The Tennessee Titans will retire the numbers of Eddie George and Steve McNair during a ceremony before the team's home opener against the Indianapolis Colts on Sept. 15.

McNair wore No. 9 and George wore No. 27. Both played for the Houston Oilers before the franchise relocated to Tennessee in 1997.

"This is a big moment for me personally, because I love these guys and I know my dad [Bud Adams] loved these guys. He would be so happy and proud that we are honoring them today," team owner Amy Adams Strunk said.

"Together, Steve and Eddie led the Titans to new heights with 80 wins and four playoff seasons together, including an AFC championship and Super Bowl appearance in 1999. I am pleased to announce that no other Titan will ever wear No. 9 and No. 27 again."

As a free agent, Adam Humphries says Tom Brady's age factored in his decision to sign a four-year deal with the Tennessee Titans.

The wide receiver was also coveted by the New England Patriots.

"Obviously, he's the G.O.A.T. That's that simple," Humphries said. "But there's so much that factors into a decision. It was a four-year deal. Who knows how many (years) he's got left? There's a lot that goes into it.

"Obviously the chance to play with him would have been awesome, but a lot of things factor into that decision. Ultimately, I thought this was coming here to a team that was on the rise and with young talent on the offense and a really good defense. They'd had a taste of the playoffs. I felt like my need at the slot position was great. I felt like I could really contribute and start something new here."