Most interesting quote from Pep Hamilton yesterday: "I do think that we did somewhat have a governor on (Davis Mills) in the preseason. Im competent, Hamilton said. Pep will operate under a different cadence and the offense will look entirely different. He treats his meetings as dialogue sessions, The 2013 Indianapolis Colts will be running a West Coast Offense. Houston Texans running back Darius Anderson (30) runs the ball against defensive back Tristin McCollum (39) during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. All rights reserved. Houston Texans quarterbacks Jeff Driskill (6) and Davis Mills (10) drop back to pass during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. Houston Texans Davis Mills takes a snap behind a screen during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. As a guest on The Midday 180 in Nashville with ESPN's Paul Kuharsky, Colts backup quarterback (and one-time starter for the Titans) Matt Hasselbeck discussed how Hamilton views his offense during offseason workouts [emphasis mine]: "He said, People are saying were running the West Coast offense," backup quarterback Matt Hasselbeck said on The Midday 180 in Nashville Tuesday afternoon, a show of which I am a part. Maybe it was the offensive line or how long it took for Mills to truly get comfortable in the system, but the Houston Texans can do better than 27th in the league in passing. With Luck and Hamilton back together, you thought they would be able to pick up where they left off at Stanford. Luck was a Heisman Trophy finalist with Hamilton in 2011. Charlie Potter, who covers Alabama football for 24/7 Sports, gives insight on top NFL Draft prospect and potential Houston Texan, OLB Will Anderson Jr. John Harris breaks down the safety position for the Houston Texans heading into the 2023 season. He has recognized a creativity in Hamilton, a willingness to be aggressive and try new things in both the run game and passing game. However, he can call his offense "Daisy Duck" for all I care, but he's running a West Coast scheme as his core foundation of plays. Three receivers. Hamilton has a rich history as an NFL offensive assistant coach dating back to 2003 when he began his NFL coaching I know what were doing and what were doing with this quarterback specifically. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Under his guidance, the Bobcats produced one of the top 25 pass defenses back in 2019 as the defense boasted five All-Sun Belt Conference players that season. I think well find out once he goes out there and plays a regular season game, Hamilton said. We have a depth of experience, but a diverse group of coaches with regards to our backgrounds, Hamilton said. Pep Hamilton, formerly quarterbacks coach and passin game coordinator under Culley, was elevated to offensive coordinator and convinced to stay in Houston despite a multitude of interviews and offers this offseason across the league. If you listen to his former Texans teammates, Head Coach DeMeco Ryans is the man for the job as head coach. Spavital also served as the linebackers coach and co-defensive coordinator at Texas Tech where the Red Raiders produced a defense that finished top ten in turnovers, fumble recoveries and defensive touchdowns in 2017. Hamilton turned down an offer to He treats his meetings as dialogue sessions, open discussions in which quite a few offensive players have made suggestions that tweak a scheme that can best feature their talents. Today, the Houston Texans 2022 coaching staff met with the media. This offense hearkens back to the late 2010s era of Texans football under Gary Kubiak. For his second and final season as the San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator, DeMeco Ryans won the Associated Press Assistant Coach of the Year. Coach will call the shots on who he wants to run his offense. An image from the Feb. 22, 2022 assistant coach staff press conference at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. All parties saw an improvement towards the end of the season, but it was too little, too late. Report: Colts Have Met with Florida QB Anthony Richardson at NFL Combine. That's what he was hired to do. Gambling problem? Pep Hamilton is Reportedly Interviewing for the Bears Offensive Coordinator Job on Saturday January 28, 2022, by Luis Medina Chicago Bears Business is picking up for the Chicago Bears, who turn their eyes to an offensive coordinator search after landing a new head coach and general manager this week. Hamilton was a Jets assistant from 2003-05 under Herm Edwards, coaching quarterbacks one year and wide receivers another. Houston Texans running back Royce Freeman (26) runs a drill with Jonathan Owens (36) during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. Theres reason to believe the Texans will look to the draft to add talent here. The news comes two days after national reports surfaced that Maryland is expected to hire Josh Gattis as co-offensive coordinator, a move that IBG was first to report last week. Brooks Kubena, a Houston native, joined the Chronicle in 2021 to cover the Texans and the NFL after reporting on LSU football for The Advocate | Times-Picayune in Baton Rouge for three years. John Harris outlines a few changes to the 2023 Senior Bowl that will give opportunities to more coaches in the pipeline. Call it a 3-pointer. Hamilton has every right to feel good about how things are going because fingers quickly point at him when things aren't going right. Houston Texans defensive back Tremon Smith runs a drill during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. Hamilton admitted they Mills back with the play-calling in preseason, but indicated things should open up for the former Stanford product in the regular season. For someone with ample options, its a minor miracle he opted to stay in Houston with the current state and reputation of the franchise. Will the Texans find Dameon Pierces backup in free agency? Peps really, really smart, said newly hired offensive line coach George Warhop, whose NFL coaching career began in 1996 with the St. Louis Rams. The two would reunite a decade later again in Indianapolis when Hamilton was offensive coordinator and Berbenich was an assistant on the coaching staff. No. Houston desperately needs help offensively. Running back Mark Ingram is excited to have rookie J.K. Dobbins joining him and believes the Ravens will have the best backfield stable around. The answer is yes, and heres why: Whoever the new head coach is going to be, theyre going to bring their own offensive coordinator anyways. Ive known him for a long time. Pep's going to do anything he can with the skill we have here to score points. We had times where we played good football offensively. Offensive Coordinator Pep Hamilton Touts Colts 'No CoastOffense', Report: Colts Expected to Hire Notre Dame Special Teams Coordinator Brian Mason. Hell need plenty of help from general manager Nick Caserio. "I think it's important that we all understand that we're a sum of all our parts offensively," Hamilton said. Houston Texans offensive lineman Justin McCray dons his helmet during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. Houston Texans offensive line coach George Warhop works with lineman Jordan Steckler (70) during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. NFL scouts help craft trade offers for Chicago's No. Hamilton, who served as the teams quarterbacks coach a year ago, is anxious to see what his scheme will look like with this group of players. 12 overall in trade package in latest Draft Wire 3-round mock, Kentucky QB Will Levis says he had 'really good formal' with Texans at NFL combine, Bryce Young would relish Alabama reunion with Texans. Hamilton will finally have a full cast of weapons available with Brandin Cooks and Laremy Tunsil returning in addition to increased snaps for running back Dameon Pierce, which should lead to a much higher level of trust in Mills to attack defenses vertically. Mills ability to execute those plays in the game plan will play a huge role in whether or not he retains the starting quarterback role in 2023. Brown was horrific. None of which are quality dual-threat tight ends. Man charged with murder cut off ankle monitor, captured after being spotted in San Antonio, Beluga whale celebrates 5 years at SeaWorld San Antonio, Spring-like weekend in store for San Antonio | FORECAST. Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (28) runs a drill during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. From the players' perspective, the creativity that Hamilton has brought to the unit is already noticeable. Hamilton's mind frame with his play calling is that they can be successful in any formation they run. By accessing any information beyond this page, you agree to abide by the HoustonTexans.com Privacy Policy, Code of Conduct, and Terms and Conditions. General manager Nick Caserio drew enough confidence in Mills final five starts when he ranked eighth with a 102.4 quarterback rating, first among rookies to eschew pursuing a top-tier passer in a draft that was lacking premier prospects at the position. Were not just a one-dimensional football team. Houston Texans quarterbacks Jeff Driskill (6) and Davis Mills (10) take snaps during mini camp Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston. This is the third new offense he's had to learn in three years. Which free agents make sense for the Texans? The Texans have both the left and right tackle solidified, but their interior offensive lineman lack depth, talent, and grit. Ask Hamilton about their offensive success and he points the finger at the players, which is similar to the way Luck deflects personal praise. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Pep Hamilton is from the Harbaugh school of Stanford where tight ends are a priority. 10 teams that could have interest, and how much cash he could get, Colts tab 'mad scientist' Steichen to fix QB issues, How could Shane Steichen help reboot the Colts? But despite the Texans' preseason struggles, Dorsett remains optimistic about Houston's offensive scheme with Pep Hamilton at the helms as offensive coordinator. https://texanswire.usatoday.com/2022/02/21/pep-hamilton-texans-big-win-coaching-shakeup/, Ohio State QB C.J. WebArians' replacement, former Stanford offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton, is known for his version of the West Coast offense. Available talent will be boosted next year, when Alabamas Bryce Young and Ohio States C.J. Seahawks coach Pete Carroll didn't let a day pass before responding to Jets DC Gregg Williams, who claimed Jamal Adams 'may get bored' in Seattle's defense. When Mills quipped, You cant go broke taking a profit, after throwing checkdown passes in a December loss to the Seahawks, he inadvertently summed up a problematic passing game in which his total attempts averaged just 7.2 yards in the air (28th among NFL quarterbacks) and his 42 attempts of 20-plus yards were too infrequent (27th).