News: Titans safety Michael Griffin (illness) was cleared to play Week 17 vs. Jacksonville after being listed as probable on the injury report.
Analysis: Griffin had pretty much a par-for-the-course season. His numbers put him among the Top 60 Fantasy scoring defensive backs in IDP leagues, but he just wasn't consistent enough on a week-to-week basis to be considered more than a low-end Fantasy option. He will hold the same Fantasy value heading into 2013.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin registered his second and third interceptions of the season in Week 15 against the Jets. Both of Griffin's picks came in the fourth quarter of the 14-10 win, including his second one, which he came down with at the 2-yard line as the Jets were driving. He finished with six tackles -- five solo -- in the victory to go along with his two INTs.
Analysis: Griffin played one of his best games of the season Monday night and his two picks ended a six-game INT drought he had been going through. The 27-year-old has had another decent season for the Titans as he has already matched his tackle total from a year ago with two games left. While 2012 hasn't been his best season, Griffin can be considered a viable low-end option in deeper formats over the final two weeks of the season.
News: Tennessee defensive back Michael Griffin is active for the Week 15 Monday night game against the Jets. Griffin was considered probable for the game with a neck injury.
Analysis: Griffin has made 69 stops on the season and joins that with an interception and one sack for the Titans. He's been a consistent IDP option this year for Tennessee, but really only makes enough tackles consistently to be starting in very deep formats against the Jets.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin (neck) is healthy for the Week 15 Monday night game against the Jets. Griffin was able to practice Saturday and is considered probable on the injury report.
Analysis: Griffin has 69 tackles on the season for the Titans with one interception and a sack. He has low-end value in most IDP formats and that is how he should be viewed against the Jets Monday.
News: Titans safety Michael Griffin had three tackles in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Griffin now has 65 tackles on the season, along with a sack, two forced fumbles, and an interception. Griffin has averaged about 84 tackles in the last four seasons and is on pace for that number again. Griffin was responsible for Lester Jean's first-quarter touchdown, as he overshot Jean on the pass coverage, giving the Texans receiver an open path to the end zone. A solid defender, Griffin is a low-end IDP option heading into Week 14 against the Colts.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin posted his second subpar game in a row Sunday in Week 10 against Miami. Griffin finished the game with just two tackles, in a 37-3 win.
Analysis: Griffin has 55 tackles on the season, but just three over the last two games. He is still on pace for another solid season, but Fantasy owners in deeper formats should considered benching him if his slide continues.
News: Titans safety Michael Griffin recorded just one tackle in Sunday's 51-20 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Griffin had 14 in his previous two games combined, and has 54 overall now, so this had to come as a disappointment for his owners. He faces Miami in Week 10, and is a low-end option in IDP formats.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin (hip) was a full participant in practice Friday and is ruled as probable for Sunday's contest against the Bears in Week 9.
Analysis: Griffin has been a huge contributor defensively for the Titans this season and has posted 53 tackles -- 38 solo -- through his first eight games. Fantasy owners should continue to view him as a solid option in deeper IDP formats heading into Week 9.
News: Tennessee defensive back Michael Griffin had a big defensive game on Sunday during a Week 8 loss to the Colts. Griffin picked off an Andrew Luck pass in the game and added eight tackles for the Titans. Six of his eight tackles were of the solo variety.
Analysis: Griffin already has an 18-tackle game under his belt this season but hasn't come close to that number since that Week 2 game at San Diego. The interception Sunday was his first of the year. Griffin has struggled for the most part but can still be active in deeper IDP formats heading into Week 9 against the Bears.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin had his most productive performance in five weeks Sunday against the Bills in Week 7. He had six tackles -- all solo -- in a 35-34 win.
Analysis: Griffin is back on pace for another 100-tackle season, which is where much of his Fantasy value lies. He has yet to pick off a pass this season, but he has one in each of his previous five seasons, so it should not be long before he gets his next. Continue to consider him a decent Fantasy option in many IDP formats at this point.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin wasn't much of a factor in Week 6 against the Steelers. Griffin, who was fined $21,000 for he hit he put on Michael Jenkins last week, finished with four tackles -- two solo -- in the 26-23 win. He now has 39 tackles on the year.
Analysis: Griffin has not been his usual self of late as he has only registered nine tackles over his last three games. He has not successfully defended a pass over that stretch -- or on the season -- and is still looking for his first INT. However, the 27-year-old continues to quarterback the secondary and he should still get his numbers when all is said and done. Leave him active in most formats heading into Week 7.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin was fined $21, 000 on Tuesday for unnecessary roughness from the league office for the hit he put on Michael Jenkins in Sunday’s 30-7 loss to the Vikings. The Titans were penalized 15 yards on the play. It is easy for everybody to say ‘take the shot.’ But how easy is it to come out of my pocket?” Griffin said. “It is one of those deals where I am a dumb (expletive) if I don’t make the hit, and I am a dumb (expletive) if I do and get penalized and fined. If I don’t take the hit, fans and everybody else is pissed off. If I do, it comes out of my wallet. So it’s a no-win situation.”
Analysis: Griffin finished with just five tackles in Tennessee's Week 5 loss to the Vikings as he left the contest briefly with a head injury. However, he was able to return and looks to be fine moving forward. However, the 27-year-old has been fairly quiet over the last few weeks as has posted just 10 tackles over his last three games. Still, Griffin has proved to be a reliable IDP option in the past and he should still get his numbers when all is said and done. Leave him active in most formats heading into Week 6.
News: Tennessee defensive back Michael Griffin notched four tackles during the Titans' 30-7 loss at Minnesota in Week 5. Griffin rebounded from a lowly outing the previous game when he had just one tackle against Houston -- just the third time he collected only one stop in a game.
Analysis: Griffin has slowed done since his Week 2 showing when he posted a career-high 18 tackles and has failed to reach that mark in his past three games combined (13). Still, he is remains part of a secondary that permits ample yards so he should be able to increase his production. Look to him as a decent option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Titans safety Michael Griffin totaled one solo tackle Week 4 at Houston. It was his lowest tackle total of the season. He has 31 tackles (23 solo) through four games.
Analysis: Griffin's Fantasy appeal spiked after he totaled 18 tackles Week 2 against the Chargers. He has had nine tackles in his last two games, so Griffin isn't rewarding Fantasy owners like he did Week 2. He can be a viable Fantasy start in IDP formats. Just don't expect a ton of 18-tackle outings.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin, who followed up a four-tackle performance in Week 1 with an 18-tackle performance in Week 2, found the middle ground against the Lions in Week 3, finishing with eight tackles, including four solo.
Analysis: Griffin might not quite reach eight every week, but he'll be a reliable source of tackles for a defensive back and may even contribute the occasional interception. He remains a viable option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin was all over the field in Week 2 against the Chargers. Griffin finished with a career-best 18 tackles -- 16 solo -- in the 38-10 defeat. One of his tackles went for a loss and he now has 22 stops on the year.
Analysis: Griffin is Tennessee's best tackling defensive back and he proved as much in Week 2 with his monster performance. The 27-year-old seems to have a knack for always being around the ball so leave him active in all formats heading into Week 3 against the Lions.
News: Titans defensive back Michael Griffin had four tackles Sunday in Week 1 against the Patriots. Griffin had two solo tackles in the game.
Analysis: Griffin is worth using in deep IDP leagues as a No. 2 defensive back option. He should play well in Week 2 at the Chargers.
News: The Titans have agreed to terms with safety Michael Griffin on a five-year deal Tuesday. Tennessee placed the franchise tag on Griffin in March, but the Pro Bowl safety signed a tender to participate in the offseason program. “There was no pressure at all, I just continued to play football,” Griffin said. “I think the organization and myself handled it great.”
Analysis: Griffin's numbers were down in 2011 as he totaled 75 tackles with seven passes defensed, two interceptions and a forced fumbles. Nearly all of his non-tackle stats were half of what he had in 2010 and his tackle numbers were down by 33 total. Griffin has the obvious potential to be a No. 1 Fantasy defensive back but should probably be drafted more like a low-end No. 2 option with a late-round pick.
News: The Titans decided to apply the franchise tag on free safety Michael Griffin on Monday, not cornerback Cortland Finnegan. Tennessee now has a window of eight days to negotiate with Finnegan before free agency begins on March 13. At the combine, general manager Ruston Webster said he expected negotiations to go down to the wire.
Analysis: Griffin's numbers were down in 2011 as he totaled 75 tackles with seven passes defensed, two interceptions and a forced fumbles. Nearly all of his non-tackle stats were half of what he had in 2010 and his tackle numbers were down by 33 total. Griffin has the obvious potential to be a No. 1 Fantasy DB but should probably be drafted more like a low-end No. 2 option. Sticking in Tennessee should help.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin had seven tackles Sunday against New Orleans in Week 14. He had six solo tackles and now has 60 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Griffin is a low-end DB in IDP leagues and should only be used if needed in Week 15 at the Colts.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin totaled six tackles (five solo) and one forced fumble Week 13 at Buffalo. Griffin is up to 54 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Griffin had a career campaign in 2010, racking up 108 tackles. Unfortunately, his breakout year put him on the map and teams try to shy away from him now. That has dropped Griffin to be a low-end Fantasy DB since he isn't making as many plays.
News: Tennessee DB Michael Griffin (hip) is active for the Week 9 game against Cincinnati. Griffin has played in all seven games for the Titans this season and kept that streak going against the Bengals.
Analysis: Griffin has recorded 35 tackles and an interception this year, his fifth in the NFL. The 26-year-old generated a career-high 108 tackles last season and could come close to that mark again this year. Consider him a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Tennessee DB Michael Griffin (hip) practiced in full again Friday and is expected to play in Week 9 against Cincinnati. Griffin has played in all seven games for the Titans this season.
Analysis: Griffin has recorded 35 tackles and an interception this year, his fifth in the NFL. The 26-year-old generated a career-high 108 tackles last season and could come close to that mark again this year. Consider him a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin came up with an interception against Curtis Painter of the Colts on Sunday in the Week 8 win. Griffin finished the game with five total tackles and had two passes defended.
Analysis: Griffin picked up his first interception of the season on Sunday. Griffin needs more picks to be considered a viable Fantasy IDP option, since he doesn't make a whole bunch of tackles.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin landed hard on his elbow breaking up a pass in the fourth quarter Week 5 at Pittsburgh and had to leave the game. He had four tackles, including three solo, before leaving. Coach Mike Munchak said the injury likely won’t keep Griffin out Week 7 vs. Houston.
Analysis: Griffin recorded 108 tackles last season, which is a great number for a defensive back, but he hasn't been as productive this season. He has yet to record more than six tackles in a game. Because he's not necessarily a reliable source of interceptions either, he's looking like a No. 3 Fantasy DB at best this season.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin, who missed some practice time leading up to the game because of an illness, is active for Week 5 at Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Griffin is a pretty good tackler for a defensive back and will contribute the occasional interception as well. His stats are lagging so far this year, but he's still worth using as a No. 2 or 3 DB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Tennessee DB Michael Griffin (illness) returned to practice Friday and is considered probable for Week 5 against Pittsburgh. Griffin missed Thursday's session with an illness, but is expected to play Sunday barring any setbacks.
Analysis: After finishing with 108 tackles last season, Griffin has gotten off to a sluggish start this year notched 17 tackles in the first four games. He also has yet to pick off a pass after posting four interceptions last year. Consider him a worthwhile option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin totaled four solo tackles in Week 2 against the Ravens. He also had one tackle for loss and one pass defense.
Analysis: Griffin doesn't have an interception yet on the season, but he is coming off a career year and should still make plays for Tennessee. Consider him a viable Fantasy DB in larger IDP formats.
News: Tennessee free safety Michael Griffin was solid Week 1 against the Titans, though he did not impact the turnover game. He was able to get behind the line and make a tackle for a loss, on the way to fishing with six on the afternoon. Griffin made five solo tackles in the 16-14 loss.
Analysis: Griffin is one of the best all-around safeties in the game, and he displays it in Fantasy play as well. He finished as the No. 6 scoring Fantasy DB last season and he got off to a solid start Sunday. Griffin is good enough to utilize as a No. 1 DB option going forward.
News: Tennessee free safety Michael Griffin recovered a Dominic Rhodes fumble in the Week 17 loss to the Colts. He was able to return the ball 20 yards to set up what should have been the game-winning kick, but the Titans offense also turned the ball over. Griffin finished the afternoon with five solo tackles.
Analysis: Griffin eclipsed the 100-tackle mark for the first time in his career this season, and snagged four interceptions in the process. He also forced two fumbles and recovered two on the year. Heading into 2011, Griffin should be able to continue to play at a high level at the back-end of a talented young defense. Continue to view him as a high-end Fantasy option on draft day.
News: As expected, Tennessee free safety Michael Griffin is not listed among the team's inactives for the Week 17 game against the Colts. He was listed as probable with a knee injury as he practiced all but one day this week.
Analysis: Griffin is having a career year in 2010. He has his first 100-tackle season, but he hasn't let his run-stuffing skills affect his ability to also play the pass. He has four interceptions and 11 pass deflections as well. Griffin is a high-end Fantasy DB when healthy.
News: Tennessee free safety Michael Griffin was limited in Friday's practice, but is listed as probable for the season finale Week 17 against the Indianapolis Colts. Griffin injured his knee in last week's loss in Kansas City. He was held out of Wednesday's practice but worked fully on Thursday.
Analysis: Griffin is having a career year in 2010. He has his first 100-tackle season, but he hasn't let his run-stuffing skills affect his ability to also play the pass. He has four interceptions and 11 pass deflections as well. Griffin is a high-end Fantasy DB when healthy.
News: Titans S Michael Griffin, who didn't practice Wednesday because of a knee injury, said he will play Week 17 against the Colts. "Oh yeah, I'm gonna be out there," Griffin said. "I'll give it my all no matter what."
Analysis: Griffin is having a career year in 2010. He has his first 100-tackle season, but he hasn't let his run-stuffing skills affect his ability to also play the pass. He has four interceptions and 11 pass deflections as well. Griffin is a high-end Fantasy DB when healthy.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin recorded six tackles in Week 16 at Kansas City. He did not record another stat in the game.
Analysis: Griffin has eclipsed the 100-tackle mark with his effort in Week 16. He has also been a decent source for passes defensed, but is mostly useful for his ability to be around the ball and make tackles.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin once again had a productive game as a tackler Week 15 against the Texans, recording seven tackles, all solo. He also forced a fumble.
Analysis: Griffin is up to 97 tackles on the season, which is plenty for a defensive back. Consider him a No. 1 option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin totaled five tackles (four solo) in Week 14 against the Colts. He had one tackle for loss. Griffin has 11 tackles in two December games.
Analysis: Griffin keeps adding onto his career high in tackles, which is up to 90, and he still has three games to go. Griffin is really coming into his own as one of the top safeties in the NFL. He is worth starting in most Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin was able to rack up six tackles -- three solo -- in the Week 13 loss to the Jaguars. He also managed to knock down one of QB David Garrard's passes.
Analysis: Griffin was part of a defense that allowed RB Maurice Jones-Drew to rack up a career-high 186 yards rushing on 31 carries, so a number of Titan defenders racked up a good amount of tackles. Griffin is a sure-tackler in the secondary and he should continue to start in most Fantasy formats.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin (probable, illness) was not listed among the inactives for Week 13 vs. Jacksonville.
Analysis: Griffin already has a career-high 79 tackles in 2010. He has also been solid in pass coverage with four interceptions. Griffin is emerging as one of the best safeties in the NFL and is a solid Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin sat out practice Friday because of an illness, but he is listed as probable for Week 13 against the Jaguars. Coach Jeff Fisher said Griffin will be fine to play Sunday.
Analysis: Griffin already has a career-high 79 tackles in 2010. He has also been solid in pass coverage with four interceptions. Griffin is emerging as one of the best safeties in the NFL and is a solid Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin picked up 11 total tackles (eight solo) in Week 12. He now has 79 on the year.
Analysis: Griffin is a pretty good Fantasy DB, though only in the leagues where tackles count. He should continue to make plenty in Week 13 at Philadelphia.
News: Tennessee DB Michael Griffin recorded eight tackles in the Week 11 overtime loss to Washington. Griffin had six solo tackles and did not intercept a pass in the game.
Analysis: Griffin had intercepted a pass in four straight games from Week 4 until Week 7 but has now gone three straight without a pick. Entering Week 12 at Houston, Griffin is still worth using in most Fantasy IDP leagues because he can be a tackling machine.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin made seven tackles in a Week 10 loss at Miami.
Analysis: Griffin had a four-game interception streak ended in his last games, but he ranks in the top-10 among the best tackling DBs in the league, which helps him when he doesn't make a pick. Continue to use him in the majority of IDP Fantasy formats heading into Week 11 vs. Washington.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin entered Week 8 against the Chargers having recorded an interception in four straight games. He had a chance to extend that streak in the third quarter on Sunday but had his interception of QB Philip Rivers called back due to a defensive holding penalty. Griffin finished the game with six tackles, including one for a loss, in the 33-25 defeat.
Analysis: Griffin almost had a interception returned for a touchdown in Week 8 but the holding call negated his stellar run. He has four interceptions on the year with seven passes defended and 53 tackles. He remains a No. 1 Fantasy DB in IDP formats heading into Week 10 against the Dolphins.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin intercepted a pass for a fourth straight game in Week 7 against the Eagles. He was credited with two passes defensed and five tackles.
Analysis: Griffin is a well-rounded IDP option who can rack up a fair amount of tackles and has a nose for the football. He has at least one pass defensed in all but one game to date and remains just about a must-start in IDP leagues.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin had another solid game in Week 6 against the Jaguars. He picked off QB David Garrard in the second quarter for his third interception of the year. Griffin also collected three tackles in the 30-3 win.
Analysis: Griffin has intercepted a pass in three consecutive games and is on pace to match the seven his posted in 2008. He continues to be a solid all-around option with 42 tackles, five passes defended, a fumble recovery and a forced fumble. Continue to view Griffin as a No.1 Fantasy DB heading into Week 7 against the Eagles.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin recorded his second interception of the season in Week 5 against the Cowboys. Griffin picked off Tony Romo in the end zone in the third quarter, as the Cowboys were driving. He also four tackles, three solo and was credited with a pass defended in the 34-27 win.
Analysis: Griffin now has two interceptions on the season and has posted double-digit tackle counts in two of the his five games this season. He has a knack for always being around the ball and can be considered a low-end No.1 Fantasy DB heading into Week 6 against the Jaguars.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin made just six combined tackles against Denver in Week 4. This performance came on the heels of his performance at the Giants in Week 3, in which he made 12 combined tackles.
Analysis: Griffin has twice posted double-digit tackle counts already this season, but Fantasy owners can't count on that every week. He is best used as a No. 2 DB in IDP formats.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin did not record any tackles in Week 3 at the Giants. He had 12 tackles in Week 1 against the Raiders and five tackles in Week 2 against the Steelers.
Analysis: He managed 57 tackles and one interception last season for the Titans. He is a solid tackler for a DB, but should be considered no more than a low-end No. 2 DB in IDP formats because of his inconsistency.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin was credited with five tackles in Week 2 against the Steelers. He also managed a pass defensed for the second straight week to start the season.
Analysis: Griffin managed 12 tackles in Week 1 against Oakland. He managed 57 tackles and one interception last season for the Titans. He is a solid tackler for a DB, as he showed in Week 1 and should be viewed as a viable No. 2 DB in larger IDP formats.
News: Tennessee DB Michael Griffin had an impressive Week 1 performance against the Raiders. Griffin finished with a team-high 12 tackles and he appeared to be all over the field against the Raiders. Griffin also recovered a fumble in the game.
Analysis: Griffin managed 57 tackles and one interception last season for the Titans. He is a solid tackler for a DB, as he showed on Sunday. Despite that fact, Griffin isn't big with getting interceptions and is only a low-end option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin had nine tackles, including eight solo, Week 17 at Seattle. He also picked up his first sack of the season.
Analysis: Griffin is a good tackler for a defensive back, but he finished the year with just one interception to go along with that one sack. He'll be a low-end option in Fantasy IDP leagues entering 2010.
News: The Titans had several defenders make plays Friday night against the Chargers. DB Cortland Finnegan had seven tackles. LB Stephen Tulloch had 10 tackles. DB Chris Hope had eight tackles. DL Kyle Vanden Bosch had three tackles. DB Michael Griffin had two tackles.
Analysis: The Titans did not play well against the Chargers, but hopefully they can rebound in Week 17 at Seattle. Consider using all your regular IDP options against the Seahawks.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin had a great day in Tennessee's Week 15 win over Miami. Griffin made four tackles, an interception and recovered a fumble.
Analysis: Griffin is worth using in most IDP Fantasy leagues as a low-end starting DB when healthy. The Titans host San Diego in Week 16.
News: Titans LB Stephen Tulloch (13 tackles), LB Gerald McRath (10 tackles), DB Nick Harper (nine tackles, interception), DB Chris Hope (two tackles, interception) and DL Jacob Ford (sack) all played well in a Week 15 win over Miami.
Analysis: Tulloch and Hope have some value in deeper IDP leagues, while the rest of these guys can all be ignored in Week 16 vs. San Diego.
News: Tennessee DB Michael Griffin suffered a shoulder injury Week 13 against the Colts. He finished the game with two tackles.
Analysis: Griffin is worth using in most IDP Fantasy leagues as a low-end starting DB when healthy. The Titans play the Rams Week 14.
News: The Titans had some good performances from their defensive stars despite a tough loss to the Colts on Sunday. LB Stephen Tulloch had 11 tackles. DE Kyle Vanden Bosch had four tackles. And DB Michael Griffin had two tackles.
Analysis: The Titans play at New England in Week 6, so use Tulloch, Vanden Bosch and Griffin in the same capacity as you have been and hope for a good outing in a must-win game for the Titans.
News: Titans DB Chris Hope (10 tackles), LB David Thornton (seven tackles), DB Michael Griffin (six tackles, fumble recovery), LB Stephen Tulloch (five tackles, sack) and DL Williams Hayes (four tackles, sack) all played well in a Week 4 loss to the Jaguars.
Analysis: Griffin is worth using in most IDP Fantasy leagues as a low-end starting DB, while Tulloch and Hope have value in deeper formats. Use only those three in Fantasy play for Week 5 vs. Indianapolis.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin totaled nine tackles (seven solo) and one forced fumble during a Week 1 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Griffin really came into his own as a second-year pro in 2008 with a career-high seven interceptions. In fact, he has 10 picks in 33 career games and has become a solid ball-hawking defender. Griffin passes as a viable No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin had two interceptions in Week 16 against Pittsburgh. He returned one 83 yards for a touchdown. He also had four tackles in the game.
Analysis: Griffin now has seven interceptions this season to go with the touchdown. The 23-year-old is going to be a real sleeper in his third season and makes a decent play for Week 17 at Indianapolis, though the team will be looking to rest its starters having clinched the top seed in the AFC.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin made his fifth interception of the season in a Week 14 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Griffin is a second-year safety with the Titans who had three interceptions last year. He is worth using in deeper IDP leagues for Week 15 at Houston.
News: In a 19-16 win at home over Green Bay, notable Titans defenders from Week 9 include: FS Chris Hope (five solo tackles, sack, interception), DL Jacob Ford (two solo tackles, two sacks, forced fumble), DL Dave Ball (four total tackles, sack), LB Stephen Tulloch (seven solo tackles), CB Nick Harper (six solo tackles) and DBs Michael Griffin and Cortland Finnegan (six total tackles). LB Keith Bulluck added five tackles and David Thornton had four solo tackles.
Analysis: Of these defenders, Griffin, Bulluck, Thornton, Hope and Finnegan are worth owning and starting in IDP league play. The Titans play at the Bears in Week 10.
News: Notable Titans defenders from their Week 5 game at Baltimore include: LB Keith Bulluck (13 total tackles), CB Nick Harper (six solo tackles, interception), FS Chris Hope and CB Cortland Finnegan (eight total tackles each) and SS Michael Griffin (two solo tackles, sack). DT Albert Haynesworth added five total tackles.
Analysis: All of these players are worth using in IDP leagues, especially Bulluck. Tennessee is on bye in Week 6 but play at Kansas City in Week 7. Start these guys against the weak Chiefs offense then.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin had two interceptions of Matt Schaub passes during a Week 3 win against the Texans. Griffin also had two tackles and two pass defenses.
Analysis: The former Texas Longhorn is off to a great start in his second year as he has three interceptions and one sack in three games. Griffin has a ton of talent and is worthy Fantasy DB at this time.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin intercepted Carson Palmer in Tennessee's Week 2 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Griffin is a second-year safety with the Titans who had three interceptions last year. He isn't much of a ball-hawker or tackle machine, so continue to ignore him in all but the deepest of formats.
News: Titans DB Michael Griffin, who was the team's top draft choice in 2007, played well as a rookie. He appeared in all 16 games and finished with 54 tackles, three interceptions and one forced fumble.
Analysis: Griffin split time at corner and safety and has plenty of potential. Consider him a No. 3 DB in IDP leagues heading into 2008 with the chance to see his value rise because of his talent.
News: Titans LB Stephen Tulloch (10 tackles), LB David Thornton (nine tackles), DB Cortland Finnegan (seven tackles), DB Michael Griffin (seven tackles) and DB Eric King (five tackles) all had nice outings in Tennessee's 10-6 win over the New York Jets in Week 16.
Analysis: Thornton and Finnegan have some value as backups in deeper IDP leagues, but none of these players should be used in Week 17 against the Colts.
News: Notable Titans defenders from Week 14 vs. San Diego include: DE Kyle Vanden Bosch (eight total tackles, three sacks), LB David Thornton (six solo tackles), DB Michael Griffin (seven total tackles, interception), DB Calvin Lowry (seven total tackles, interception), CB Nick Harper (five total tackles, interception), DT Albert Haynesworth (four total tackles, sack) and DB Donnie Nickey (two solo tackles, sack). Keith Bulluck added one solo tackle.
Analysis: Of these players, Bulluck, Vanden Bosch, Thornton and Harper are the only reliable IDP options, though Lowry is a sleeper for down the stretch playing in place of FS Chris Hope. The Titans play at the Chiefs in Week 15.
News: Notable Titans defenders from Week 7 at Houston include: CB Nick Harper (eight solo tackles, two interceptions, two fumble recoveries), LB Keith Bulluck (four solo tackles, interception, fumble recovery), DB Cortland Finnegan (four solo tackles, sack, forced fumble), DB Michael Griffin (five solo tackles), LB David Thornton (four total tackles, forced fumble) and DE Kyle Vanden Bosch (one tackle, one sack).
Analysis: Of these players, Bulluck and Vanden Bosch are reliable IDP league studs. Harper will get picked up in a lot of leagues but isn't worth starting most weeks; he had no interceptions coming into the game. The Titans play vs. Oakland in Week 8.
News: Michael Griffin says he's still trying to get comfortable at cornerback after playing safety in college. The Tennessee Titans liked his performance at his new position enough to let their top pick work with the first-team defense Monday. The chance came as part of the secondary rotation Titans coaches are using during training camp in hopes that competition will sift out the starters. Griffin helped himself by intercepting two passes Friday in a 27-24 victory at New England. "Things are not set in stone. Everybody's getting an opportunity, and I really don't know what's going on," Griffin said after working opposite veteran Nick Harper in the morning session. "I'm just doing what they're telling me. I don't think it means anything. I guess since me being a rookie and the first-rounder, there's high expectations."
Analysis: Consider Griffin a low-end option in IDP leagues and hope he continues to make progress. He could be a useful option as the season goes on.
News: The Tennessee Titans had all their draft picks except Michael Griffin on the field Friday afternoon for the start of training camp. Griffin, the 19th overall pick, will be around Saturday after agreeing to terms by the time the first practice ended. General manager Mike Reinfeldt walked out as coach Jeff Fisher talked to reporters and gave him the news that the Griffin had agreed to terms. "I wanted to give you something to talk about," Reinfeldt said.
Analysis: Fisher already said he wasn't worried about getting Griffin signed and that he thought they were close to filling out the paperwork. Fisher said they will start the former Texas safety at cornerback to see if he can help fill the void left by the season-long suspension of Adam "Pacman" Jones. Griffin had eight interceptions at Texas where he started at free safety last season alongside his twin brother, Marcus. He also blocked eight kicks in his career, including six punts. He was a quality player in college and should end up being a nice reserve DB in the deepest of Fantasy IDP leagues. Dynasty league owners should consider him with a middle-round choice since he could revert to safety before his career is past him.
News: Titans rookie Michael Griffin, who played safety in college, will start out at cornerback with Tennessee to help the team fill a hole on defense left by the season-long suspension of cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones. Head coach Jeff Fisher liked how Griffin handled working at cornerback. "He improved from this morning to this afternoon, and we expected to see that. As we've said all along, he's a very talented player. He's a very good defensive player and he can play all the positions, and he will only continue to get better outside," Fisher said.
Analysis: Griffin said he needs to work on staying low and his backpedal. "It's a learning process. I don't think it's no A. You can give me an E for effort," Griffin said. He was a quality player in college and should end up being a nice reserve DB in the deepest of Fantasy IDP leagues. Dynasty league owners should consider him with a middle-round choice since he could revert to safety before his career is past him.
