Costs OBrien got into a heated exchange with Houston Texans star J.J. Watt throughout a recent practice, ESPN has actually validated.
The incident, which likewise consisted of protective planner Anthony Weaver, took place in the week leading up to the winless Texans Week 3 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to ESPN and several reports.
Sources confirmed to ESPN that “a verbal blowup at practice” happened 2 weeks earlier, with one source informing ESPNs Dianna Russini that the event was when OBrien “lost the team.”
2 RelatedThe Texans fell to 0-4 with their loss this previous Sunday to the Vikings, and OBrien was fired as head coach and general manager a day later.
Watt, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, on Wednesday said he is anticipating a “clean slate” after OBrien was fired as coach and basic supervisor following the Texans loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.
” Im not going to discuss what happened at practice or what discussions were had or whatever it might be,” Watt said. “The scenario is what the scenario is and we … right now have a new beginning and we had a good practice today and were eagerly anticipating Jacksonville.
Added Watt: “When youre 0-4, undoubtedly things require to alter. We won 4 department titles in 6 years with Bill and I value that and that time, however clearly this year, were 0-4 and stuff wasnt working.
Romeo Crennel was named interim coach heading into this weeks game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Watt said he wishes “no ill will” toward OBrien.
… Certainly, he tried to do whatever possible to support his players and provide his players the absolute best assistance. And I genuinely think that he always did what he thought was best for this football group.
Quarterback Deshaun Watson said what occurred to OBrien was simply the “service” of the league.
“The discipline, simply whatever as an individual, getting all set for professional football. He did a lot of fantastic things to assist me get 2 Pro Bowls and win the AFC South every year that Ive played a full year. I have all the regard for him and the things, however thats just how the service goes.”
ESPNs Sarah Barshop added to this report.
Added Watt: “When youre 0-4, undoubtedly things need to change. We won 4 department titles in six years with Bill and I value that and that time, but certainly this year, were 0-4 and stuff wasnt working. “The discipline, simply whatever as an individual, getting prepared for professional football. He did a lot of amazing things to help me get two Pro Bowls and win the AFC South every year that Ive played a complete year.
