Texans interim head coach Romeo Crennel may return to the franchise next year in a full-time head coaching capacity.
Texans interim head coach Romeo Crennel may return to the franchise next year in a full-time head coaching capacity.
According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, there is a strong possibility that Crennel that returns as the team's long-term coach.NFL Network notes that the possibility is currently being discussed ahead of the team's coaching search, which is not expected to begin for at least another month.
Crennel, 73, was previously the head coach of the Cleveland Browns from 2005-2008. In 2011, Crennel also took over for Chiefs head coach Todd Haley, who was fired with three games remaining in the season. Crennel was then named the head coach for the 2012 season, in which Kansas City went 2-14.
Since becoming the Texans' interim head coach, Crennel, who was previously the team's defensive coordinator, is 2-2. He joined the franchise in 2014 and has served in various roles since joining the organization.
Houston plays the Browns on Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET.
Check out the latest news and notes from the NFL:
- The Seahawks promoted veteran DT Damon Harrison and running back Alex Collins to their active roster ahead of Sunday's game. (Seahawks)
- The Texans moved veteran running back David Johnson to IR on Saturday after Johnson suffered a concussion in Week 9. (Texans)
- The Buccaneers landed in Charlotte late Saturday night after a delay of more than seven hours. (Jenna Laine, ESPN)
- Ravens RB Mark Ingram, dealing with a high-ankle sprain and listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday night vs. the Patriots. (Ian Rapoport, NFL Network)
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