The Texans hired former New England Patriots character coach Jack Easterby as their executive vice president of team development.
Easterby recently left the Patriots after a six-year stint with the AFC East franchise during which they won three Super Bowls.
Easterby also served as the Patriots' team chaplain.
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He was tasked with helping players and coaches deal with the aftermath of the Aaron Hernandez situation. Hernandez, who committed suicide in prison, was convicted of murder.