Texans Open Season Against Bills' Overhauled Coaching Staff
The Texans open the season at Reliant Stadium on September 13 against Buffalo, which arrives with head coach Joe Brady, offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael Jr. and defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard all new to their roles [1][2]. Head coach DeMeco Ryans was asked how the team avoids preparing for problems that may not appear, and said "chasing ghosts" is a common temptation when searching for answers [1]. The team also named four new captains and has a rookie from Manvel on the roster [1]. Bills quarterback Josh Allen is 0-3 as a starter in the building, with a passer rating under 70 in each start, and in the past two meetings he went 9-of-30 in one game and was sacked eight times in the other [2].
Sources
- houstontexans.com · Ryans: Trust the Training, Don't Chase the Ghosts Sep 8, 2026
- houstontexans.com · Tuesday Takes on the Opener Sep 8, 2026
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