Javon Ringer has drawn rave reviews from Titans' new offensive coordinator Chris Palmer. Ringer is currently sidelined by a minor hip injury, but it's not a concern. "[Ringer] has exceeded my expectations," Palmer said. "I was very, very pleased with him. We're going to have to find some plays for him when Chris [Johnson] gets back in here because he's done so well." Ringer is well ahead of rookie Jamie Harper.

Javon Ringer is running with the starters as Chris Johnson's holdout continues. Offseason speculation that Ringer's roster spot was in jeopardy was misguided. He's the clear No. 2 back while fourth-round pick Jamie Harper figures to be a passing-down option if Johnson were to go down. Owners of Johnson would be wise to snag Ringer as a handcuff with one of their final picks.