"The Titans and Chris Johnson continue to negotiate a long-term deal, according to league sources.

The sides remain in close contact and are working towards a deal that would end the Pro Bowler's holdout in time for him to participate in the regular-season opener on Sept. 11.

The sides were at a stalemate after a face-to-face meeting last week but continue conversations on a new deal and are in regular communication to the point where momentum toward a new deal could build considerably by the weekend, if not sooner."