DT Kevin Vickerson has perhaps as much raw talent as any of the defensive tackles on the Titans roster. And it shows in his play and ability to blow up plays and collapse the pocket. However, Vickerson is still plagued by costly mistakes, such as a pair of offsides penalties in the preseason opener against Buffalo and a questionable rough-the-passer call against Tampa Bay. After the Buffalo game, Titans coach Jeff Fisher spelled out that Vickerson would need to play with more discipline to stick on the roster, despite his obvious talent. "I'm not pleased with the two defensive offsides. He's (Vickerson) doing that on the practice field and he's doing it in games. He's got to get that under control or he can't play for us, but he is a very good player. He's productive. He's physical," Fisher said. 81/6/2009

Vickerson for four games without pay starting Friday for violating the league's policy on anabolic steroids and related substances.
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