Report Card: Houston Texans Defense Grades Are in

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Published: October 7, 2009

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... powered offense received passing grades.  Yet, room for improvement remained.

Today, I'll critique the defense at the quarter pole of the season.  Coming into the 2009 season, expectations surrounding the team were high.  With even an average defense, the Texans' explosive offense could carry the team into the playoffs for the first time. 

Richard Smith was fired as defensive coordinator and Frank Bush was promoted.  Bush promised a more aggressive and attacking defense. David Gibbs, son of coaching legend Alex Gibbs, was brought in from Kansas City to coach the defensive backs.

The Texans gave out the richest free agent contract in team history to secure defensive end Antonio Smith.  The draft provided line backer Brian Cushing and defensive end Connor Barwin as well secondary reinforcements.

Yet, with all the added personnel and change to the coaching staff, the defense remains a work in progress.  True, there are some highlights and there are s...

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