Johnson Faces Jets in Season Opener | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. Welcome in. This is NFL News Today, where the lead meets AI. I'm Cory with the story. Alright, so the Tennessee Titans are gearing up for their season opener this Sunday against the New York Jets. While a lot of the buzz is about Robert Salah facing his old squad, there's another major player on the Titans roster who's also about to go. Head to head with his former team. This is Germain Johnson, a defensive tackle the Titans picked up in a player for player trade with the Jets. It happened pretty early in the off season right after they brought in Salah. The Titans really needed to beef up their pass rush, and Johnson was seen as a perfect fit for their scheme. Johnson himself seems pretty focused on the upcoming game, and the new team. He's expressed that he's just ready to get the season rolling, especially with the guys and coaches he knows. He's familiar with the system, which makes him a valuable addition. The trade itself was a smart move for Tennessee. They swapped a player who wasn't fitting their defensive strategy for Johnson, who was

1:00a proven performer in the system they run. It was a clear upgrade for their defensive line. Now Johnson gets his chance to prove his worth right out of the gate. He's had his best performances when working with Salah, and he's expected to bring a serious boost to the Titans' defense. We'll see how he performs against his old team on Sunday.