Texans head coach praises competitive joint practice with Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:18 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans expressed satisfaction with the team's joint practice against the Carolina Panthers on August 26. Ryans noted that the session provided 'great competitive work' and highlighted the physicality and execution from both teams. The Texans, who have lost their first two preseason games, are looking to evaluate their second- and third-string players in the upcoming preseason game. Without starters playing, it will be crucial for roster hopefuls to make a final impression ahead of roster cuts.
- •Joint practice held on August 26 in Houston.
- •DeMeco Ryans praised the physicality and execution of both teams.
- •Texans lost their first two preseason games.
- •Upcoming game important for backups and roster hopefuls.
- 1:18 PMYahoo Sports — HC DeMeco Ryans believes Texans got "competitive work" against Panthers in joint practice
"Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans reflected on Houston's joint practice with the Carolina Panthers ahead of their preseason bout, saying they got "great competitive work" versus Panthers.
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