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Texans GM Rick Smith: Trust, respect are keys to successful coach/GM relationship

HOUSTON -- From Mobile, Ala., our Tennessee Titans reporter Paul Kuharsky spoke with several NFL executives about a topic very relevant to the Houston Texans.

How do a coach and general manager develop the right relationship to help the team succeed?

The Titans have a clear division of power at the top. Their coach handles his own staff and the general manager has control over the 53-man roster. The Texans say their division of power requires general manager Rick Smith and head coach Bill O'Brien to reach a consensus on personnel matters. In either case, harmony leads to success.