Pollard, Verner want to return

The secondary has arguably been the strongest position on the Titans’ team this year, but two key members of the group may be playing their last game for Tennessee this Sunday.

Safety Bernard Pollard and cornerback Alterraun Verner are both scheduled to become unrestricted free agents in March unless they’re re-signed before then. Both players said Thursday they’d like to return to the Titans.

Pollard has posted a career-best 134 tackles this year, in addition to three interceptions, a blocked field goal and a blocked extra point.

“I do want to come back, but some things have to be done right for me to be here,” Pollard said.

Pollard didn’t offer specifics about what change he was seeking, but he did voice support for Titans coach Mike Munchak.

“I love coach Munchak,” Pollard said. “But all-round, things need to be done correctly for us to be successful.”

The 29 year-old Pollard has played for four teams in his eight seasons in the league, but understands he might have to add another squad to his resume.

“I thank God for every door he’s opened,” Pollard said. “Two years in Baltimore and I got a Super Bowl ring. That’s something no one can take from me.

“If it’s for me to come back here, if that’s what God’s plan is, that’s cool. If it’s for me to go somewhere else, that’s cool. It’s up to the owners and everybody else to make their decision … on who they want to come help them win.”

Verner has had his best overall season, producing a career-high five interceptions and 25 passes defensed.

“I would love to be back,” Verner said. “This is where my home has been for four years and where I’m comfortable with.

“I’ll definitely weigh all the options and see what happens. If something arises and it allows me to stay here, then I’ll be game for it. At the end of the day, I want to take care of my family and be a part of some place I can do something. I think this is a place I can.”

Verner is focused on beating Houston this Sunday, but also realizes this could be the last time he puts on a Titans uniform.

“Definitely that thought has surfaced,” Verner said. “I’m not letting that emotion get me away from the game. But it definitely has crossed my mind.”

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Source: Titans Insider