Title: Tennessee Overpaid for Cam Newton Fade In: INT. SPORTS BAR - DAY A group of football fans is engrossed in a conversation about the recent NFL trades. At the center of their discussion is the quarterback Cam Newton and his new team, the Tennessee Titans. FAN 1 I can't believe the Titans paid $14 million for Cam Newton. He's not worth that much money. FAN 2 I agree. He's been injured, and his performance has been inconsistent. FAN 3 But he's a former MVP! He could lead the Titans to the playoffs. FAN 1 That's a big "could." He's not a sure thing. Plus, the Titans could have found a cheaper option. A WAITRESS overhears their conversation and joins in. WAITRESS Actually, the Titans might have overpaid for Cam Newton. FAN 2 How do you know that? WAITRESS I overheard the manager talking to a friend yesterday. He said the Titans bid against themselves and paid more than they needed to. FAN 3 That's crazy! Why would they do that? WAITRESS The manager said he was worried about losing Newton to another team, so he kept raising the offer until Newton agreed to sign. FAN 1 That's ridiculous! The Titans should have negotiated better. FAN 2 Yeah, they could have saved a few million and used that money to improve other positions. WAITRESS Exactly! They could have signed another offensive lineman or a cornerback with that money. Now they'll have to rely on Newton to stay healthy and perform at a high level. FAN 3 I hope he does. I want to see the Titans succeed this year. The group nods in agreement and continues their conversation about the upcoming NFL season. Fade out.