Hines and McNair return next season with hopes of improving on his 8-7-1 record.

Hines Voted PFL Coach Of The Year
David Hines has gone from the PFL cellar to earning the respect of his peers, as THE LEAGUE awarded him the prestigious Coach Of The Year honor for his performance in the 2001 season. Hines, who had finished 1-15 in both of his first two seasons, finished 8-7-1 in 2001, which included a trip to the playoffs. Hines edged out Ryan Collins in the balloting by a slim margin. Hines entered the PFL in the 1999 season. In his first two season, he went a dismal 2-30. But this year, he turned it around. While the Titans still suffered several blowouts, as in previous seasons, this season Hines won the close games, he had been losing in the past. Wins over the Redskins, Raiders and 49ers gave Hines the momentum he needed to bring his team to the next level.

The question for Hines this season, is whether last season was a one year wonder. The Titans will have to deal with a third place schedule, meaning tougher opponents. Look for the Titans to have to take on the likes of Minnesota, Detroit, Baltimore, Tampa Bay, and San Diego, not to mention division rivals Jacksonville and Dallas twice. Hines game will certainly be tested with a tougher schedule next season.

Week 10 :TENN 24, San Fran 20
• Hines Post Game Press Conference: On Upsetting San Francisco

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• Hines Post Game Press Conference: Week 5: On his big win over Indy and being 3-2