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Texans Shift Defense Play-Calling
Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans takes over defensive play-calling from Matt Burke after 0-4 start.
In brief
Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans takes over defensive play-calling from Matt Burke after 0-4 start. Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans will take over defensive play-calling duties from Matt Burke to improve communication after the team's 0-4 start. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans
DeMeco Ryans will take over defensive play-calling duties from Matt Burke after Houston's 0-4 start.
“It all starts with me”
Ryans on communication
Ryans said he will improve communication to spark the defense after a lack of communication led to recent losses.
“If there's a lack in communication, I look at myself first”
Recent losses
Houston lost to Dallas Cowboys 34-30 with Dallas scoring touchdowns on four of five second-half drives.
“Dallas racked up 399 yards of offense”
Defensive struggles
Houston's defense ranks 14th in explosive play rate, dropping from 28th last year, with big plays in crucial moments.
“The fall from 14th to 28th in explosive play rate is massive”
What's next
Houston aims to win Week 5 against Titans to join the 1992 Chargers as the only 0-4 team to make the playoffs.
“The Texans will hope their march to join them starts with a win in Week 5 at the Titans”
At a glance
Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans will take over defensive play-calling duties from Matt Burke to improve communication after the team's 0-4 start.
