The Texans’ next GM remains TBD. But, no matter what, the title will not go to leading executive Jack Easterby (via Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle).
“Jack would be the first person to tell you he’s not a personnel guy,” Texans president Jamey Rootes said. “Jack will not be the General Manager of the Houston Texans. Jack realizes we need personnel expertise to put together the best football team. He doesn’t have enough time in the day. He’s working on sports science, working on nutrition. Spread the word. Jack has no intentions of being the General Manager.”
The Texans plan on naming their next GM in January. They’ll also be hiring a new head coach who, reportedly, will not be the same person as the GM. Bill O’Brien filled that dual role for the Texans up until his dismissal, and ownership would prefer to split the jobs. Romeo Crennel, the team’s 73-year-old interim head coach, may be considered for the “permanent” post, though the Texans have also been connected to Eric Bieniemy. The Chiefs’ offensive coordinator is a favorite of quarterback Deshaun Watson and his recommendation should carry some significant weight.
There’s nothing appealing about the Texans job. No picks, way too many picks that are horrible on the O line, and only 30+YO vets available for trades. Watson should have held off on re-upping, but its his 20’s that are shot.
BOB really destroyed this team with his handling of draft picks. Could end up being 2 top 5 picks dealt away in the last few years.
As a diehard Texan fan, I approve the previous messages.
Time for the Bears to sack Ryan Pace so he can go back to his Texas roots.