Titans-Steelers one-liners

Some takeaways from an entertaining opening night slugfest that ensured that I start the year 0-1 in picking against the spread...> Had Titans kicker Rob Bironas had simply an average night, the Titans win this game. The Steelers would have had to go for it late, rather than kick the single field goal to tie it. And there is no reason to think they'd have made it, given how awful...

by Jeff ShullI have never wanted the New York Giants to shut someone up more than I want them to shut up Albert Haynesworth. I can't wait to watch O'Hara and Snee pound him into the ground.Now that I've caught your attention, allow me to share with you the comments made by Haynesworth:"I really don’t care what they do,” Haynesworth said. “If they’re going...

Chris Gardner/US PresswireWashington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth (92) rushes through the Pittsburgh Steelers line during the first half of their preseason game at FedEx Field. To nab defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth on the first day of free agency, the...

Albert Haynesworth, the Washington Redskins' new $100 million defensive tackle, was practically dismissive about the prospect of facing the Giants in...

Chris Faytok/The Star-LedgerRB Brandon Jacobs (264 pounds) and Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth (350 pounds_ are each heavyweights at their positions. Earlier in the day, Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth made it clear to reporters in Washington that he is not intimidated...

That's the view from my hotel room in scenic Bergen County, New Jersey. When we arrived in Jacksonville last week, it was gray and raining. When we arrived in Newark today, it was gray and raining. I can only hope that this is a trend that holds up throughout the season.Anyhow, here -- for those of you who may be curious -- is a rough itinerary for how a travel day like today...

Check out all of our 2009 NFL team previews. Offseason Additions: Jovan Haye (DT); Nate Washington (WR); Patrick Ramsey (QB). Offseason Losses: Albert Haynesworth (DT); Justin McCareins (WR); Brandon Jones (WR). Player to Watch: Tony Brown, DT. The Titans lost their biggest and best defender this offseason when Albert Haynesworth signed a lucrative free agent contract with the Redskins. [...]

Year after year, the NFC East is one of the most controversial divisions in the league. This year is no exception.   From T.O.'s exit out of Dallas, to the Giants loss at the receiver position, to the addition of Albert Haynesworth in Washington, there is certainly no shortage of drama.   With all the additions and all the subtractions and "addition by subtraction...

After the long wait of 221 days, The 2009 NFL Season began this Thursday night in Pittsburgh. For Giants fans, this Sunday's showdown with The Washington Redskins will mark the beginning of the final season at Giants Stadium. For The Giants, 2009 represents a total paradigm shift from 2008, where they were defending champions. The 2009 season will be about ridding themselves...

Don't worry, they all saw it. Every member of the Giants offensive line has seen the unsettling preseason clip of Albert Haynesworth dropping his 350 pounds directly onto Tom Brady, crushing Brady into the turf the way an asteroid slams into the...

When last seen, the Washington Redskins had completed their collapse from a 6-2 start to an 8-8 finish with an ugly loss at San Francisco. The good feelings that accompanied the fast start had morphed into disillusionment. But the offseason, as it so often does, brought new hope. With the signing of All-Pro defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth and the selection of pass rusher Brian...

The Steelers defeated the Titans, 13-10, in overtime Thursday night to get the NFL season underway. Here are ten things to ponder with a full slate of games Sunday and a doubleheader on Monday night. 1. Rise of the Redskins? In the modern NFL, it's good to be overlooked and disregarded. Coaches love it, for two reasons. First, it reduces expectations, and in many cases takes some...

NFL Pick and Preview by Jay Horne of Bangthebook.comTennessee Titans at Pittsburgh SteelersThursday, Sept. 10 8:30 PM Eastern   Online Sportsbook Opening line – Pittsburgh -6, 34.5 O/U The defending Super Bowl Champions known as the Pittsburgh Steelers will step on the field for the first time this season to defend their crown against another AFC powerhouse in...

The Redskins know Brandon Jacobs, at 6-4, 264 pounds, is a load to tackle. Albert Haynesworth and company are ready.