Houston Texans’ General Manager and CEO Both Respond After Firing of Head Coach Lovie Smith
The Houston Texans have lost too many games during the 3-13-1 season and have decided to part with Lovie Smith, their head coach.
“On behalf of the entire organization, I would like to thank Lovie Smith for everything he has contributed to our team over the last two seasons as a coach and a leader,” said Texans general manager Nick Caserio in an official statement after news of Smith’s release broke.
“I’m constantly evaluating our football operation and believe this is the best decision for us at this time,” He went on. “It is my responsibility to build a comprehensive and competitive program that can sustain success over a long period of time. We aren’t there right now,” Caserio pointed out. “However, with the support of the McNair family and the resources available to us, I’m confident in the direction of our football program moving forward.
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Texans chair and CEO Cal McNair also responded to the situation, essentially reiterating that a drastic change needed to be done in order to salvage the team’s record and reputation.
“Nick Caserio and I spoke with Lovie Smith tonight and informed him that we will be moving in a different direction as an organization,” McNair agreed. “I appreciate Coach Smith and his entire family for their contributions over the last two seasons. We are thankful for his leadership qualities and character and wish him all the best.
“While we understand the results have not been what we had hoped for, we are committed to building a program that produces long-term, sustainable success. Our fans and city deserve a team that they can be proud of. I will work alongside Nick Caserio throughout the process and I’m confident we will find the right leader for our football team.”
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