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Week 13 matchup.

The Sporting News

| December 02, 2002 | COPYRIGHT 2002 Sporting News Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

by THE WAR ROOM

Jeremy Shockey TE/Giants

vs.

Tank Williams SS/Titans

Though a rookie, Jeremy Shockey has become one of the five most dangerous tight ends in the NFL At 6-5, 255 pounds, he is quick off the line, has 4.6 speed, runs smooth mutes, rarely drops a pass and is a threat after the catch. He basically is a wide receiver in a tight end's body--and a huge matchup problem for opposing defenses.

That's where Tank Williams comes in. Williams, a 6-3, 223-pound rookie from Stanford, basically is a fourth linebacker in the Titans' scheme. He has exceptional speed for his size and makes a kit of plays in pursuit. But in contrast to Shockey, he is much better right now handling the running game than the passing game.

In the Titans' defense, Williams often plays within 5 yards of ...

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