HOUSTON -- During his Wednesday news conference, Houston Texans coach Bill O'Brien addressed the team's power structure in his opening statement, saying he and general manager Rick Smith have mutual respect. His words painted a picture of a very muddled and problematic system.
A transcript:
Who has final say when you and general manager Rick Smith disagree?
O'Brien: (Owner) Bob (McNair) has the final say on everything in this organization. That’s why they call him the owner.
Between you and Smith, who has more control?
O'Brien: I don’t think it’s about control.