DeMeco Ryans takes over Texans defense after disastrous 0
Chron • • sports
Key Points:
- The Houston Texans, known for their elite defense, have struggled in the 2026 season with a 0-4 start and mediocre defensive performance, ranking 27th in points allowed and 20th in yards allowed.
- Head coach DeMeco Ryans has taken responsibility for communication issues within the defense and announced he will take over defensive play calling to improve communication.
- Ryans emphasized that the decision to change play calling is about doing what’s best for the team, acknowledging that such changes may not be popular but are necessary to address current struggles.
- The Texans' defensive decline is notable compared to their 2025 performance, when they ranked 2nd in points allowed and 1st in yards allowed, highlighting the sharp drop in defensive effectiveness this season.
