ATLANTA -- Steve McNair took part in the Tennessee Titans' first practice for the Super Bowl despite an aching left toe, while receiver Yancey Thigpen didn't work out but still hopes to play.
Coach Jeff Fisher had described Thigpen's status as doubtful
Wednesday morning. But the receiver, who has a hairline fracture in
his right foot, was listed as questionable in the team's official
injury report in the afternoon.
"We'll see how he improves during the week and then make our
decision on Sunday," Fisher said after a two-hour practice in the bitter cold at Georgia Tech.
McNair is listed as questionable and has been wearing a plastic
brace on his left foot to protect his case of turf toe. But he took
"65 to 75 percent" of the snaps during practice.
"I was encouraged by Steve's work," Fisher said. "It's about what we expected."
The only player who definitely will not play Sunday in the Super Bowl is free safety Marcus Robertson. He broke a bone above his left ankle in the AFC Championship Game.
The NFL said Thursday it will allow both teams to practice in the
Georgia Dome on Friday because of the inclement weather.
