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Bye Week Bounceback Needed | VanderBlog

DeMeco Ryans has seen some tough circumstances in his head coaching career but this is his biggest challenge yet.

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 7:06 PM
Bye Week Bounceback Needed | VanderBlog
Key Things to Know
  • Marc Vandermeer argues that the Houston Texans urgently need a turnaround following their bye week after falling to 2-5.
  • The Texans lost 27-21 in overtime to the New York Giants after allowing 188 rushing yards.
  • Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy threw for 252 yards on 20-of-28 passing in his first start for the team.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Marc Vandermeer argues that the Houston Texans urgently need to recover and improve following their bye week after falling to a 2-5 record. The team dropped a 27-21 overtime decision against the New York Giants, who were led by starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy's 252 passing yards and effective rushing from Cam Skattebo.

Despite the defeat, bright spots included Tank Dell's return to action after 22 months, featuring a 43-yard catch, and Marvin Harrison Jr. catching his first touchdown as a Texan. Vandermeer writes that head coach DeMeco Ryans faces a major challenge to turn the season around in upcoming games.

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