In 2006, rookie quarter back Vince Young watched the Tennessee Titans stumble out of the gate to an 0-5 start. Veteran starter Kerry Collins was ineffective, throwing six interceptions to only one touchdown. Owner Bud Adams, a vocal Young supporter, more than whispered that he would like to see his prized first round quarter back on the field. Head coach Jeff Fisher yielded, and named Young the starter in week 6. The Titans went on to win eight of their last eleven and finished within a game of the playoffs. Young went on to the cover of NFL Madden as rookie of the year.
Fast forward to 2009, a cold and miserable day in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The New England Patriots just put the finishing touches on a 59-0 beat down of Tennessee. Vince Young watches the Titans stumble to an 0-6 start from the bench...again. Veteran starter Kerry Collins was ineffective, throwing eight interceptions to only 5 touchdowns. Owner Bud Adams voiced his "opinion" that Young should be on the field. Jeff Fisher yielded...again. The result? A five game win streak and an Offensive Player of the Week award for Young. The Titans have dug themselves quite a whole again, but remain in the playoff hunt. Titans players are hoping that history will exceed itself.
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