 5-yard touchdown pass to TE L.J. Smith, Tennessee managed to seal the deal with OLB Keith Bulluck returning a fumble 16 yards for a touchdown. With the win, the Titans improved to 3-7. Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Ben Troupe (born September 1, 1982) is an American football player, playing tight end for the NFLs Tennessee Titans. ... David Roy Akers (born December 9, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Travis Deion Henry (born October 29, 1978 in Frostproof, Florida) is an American football running back who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. ... Adam Pacman Bernard Jones (born September 30, 1983) is an American football cornerback. ... Jeffrey Jason Garcia (born February 24, 1970) is an American professional quarterback currently employed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. ... L.J. Smith. ... Keith Bullock is an American Football player who currently plays linebacker for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL. Categories: Sports stubs | National Football League players ...

Week 12: vs New York Giants

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

Trying to build off of their road win over the Eagles, the Titans went home for a Week 12 fight with the New York Giants. In the first quarter, Tennessee trailed early as QB Eli Manning completed a 3-yard TD pass to WR Plaxico Burress for the only score of the period. In the second quarter, Giants RB Brandon Jacobs got a 10-yard and 4-yard TD run to give the Giants a seemingly comfy 21-0 halftime. After a scoreless third quarter, the Titans' improbable comeback began in the fourth quarter with 10 minutes remaining. QB Vince Young completed a TD pass to TE Bo Scaife. Afterwards, Young would follow it up with a 1-yard TD run. The key play of the game came on a 4th and 10 from Tennessee's 24-yard line, when Giants DE Mathias Kiwanuka actually had Young in his grasp, but he let go because of was afraid that he would get a Roughing the Passer penalty. It allowed Young to dash away for the first down. Four plays later, he would complete a 14-yard TD pass to WR Brandon Jones. Afterwards, after Manning got intercepted by CB Adam "Pacman" Jones (who intercepted Manning earlier in the game), it would lead to the game-winning field goal, as kicker Rob Bironas nailed it from 49 yards out. With the win, the Titans improved to 4-7. City East Rutherford, New Jersey Other nicknames Big Blue Wrecking Crew, Big Blue, G-Men, The Jints, The New York Football Giants Team colors Royal Blue, Red, Gray, and White Head Coach Tom Coughlin Owner John Mara (50%) and Steve Tisch (50%) General manager Jerry Reese League/Conference affiliations National... Elisha Eli Nelson Manning (born January 3, 1981) is the starting quarterback for the New York Giants NFL franchise and formerly for the Ole Miss Rebels college football team. ... MARRIED MAN Plaxico Burress (born August 12, 1977 in Norfolk, Virginia) is an American football wide receiver for the NFLs New York Giants. ... Brandon Jacobs (born July 6, 1982 in Houma, Louisiana) is a running back for the New York Giants of the National Football League. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Oliver Edward Bo Scaife, III (born January 6, 1981 in Denver, Colorado) is an American football tight end drafted 179th overall in the 2005 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. ... Mathias Kagimu Kiwanuka (born March 8, 1983 in Indianapolis, Indiana) currently is a player in the NFL, and a Boston College alum. ... Brandon Jones is a National Football League wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans. ... Adam Pacman Bernard Jones (born September 30, 1983) is an American football cornerback. ... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ...

Week 13: vs Indianapolis Colts

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

After scratching off one Manning in one thriller, the Titans stayed at home for an AFC South rematch with their arch rival Indianapolis Colts. In the first quarter, the Colts struck first with QB Peyton Manning completing a 68-yard TD pass to WR Marvin Harrison for the only score of the period. In the second quarter, Indianapolis increased its lead with RB Dominic Rhodes getting a 2-yard TD run. Fortunately, the Titans started to creep back into the game, with kicker Rob Bironas getting a 25-yard field goal, while QB Vince Young completed a 20-yard TD pass to WR Drew Bennett. After a scoreless third quarter, Tennessee took the lead with Young completing a 9-yard TD pass to WR Brandon Jones. The Colts would tie the game up with kicker Adam Vinatieri completing a 20-yard field goal. Fortunately, the Titans would get the win on Bironas' incredible 60-yard field goal, sealing the win after lasting out the clock. The win would boost the Titans to an improbable possible playoff berth and end Indianapolis' winning streak on the Titans which ended at 7 games spanning 4 years. With the amazing win over both Manning brothers, Tennessee improved to 5-7. City Indianapolis, Indiana Team colors Speed Blue, White, and Gray Head Coach Tony Dungy Owner Jim Irsay General manager Bill Polian Mascot Blue [1] League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1953–present) Western Conference (1953-1969) Coastal Division (1967-1969) American Football Conference (1970-present) AFC East (1970-2001) AFC... Peyton Williams Manning (born March 24, 1976 in New Orleans, Louisiana)[1] is an American football quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts NFL franchise. ... Marvin Daniel Harrison (born August 25, 1972, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American football player who played for Syracuse University and is currently playing in the NFL for the Indianapolis Colts. ... Dominic Dondrell Rhodes (born January 17, 1979 in Waco, Texas) is an American football running back who currently plays for the Indianapolis Colts. ... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Andrew Russell Bennett (born August 26, 1978 in Berkeley, California) is an American football player in the National Football League. ... Brandon Jones is a National Football League wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ...

Week 14: at Houston Texans

at Reliant Stadium, Houston, Texas
Reliant Stadium is a football stadium in Houston, Texas. ... Nickname: Location in the state of Texas Coordinates: , Country United States State Texas Counties Harris County Fort Bend County Montgomery County Incorporated June 5, 1837 Government  - Mayor Bill White Area  - City  601. ...

In Week 14, the Titans traveled to Reliant Stadium for an AFC South rematch with the Houston Texans in a homecoming for QB Vince Young. The Titans struck first, notching 6 points on two field goals by kicker Rob Bironas. The Texans scored next, however, when RB Ron Dayne plunged into the endzone from one-yard out for his first TD as a Texan. Dayne found the endzone again in the third quarter on a two-yard run to expand the lead to 8 points. Late in the same quarter, RB Travis Henry added his own rushing score and the Titans pulled to within one. Following a Young interception by CB Demarcus Faggins, kicker Kris Brown connected on a 49-yarder. Tennessee would recapture the lead on Henry's second score, but Brown would tie the game with a 46 yarder forcing overtime. The Titans won the coin toss in overtime, and Young would end the game in dramatic fashion running for a 39-yard TD on a 3rd-and-14 early in the extra period. The Titans improved to 6-7 and remained mathematically eligible for a wildcard playoff berth. Reliant Stadium is a football stadium in Houston, Texas. ... City Houston, Texas Team colors Deep Steel Blue, Battle Red, and Liberty White Head Coach Gary Kubiak Owner Bob McNair General manager Rick Smith Mascot Toro League/Conference affiliations National Football League (2002–present) American Football Conference (2002-present) AFC South (2002-present) Team history Houston Texans (2002–present) Championships... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Ron Dayne (born March 14, 1978 in Berlin, New Jersey) is an American football running back for the Houston Texans of the NFL. He is best known for holding the NCAA record for career rushing yards. ... Travis Deion Henry (born October 29, 1978 in Frostproof, Florida) is an American football running back who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. ... Demarcus Faggins (born June 13, 1979 in Irving, Texas) is an American football cornerback for the Houston Texans. ... Kris Brown is a placekicker for the Houston Texans. ...

Week 15: vs Jacksonville Jaguars

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

Titans got their fifth straight win as they play at home against the Jacksonville Jaguars. City Jacksonville, Florida Other nicknames The Jags Team colors Teal, Black, White, and Gold Head Coach Jack Del Rio Owner Wayne Weaver General manager James Harris Mascot Jaxson de Ville League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1995–present) American Football Conference (1995-present) AFC Central (1995-2001) AFC South (2002...

In the first quarter, Adam "Pacman" Jones intercepted a pass at Tennessee's 17-yard line and returns it 83 yards for a touchdown, bringing the Titans up 7-0. Later, Maurice Jones-Drew runs the ball 12 yards for a touchdown, tying the score 7-7. Adam Bernard Pacman Jones (born September 30, 1983) is an American football cornerback and kick return specialist currently signed to the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League (NFL). ... Maurice Christopher Jones-Drew (born March 23, 1985 in Antioch, California) is a current American Football running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars. ...

In the second quarter, Jaguars kicker Josh Scobee made a 43-yard field goal, putting the Jaguars up 10-7 at halftime. Joshua Taylor Scobee (born June 23, 1982 in Longview, Texas) is an American football kicker for the Jacksonville Jaguars . ... A field goal (formerly goal from the field) in Canadian football and American football (collectively called gridiron football) is a goal that may be scored during general play (from the field). Execution of a field goal A field goal may be scored by a placekick or the very rare drop...

In the third quarter, the Titans managed to score 17 points and keep the Jaguars scoreless for that quarter. Kicker Rob Bironas made a field goal from 27 yards out. Later, Cortland Finnegan returned a loose ball 92 yards for a touchdown. Later, Chris Hope intercepted the ball and returned it 61 yards for another touchdown. At the end of the third quarter, the Titans were up by 14 points. James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Cortland Finnegan (born February 2, 1984) is an American football defensive back for the Tennessee Titans. ... A fumble in American football and Canadian football occurs when an offensive player such as the quarterback or a running back drops the ball while it is still in play. ... Chris Hope (born September 29, 1980, in Rock Hill, South Carolina) is an American Football player who played Free Safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and is currently with the Tennessee Titans. ...

In the fourth quarter, WR Matt Jones caught a 3-yard pass from Jaguars quarterback David Garrard. The final score was 24-17, Titans. Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones. ... David Douglas Garrard (born February 14, 1978 in East Orange, New Jersey) is an American football player who plays quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars. ...

Week 16: at Buffalo Bills

at Ralph Wilson Stadium, Buffalo, New York
Ralph Wilson Stadium is a football stadium located in the town of Orchard Park, a suburb of Buffalo, New York. ... Nickname: Location of Buffalo in New York State County Erie County Government  - Mayor Byron Brown (D) Area  - City 52. ...

The Titans (7-7) faced the Buffalo Bills (7-7) at Ralph Wilson Stadium on December 24, 2006. The Titans won 30-29 to improve to 8-7 and stay alive in the playoff chase, although their chances of making the tournament were slim. It was the first time the Titans had been above .500 in December since 2003 and assured that 2006 would not be a losing season. City Orchard Park, New York Team colors Navy blue, light blue, Red, light Red, White, Royal, and Nickel Head Coach Dick Jauron Owner Ralph Wilson General manager Marv Levy Mascot Billy Buffalo League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960-1969) Eastern Division (1960-1969) National Football League (1970–present) American... Ralph Wilson Stadium is a football stadium located in the town of Orchard Park, a suburb of Buffalo, New York. ...

Week 17: vs. New England Patriots

at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
LP Field is a football stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, used primarily as the home stadium of the NFLs Tennessee Titans, but also used by Tennessee State University. ... Nickname: Location in Davidson County and the state of Tennessee Coordinates: , Country United States State Tennessee Counties Davidson County Founded: 1779 Incorporated: 1806 Government  - Mayor Bill Purcell (D) Area  - City  526. ...

Needing one more win to possibly get into the playoffs, the Titans wrapped up the regular season at home against the New England Patriots. In the first quarter, Tennessee scored first with kicker Rob Bironas getting a 25-yard field goal. The Patriots responded when kicker Stephen Gostkowski hit a 28-yard field goal, and then took the lead after RB Corey Dillon scored a 21-yard TD run, though the subsequent extra point attempt failed. New England continued their scoring with Gostkowski's 26-yard field goal and another touchdown from Dillon to go up 19-3. The Titans would manage to score before halftime as CB Adam "Pacman" Jones returned a punt 81 yards for a touchdown. In the third quarter, Tennessee inched closer on Bironas' 27-yard field goal. However, the Patriots extended their lead as QB Tom Brady completed a 62-yard touchdown pass to WR Reche Caldwell. The Titans responded with another 27-yard field goal from Bironas, followed by rookie QB Vince Young running 28 yards for a touchdown to bring the Titans to within three points. However, in the fourth quarter, New England essentially put the game away on RB Laurence Maroney's one-yard TD run, followed by backup QB Vinny Testaverde completing a 6-yard TD pass to WR Troy Brown, securing the final margin as the Titans lost 40-23. With the loss, Tennessee ended their six-game winning streak, finished the season at 8-8, and was eliminated from the playoff race. City Foxborough, Massachusetts Other nicknames The Pats Team colors Nautical Blue, New Century Silver, Red, and White Head Coach Bill Belichick Owner Robert Kraft General manager Bill Belichick Mascot Pat Patriot League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960–69) Eastern Division (1960–69) National Football League (1970–present) American Football... James Robert Douglas Bironas (born January 29, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky) is an American Football player. ... Stephen The Ghost Gostkowski is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the National Football Leagues New England Patriots. ... Corey Dillon (born October 24, 1974 in Seattle, Washington) is a retired American football running back who recently was released by the New England Patriots making him a free agent. ... Adam Pacman Bernard Jones (born September 30, 1983) is an American football cornerback. ... Thomas Edward Brady, Jr. ... Donald Reche Caldwell, Jr. ... Vincent Paul Young, Jr. ... Laurence Maroney (born February 5, 1985 in St. ... Vincent Frank Testaverde (born November 13, 1963 in Brooklyn, New York) is an American football quarterback for the National Football Leagues New England Patriots. ... Troy Fitzgerald Brown (born July 2, 1971 in Barnwell, South Carolina) is an American football wide receiver for the New England Patriots of the National Football League. ...