Dolphin chatter: Marshall claims he talks 'a lot' with Henne

Dolphins star receiver Brandon Marshall ended last season disappointed with his performance and hinting that Miami's offense and its quarterback, Chad Henne, needed work.

Marshall downplayed those criticisms in comments to The Miami Herald, saying that he and Henne, both taking part in a charity event over the weekend in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., have talked "a lot" since last season.

"Just trying to see what direction we’re going in the offseason as far as getting everybody back together, going over some of the things we’ve learned as far as the new offense," Marshall said. "Just getting some timing down on the field."

In December, the five-year pro provided a lukewarm endorsement of Henne and questioned whether the duo could achieve greatness.

"I'm not sure," Marshall said at the time. "We had some opportunities this year to do that, and we didn't get it done. I guess we have to evaluate what we've done this year, and see if we can improve and see if we can become good before we become great."

Marshall brushed off questions about any lingering tension with Henne.

"Why, I don’t understand -- next question," Marshall told The Herald.

The Dolphins traded for Marshall last April to upgrade the offense, and while he became their biggest threat, his streak of more than 100 catches in three successive seasons ended. He finished with 86 receptions for 1,014 yards and three touchdowns.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Titans WR Britt claims he was falsely accused in bar brawl

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt denies throwing a punch during a fight in a downtown Nashville nightclub last week.

Britt said Thursday that he was falsely accused by 26-year-old Harold Pointer, who told police the receiver joined in a fight and struck him several times during an altercation at the Karma Lounge nightclub in the early hours of Oct. 22. A police investigation into misdemeanor assault remains open.

"We probably had some words throughout the time we were there, and probably the person that did touch him was probably with me, and he probably thought so, and now he's falsely accusing me," Britt said. "That's what happens in my life.

"I told the police. I'm telling the police, I'm telling you, and everybody out there that's accusing me (and saying) that I touched him," he added.

Nashville attorney William Stover is representing Pointer and said his client stands behind the information he gave police.

"There were several witnesses to this incident, and the police report account of the incident substantiates what Mr. Pointer has stated publically," Stover said.

Britt told Titans coach Jeff Fisher that he was trying to break up the fight between Pointer and 29-year-old Bradford Miser. Britt was benched by Fisher for the first quarter of the Titans' 37-19 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, but the receiver went on to catch seven passes for 225 yards and three touchdowns.

On Thursday, Britt said he wasn't involved at all in the fight and didn't know what Pointer looked like.

"I was definitely at the club. I was definitely having a good time," Britt said. "I'm 22 years old. I'm going to go out and try and have some fun and try to live like I'm 22 years old and not be an old man."

Fisher, who has indicated he might punish Britt further after gathering more information about the incident, said he hopes to have the matter wrapped up by Friday.

Tennessee plays at San Diego on Sunday.

Notes: QB Vince Young, who sprained his left knee and ankle during the Titans' Oct. 18 win at Jacksonville, participated in a second consecutive full practice Thursday. ... Backup QB Kerry Collins (finger), CB Ryan Mouton (hamstring), DT Tony Brown (knee) and LB Jamie Winborn (shoulder) didn't practice.

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