All eyes were focused on Cam Ward’s debut as the Tennessee Titans played their first preseason game. He performed OK, but other players stepped up noticeably in the 29-7 loss. And here are two Titans roster hopefuls who improved their stock after the loss Buccaneers.

Included in the positive mix was receiver Chimere Dike. Not only did he have a nice kickoff return, but he also broke open on a corner route even though he didn’t get the ball , according to tennesseetitans.com.

“I felt myself pop open, but [quarterback Brandon Allen] had some pressure in his face,” Dike said. “I totally understand how he wasn’t quite able to get there.”

Linebacker James Williams Sr. also opened some eyes. He looks like a good bet to be in the opening-day starting lineup, and he registered six tackles a

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