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The Titans believe Locker learned a lot in his first season as an NFL starter. GM Ruston Webster hopes Locker will also be healthier and do a better job of protecting himself in 2013 and beyond. “There are times I wish he’d do a better job protecting himself for sure,” Webster said Thursday. “That is not his nature. But that is something we are working on. Also, if we can help him offensive line-wise, run game-wise, that might keep him healthy as well."
Reported by the Nashville Tennessean
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Webster added: "[Locker] doesn’t necessarily have to turn into a free safety when the ball gets picked off or a fumble gets picked up. But you saw him as the year went on — and he was banged up — protecting himself a little more. ...” Locker had surgery in January on his left (non-throwing) shoulder, which was dislocated in the season opener — while tackling a player returning an interception — and continued to be a problem throughout the season. The second-year pro missed five games and wore a harness for the final seven. He’s rehabbing and on track to participate in the June minicamps. Locker was 4-7 with 10 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. He was sacked 25 times. This fall, the Titans are expected
to make greater use of Locker’s mobility under OC Dowell Loggains. Which seems to be a bit at odds with their desire to keep him healthy. Still, given Locker's athleticism, it's not a bad idea.'
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