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NASHVILLE - Titans receiver Justin Gage said his crash-landing after a leaping grab against the 49ers was worth the pain.

NASHVILLE - Kevin Mawae fired back at Rodney Harrison on Friday, a day after the former NFL safety called the veteran center a "dirty dude" and the Titans the dirtiest team in the NFL.

The Titans released receiver Chris Davis on Friday night, just three days after re-signing him to compete for return duties.

Nothing surprising to close out the week. The 49ers would appear to be getting Reggie Smith back for Sunday's game, which is a nice little shot in the arm for a secondary that has had injury issues much of the season.

Titans right tackle David Stewart missed practice on Friday but is expected to play against the 49ers on Sunday, Coach Jeff Fisher said.

Nate Clements makes a tackle on Joseph Addai. Clements will miss at least six weeks with a fractured right scapula.

Posted by ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Titans promised changes beyond Vince Young for Kerry Collins.

The Titans are looking at their options for a return man again because Mark Jones has a left hamstring injury.

Titans nickelback Vincent Fuller practiced on Wednesday while cornerbacks Cortland Finnegan and Nick Harper remained sidelined.

Quarterback Kerry Collins again wore a light brace on his left knee during Monday's practice.

Generally speaking, consistency at the offensive line is a very good thing, and somewhat of a necessity for a productive offense.

Young talent at offensive tackle is a commodity and a necessity. Via The Sporting News, RealScouts put together this list of the 20 top tackles.