Bill O’Brien is trying to put a stop to all the talk about him departing the Houston Texans.
O’Brien told John McClain of the Houston Chronicle that he will continue coaching the Texans into 2017.
I spoke with Bill O'Brien this morning and he assured me he's not going anywhere and will continue coaching the Texans.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) January 14, 2017
O’Brien raised some eyebrows with comments he made this week in an interview that seemed to leave open the possibility of him leaving or being pushed out. It’s not the sort of thing anyone wants in the news with the team about to play a playoff game that they’re already major underdogs for.
That said, the reason for this talk has reportedly been tension with the front office and ownership. Even if O’Brien is staying, that doesn’t just evaporate. It may be a story to watch going through next season.
