In The Loop’s John P. Lopez and Reginald Adetula discuss Ryans as a defensive play caller being the Texans’ secret sauce in the playoffs, starting Saturday against the Los Angeles Chargers at NRG Stadium.

Houston Texans' head coach DeMeco Ryans recently gave praise to the team's newest wide receiver, Diontae Johnson.

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, in a recurring theme, was intercepted once for his 12th pick of the season. He was under heavy duress as usual with five sacks and 10 quarterback hits. Although Stroud said he’s banged up, which Ryans acknowledged, he practiced Monday and appears ready to go against the Titans.

Jim Harbaugh told reporters before leaving Las Vegas that Houston Texans would provide a challenge for the Los Angeles Chargers if they didn’t bring their “A-game” if they plan on winning this Saturday.