LB (ankle/thigh) missed his second straight practice, but hasn't been ruled out. Former 49ers kicker was working out at the team's facility this week in preparation for the Nextel Catch for Cash promotion. If a fan catches a kick from Wersching at halftime of the Dec. 7 game against Arizona, the fan wins $49,000.Analysis: Support QB Jake Locker's development or address the worst defense in franchise history? The Titans opt for the former, and Warmack regarded in some circles as the draft's best pure football player should only flourish under the tutelage of head coach Mike Munchak, a Hall of Fame guard himself. The additions of Warmack and free agent Andy Levitre (along with allpro caliber LT Michael Roos) immediately thrust Tennessee's Oline into the league's upper echelon. Perhaps it again makes Chris Johnson a 2,000yard back.

EXPECTATIONS: Up to rookie coach and rookie general manager to rebuild team that could miss playoffs for fourth straight season. Quarterback and