Panthers C Hartwig Getting Psyched for Matchup with Haynesworth

As reported by MIKE CRANSTON, AP Sports Writer former teammates Justin Hartwig and Albert Haynesworth will be renewing an old rivalry on Sunday.

Justin Hartwig and Albert Haynesworth, a defensive tackle, were involved in an incident during a practice in 2003, when Hartwig said Haynesworth kicked him in the chest.

Hartwig, who has said he used to "get into it with him almost every year" at practice, will lead Carolina's offensive line against Haynesworth's Titans, who are fifth in the league in defense.
Going against a guy like Albert Haynesworth, I've played him a lot in my time," Hartwig said. "I think I can hopefully help out our defense with understanding what they're trying to do offensively and hopefully I can bring a little something to the table."

Can you say "Unsportsman-like penalty?" Until now I had resisted the urge to make light of the ugly Haynesworth/Gaurode head-stomping incident from last season...but...I guess Hartwig plans on gluing his helmet to his head! He’s got that beard now so it would hide any marks or scars that might get inflicted.

Hartwig probably won’t have Haynesworth to himself too much. He’s the guy in the middle you have to double to run the ball. I just hope Hartwig doesn’t get any inopportune penalties ala DeAngelo Hall.