Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans smiles during a press conference after an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Indianapolis. so it makes sense that he grew up watching the Texans. However, the Morton Ranch alumnus said his admiration with the squad went further than being his hometown team. He took personal inspiration from the defensive stars of the teams in the mid-2000s, including 2006 top NFL Draft pick Mario Williams and DeMeco Ryans.
“Oh, man, that kid right there, he’s exciting,” Hunter said. “Has a lot of tools. I was with him earlier, and he just can’t stop jumping, how eager he is to go out there and rush the passer together. Very good kid. I’m excited just to be able to go out there and teach him a lot of things that I know and become a better player. And same, I can learn from him, also.”
Mixon said he thinks head coach DeMeco Ryans’ experience playing in the NFL makes him an appealing coach to play for. He said Ryans is good at connecting and communicating with players, and he felt wanted by the organization immediately.