Kind of like torry holt

Kubiak ran the ball too much inside the redzone

The silver lining is that none of the other receivers on the ballot got in either. So it's not like they thought Andre was a step down from the rest of them.

Sources: The #Texans are expected to hire #AZCardinals DL coach Matt Burke as their new defensive coordinator on DeMeco Ryans’ staff. The former #Dolphins DC, Burke is the first big hire for Ryans in Houston. pic.twitter.com/tMBZvIInmm

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 10, 2023

Burke seems like a good hire, although I wasn't particularly worried about the defense. I'm sure DeMeco will have the defense playing well, assuming that Caserio gives him talent to work with.

It seemed like reading between the lines that Slowik was going to be the OC. Has that stalled?

LilSebastian13 said:

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Sources: The #Texans are expected to hire #AZCardinals DL coach Matt Burke as their new defensive coordinator on DeMeco Ryans’ staff. The former #Dolphins DC, Burke is the first big hire for Ryans in Houston. pic.twitter.com/tMBZvIInmm

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 10, 2023

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Wonder if JJ had any input on this one

Matt Burke brings almost 20 years of NFL coaching experience on the defensive side of the ball, two seasons worth of experience as a DC, and has seen a variety of schemes over his 7 different stops.

He'll be a good asset for installing DeMeco Ryans' defense #WeAreTexans

— John Crumpler (@JohnHCrumpler) February 10, 2023

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It is truly bizarre watching the Texans make one smart move after another. I'm not sure if this is setting me up for Draft Day jubilation or devastation, but for the first time since the first quarter of that playoff game with the Chiefs, it's exciting to be a fan.

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100% agree, but in retrospect it goes back to last year when they got rid of Easterby. I legitimately believe that move was the indication they decided to turn the franchise around. It's not just about getting good people like DeMeco in the building, it's also about getting the negative influences out. The fact so many past and present players showed up to his press conference shows the we finally have potentially the right guy.

O'Brien set this franchise back for years, Culley and Smith were never a long-term answer. But to me the years of suffering are worth it if Ryans can turn it around. I also think he's the kind of coach players will gravitate towards in free agency. The media couldn't make fun of this hire, they were a laughing stock when there was real fear that Josh McCown was going to get the job in previous years. It was so refreshing when none of the media outlets could bash this hire, the only response was to acknowledge that Houston got it right this time. I had legit fears that if they messed this up we could have an Eli Manning/Chargers issue on our hands but with Ryans in charge I have no such concerns.

I'm less concerned about the draft now in all honesty just because I trust DeMeco.

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Burke seems like a good hire, although I wasn't particularly worried about the defense. I'm sure DeMeco will have the defense playing well, assuming that Caserio gives him talent to work with.

It seemed like reading between the lines that Slowik was going to be the OC. Has that stalled?

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It's possible that we are waiting on the opportunity to interview Brian Johnson from Philly. Steichen doesn't seem to be in the running for Arizona, and rumor is that Irsay wants to stick with Jeff Saturday. If Steichen is stuck in Philly for another year, then Johnson probably gets a promotion elsewhere.

I hope that's the case anyways. I'd like is to see Johnson get an interview at least. Houston native, worked with Dak at Miss State, Trask at UF, and now Hurts in Philly. Plus recruited and coached Richardson for a year as well. I'm more partial to Philly's offense than SF too.

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Snake Jazz said:

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Burke seems like a good hire, although I wasn't particularly worried about the defense. I'm sure DeMeco will have the defense playing well, assuming that Caserio gives him talent to work with.

It seemed like reading between the lines that Slowik was going to be the OC. Has that stalled?

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It's possible that we are waiting on the opportunity to interview Brian Johnson from Philly. Steichen doesn't seem to be in the running for Arizona, and rumor is that Irsay wants to stick with Jeff Saturday. If Steichen is stuck in Philly for another year, then Johnson probably gets a promotion elsewhere.

I hope that's the case anyways. I'd like is to see Johnson get an interview at least. Houston native, worked with Dak at Miss State, Trask at UF, and now Hurts in Philly. Plus recruited and coached Richardson for a year as well. I'm more partial to Philly's offense than SF too.

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How could we interview Johnson for a position he already has for another team? Teams can block lateral move interviews, they can't stop interviews for promotions. Also Johnson withdrew his name from HC contention earlier because he wants to stay in Detroit.

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Ryan34 said:

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Snake Jazz said:

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Burke seems like a good hire, although I wasn't particularly worried about the defense. I'm sure DeMeco will have the defense playing well, assuming that Caserio gives him talent to work with.

It seemed like reading between the lines that Slowik was going to be the OC. Has that stalled?

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It's possible that we are waiting on the opportunity to interview Brian Johnson from Philly. Steichen doesn't seem to be in the running for Arizona, and rumor is that Irsay wants to stick with Jeff Saturday. If Steichen is stuck in Philly for another year, then Johnson probably gets a promotion elsewhere.

I hope that's the case anyways. I'd like is to see Johnson get an interview at least. Houston native, worked with Dak at Miss State, Trask at UF, and now Hurts in Philly. Plus recruited and coached Richardson for a year as well. I'm more partial to Philly's offense than SF too.

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How could we interview Johnson for a position he already has for another team? Teams can block lateral move interviews, they can't stop interviews for promotions. Also Johnson withdrew his name from HC contention earlier because he wants to stay in Detroit.

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Brian Johnson is Philly's QB coach. Ben Johnson is in Detroit.

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Max Power said:

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Snake Jazz said:

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Burke seems like a good hire, although I wasn't particularly worried about the defense. I'm sure DeMeco will have the defense playing well, assuming that Caserio gives him talent to work with.

It seemed like reading between the lines that Slowik was going to be the OC. Has that stalled?

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It's possible that we are waiting on the opportunity to interview Brian Johnson from Philly. Steichen doesn't seem to be in the running for Arizona, and rumor is that Irsay wants to stick with Jeff Saturday. If Steichen is stuck in Philly for another year, then Johnson probably gets a promotion elsewhere.

I hope that's the case anyways. I'd like is to see Johnson get an interview at least. Houston native, worked with Dak at Miss State, Trask at UF, and now Hurts in Philly. Plus recruited and coached Richardson for a year as well. I'm more partial to Philly's offense than SF too.

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How could we interview Johnson for a position he already has for another team? Teams can block lateral move interviews, they can't stop interviews for promotions. Also Johnson withdrew his name from HC contention earlier because he wants to stay in Detroit.

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Brian Johnson is Philly's QB coach. Ben Johnson is in Detroit.

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My bad, I completely misread that.

This is also Brian Johnson.

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This is also Brian Johnson.

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Instant street cred, I like it.

Johnson has a good resume, and I'm sure he would love to come home. It makes sense that DeMeco might want to interview him.

#Texans are in discussions with Kliff Kingsbury, per a league source

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) February 10, 2023

Not a popular opinion but I would rather see a Kliff as Qb coach and maybe even with a co-Oc tag.

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Not a popular opinion but I would rather see a Kliff as Qb coach and maybe even with a co-Oc tag.

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Are you wanting co-oc with a vetern, or with a young up and comer?

bilbobag said:

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Not a popular opinion but I would rather see a Kliff as Qb coach and maybe even with a co-Oc tag.

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Agreed. Maybe AHC and QB coach.

Agree. Wouldn't mind his as OC. He's failed enough to be humbled, I hope.

Kingsbury would be HUGE imo

Seems to be for OC job. My first question would be how do you plan to be less predictable and will you move your WR's around?

He became way too predictable

I would say the texans offense under pep was really predictable . So no place to go but up

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bilbobag said:

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Seems to be for OC job. My first question would be how do you plan to be less predictable and will you move your WR's around?

He became way too predictable

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Good news is that DeMeco should be able to help Kingsbury understand exactly where his offense is predictable, able to be attacked, and needs to be fixed.

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Similarly, there must be some pretty strong respect from DeMeco for what Kliff is doing, because he has seen plenty of it.

Perhaps the timing of this means that they got their guy...

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Stating the obvious

NEWS: Pep Hamilton will not be retained as the Offensive Coordinator under new HC DeMeco Ryans.

Per Aaron Wilson

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Aaron Wilson getting up early to break the story. Chandler Rome on high alert.