DeMeco Ryans discusses training camp progress after joint practice with Raiders
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:28 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans shared insights following Day 14 of training camp, focusing on the recent joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders. Ryans emphasized the importance of competing against different schemes and players, highlighting defensive end Maxx Crosby and quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza as key challenges. He also discussed the tailored ramp-up process for wide receiver Tank Dell and the versatility needed for roster cuts. Ryans noted the benefit for quarterback C.J. Stroud in facing different coverages. Consistency in performance remains a priority for the team as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Texans hold joint practice with Raiders during training camp.
- •Ryans emphasizes the value of facing different schemes.
- •Tank Dell is on a customized ramp-up plan.
- •C.J. Stroud gains experience against varied coverages.
- •Focus on consistency is crucial for player development.
- 10:28 PMYahoo Sports — Everything Texans WR Xavier Hutchinson said after Day 14 on training camp
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Everything Texans HC DeMeco Ryans said after Day 14 on training camp
"Here's everything Houston Texans wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson said following Day 14 of training camp, including his thoughts on the young receivers, the offense in Year 2 under Nick Caley and Tuesday's joint practice.
"Here's everything Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said following Day 14 of training camp, including his thoughts on the team's joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 10:28 PMEverything Texans WR Xavier Hutchinson said after Day 14 on training camp
Here's everything Houston Texans wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson said following Day 14 of training camp, including his thoughts on the young receivers, the offense in Year 2 under Nick Caley and Tuesday's joint practice.
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 10:01 PMEverything Texans HC DeMeco Ryans said after Day 14 on training camp
Here's everything Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said following Day 14 of training camp, including his thoughts on the team's joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders.
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