HOUSTON — LovieSmith’s inaugural news conference as the Houston TexansNick Caserio, the general manager of the team, said that the lawsuit brought about by Brian Flores did not have any effect on their search.
“There were many conversations with Brian afterwards.” [the lawsuit]Caserio explained that no adverse effects were felt by the process.
Flores was one of three candidates that the Texans announced had finished second interviews with the team. He filed a lawsuit against NFL last week. Flores filed a lawsuit against the NFL and three other teams alleging discrimination in his interview process with the NFL. Denver BroncosAnd New York GiantsAnd his firing by the Miami Dolphins.
Flores’ lawyers released a statement Monday after Smith was hired. They stated that Flores was “happy” to hear that the Texans had hired a Black head coaching coach, but that it was obvious that Flores made the decision to fight racial inequalities across the NFL.
Smith, who was previously a head coach for the Texans, had served as defensive coordinator. Chicago BearsAnd Tampa Bay BuccaneersHe said that he wasn’t sure when he became a finalist. Smith was hired one day after Cal McNair, Texans CEO, announced that they had interviewed him.
Smith stated that he believes the NFL has a problem with diversity as he is one of five minority head coaches within the league. Smith said he hopes he can help the Texans and their staff change that.
Smith stated, “It’s rare you get the opportunity to lead three professional soccer teams.” “I don’t know of any guy who’s been able to do that.
“… “… I see. [offensive coordinator]Pep Hamilton here, I see his colour. He’ll be calling plays for us. It could be about putting men in a position to see who they are and what their potential is. I see the problem, and I know that the Houston Texans are working to fix it.
Smith’s news conference was interrupted briefly by a false alarm sounding in the building. This alarm urged people “proceed toward the stairwells.”
Caserio made a joke about the alarm going off and said, “We can have a chat over it.” We’ll make this work.
The news conference was attended by several ex-players, including Andre Johnson (Texans legend), who admitted that he experienced some “terrible” seasons in Houston. However, he believes that Smith will help the Texans get their feet on the ground.
Johnson said, “I think having coach LovieSmith here is the right approach to get started. I also think that you’ll get some fans back with that hire.” It’s now about getting the right players in there, and putting a great product out on the fields so that they can perform.”