Texans coach Ryans taking over defensive playcalling after 0-4 start

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Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said Wednesday that he will be taking over the defensive playcalling duties amid his team's 0-4 start. He said his decision shouldn't be viewed as a "slight" on defensive coordinator Matt Burke. The Texans entered the 2026 season among the Super Bowl contenders in the AFC but are instead off to their worst start to a season since 2020.

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