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DeMeco Ryans News & Rumors

Texans notes: DeMeco Ryans iffy for game against 49ers
August 26
Houston Chronicle
 
"Because of rain, the Texans practiced Thursday inside their training bubble, which is lined with artificial turf. Inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans, who missed last Saturday's preseason victory against New Orleans because of an elbow injury, didn't go Thursday, and Gary Kubiak wasn't sure where that left Ryans in terms of Saturday's exhibition in San Francisco. "We'll wake up (Friday) and see where he's at," Kubiak said. "Obviously, he hasn't had any work this week. That really doesn't scare me really as much as just that we do the right thing with him." It's the third preseason game, in which Kubiak has already declared his starters would play a healthy amount of snaps. Would it be"
LB Ryans suffers elbow injury
August 18
Houston Chronicle
 
"A lot of players were on the sideline Wednesday because of injuries, including inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans. Coach Gary Kubiak said Ryans suffered an elbow injury in the victory over the New York Jets. Ryans was told to stay inside and rehab his elbow during the morning practice. Three running backs – Ben Tate (hamstring), Derrick Ward (concussion) and Steve Slaton (hamstring) — were missing, too. Kubiak was asked if he's concerned about Tate. "Yeah, I have been," he said. "He's missed a lot of time as a pro football player, and we're waiting to get him out here. But I will say this, from what I saw this morning, I'm hoping like heck he's on this field (Thursday morning). "We'll see, but"
Leaders keep Texans busy
June 15
Houston Chronicle
 
"Inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans disagrees with the voices of doom predicting the NFL lockout will cause the Texans' defense to struggle early in the season. The Texans have switched to a 3-4 under new defensive coordinator Wade Phillips, who is prevented from working with his players during the lockout. During the brief period when it wasn't illegal to talk to coaches, Ryans got a crash course in Phillips' 3-4, which is closer to a 4-3 than a traditional 3-4. Ryans, who continues to undergo rehabilitation on his surgically repaired Achilles' tendon, came to Houston from Alabama last week to coach the defense during a three-day minicamp at Rice Stadium. "There was a lot of teaching going on"
Ryans, Texans hope for 'good things'
March 31
Houston Chronicle
 
"After middle linebacker DeMeco Ryans signed his new six-year contract that averages $8 million a year, he said he wanted to be an example for younger players who could learn that working hard and being patient could pay off. The Texans are hoping the same thing. "It (signing Ryans) speaks to the way we want to build our organization, and that's through the draft," general manager Rick Smith said. "You have to put in the work and give yourself a chance to have success on draft day. Once you do that, you have to lock those players up long term. "That's something we're committed to. To me, it shows we're executing our plan." Smith and agent Ben Dogra spent a lot of hours working on Ryans' new"
Texans lock up LB Ryans with 6-year, $48M deal
March 31
Houston Chronicle
 
"Middle linebacker DeMeco Ryans was so excited Tuesday he sounded as if the Texans had made the playoffs.And no wonder. He had just signed a six-year contract worth $48 million, including $21.75 million guaranteed. "This is unbelievable," Ryans said. "I still can't believe it. "I hope this can set an example for young players that hard work and patience can pay off." Ryans gets $14.5 million this year. That includes a $7.5 million signing bonus and a $7 million base salary that's guaranteed against skill and injury. In the first three years of his contract, he'll earn at least $26.3 million, which could increase to $26.9 million if he earns a $200,000 Pro Bowl bonus each season. Agent Ben"
Johnson, three defenders give Texans their largest number of Pro Bowl picks
December 30
Houston Chronicle
 
"The Texans haven't arrived yet, but more evidence that suggests they're getting closer was presented Tuesday. Not only do they still cling to a modicum of postseason hope with one game remaining, they'll be playing for a first-ever winning season against New England on Sunday with a franchise-best four Pro Bowlers on the field. Although wide receiver Andre Johnson is the lone starter in the group, linebackers DeMeco Ryans and Brian Cushing plus defensive end Mario Williams were also selected to go to Miami for the Jan. 31 matchup between the best players in the AFC and NFC. And given the unprecedented scheduling of this year's game — it's the week before the Super Bowl, also set for Land"
Ryans misses practice again
November 27
Houston Chronicle
 
"Defensive captain and middle linebacker DeMeco Ryans missed another practice as he tries to work the soreness out of the sprained ankle he suffered late in the loss to the Tennessee Titans on Monday night. But Ryans was the only Texan who didn't participate in the short but spirited Thanksgiving morning workout. Running back Steve Slaton (shoulder) had a full practice, as did wide receiver Jacoby Jones (calf). Also, for the first time in weeks, rookie linebacker Brian Cushing (foot) has not been held out of any practices. "Hopefully DeMeco will practice tomorrow," coach Gary Kubiak said. "Other than DeMeco, it looks like all our guys are heading in the right direction." Asked if he was"
Cushing solid backer for Ryans
September 24
Houston Chronicle
 
"DeMeco Ryans got into it with teammate Brian Cushing in the locker room after the Texans' win over Tennessee. Like veterans are wont to do, Ryans warned the rookie that nothing good could come from a tussle with him. He threatened to take the youngster outside to the parking lot to teach him a thing or three. Cushing stood his ground — granted, his ground was a couple cubicles away — and even asked Ryans which type of fight he would prefer: a street fight or one with rules. Ryans laughed. "Whichever you choose," he said. Were this not a victorious locker room, a gullible observer might think the two were about to come to blows. No worries. Any blows these two deliver are more likely to be"
Bad vibes brewing
August 1
Houston Chronicle
 
"Middle linebacker DeMeco Ryans and tight end Owen Daniels are unhappy campers. Ryans and Daniels were hoping to sign new contracts with the Texans, but their agents were unable to negotiate deals. Unlike cornerback Dunta Robinson, who was designated as the franchise player, Ryans and Daniels reported to training camp. Because they are under contract, they would have been fined. Robinson can't be fined because he's not under contract. "It's a bad message when you look at it because you have top guys on the team not getting deals," Ryans said. "If they want to reward me, they'll reward me. If not, there are other teams out there that'll like to. I can't make them give me the deal." Positive"
Ryans will return for team workouts
April 17
Houston Chronicle
 
"Middle linebacker DeMeco Ryans is returning to Houston from Scottsdale, Ariz., to participate in the Texans' voluntary conditioning program on Monday. Ryans, who is scheduled to make $1.39 million this year, had been working out in Arizona rather than Houston because he was unhappy with his contract. He fired agent Kirk Wood and hired Ben Dogra, who also represents defensive end Mario Williams. Dogra persuaded Ryans to report. "I missed my teammates," Ryans said Thursday. "I'm ready to get with them and lead them and prepare to go to battle with them. "The adrenalin's already flowing. I think it's best for me to get back and start focusing on football. That's what I do best. I'll let my"
Ryans, Robinson won't show
April 1
Houston Chronicle
 
"When the Texans report Monday for the first day of their offseason conditioning program, middle linebacker DeMeco Ryans and cornerback Dunta Robinson won't be there. Ryans and Robinson, who are defensive leaders and among the team's elite players, aren't expected to participate in the offseason program because they're unhappy with their contract situations. "I've talked to both of them," coach Gary Kubiak said. "I understand the issue. The offseason program is voluntary. I'd love to have them here. Their teammates would love to have them here. We'll work through it." The next time Robinson and Ryans will be on a field together will be April 18. Along with receiver Andre Johnson, they host"
Texans notes: Ryans continues to be effective
October 31
Houston Chronicle
 
"Texans linebacker DeMeco Ryans is not in the spotlight as much as in recent seasons, but coach Gary Kubiak said Ryans is just as effective on the field. Last year, Ryans had 60 tackles and one sack after seven games. This season, he has 47 tackles and no sacks. “He’s getting more help now than he has in the past,” Kubiak said. “Back then he was having to make all those tackles, but I think Zac (Diles) has become a fine, fine player. So, he’s taking a lot of pressure and made a lot of plays, from that standpoint. We’re playing better up front right now than we’ve played in a while around here. So, he’s got a lot more help, but believe me, he’s still playing well and I expect some big things"
Ryans strives to be the best
August 4
Houston Chronicle
 
"It took awhile, but the Texans have caught on to linebacker DeMeco Ryans’ tricks. They no longer are surprised when they tell him to take a break in practice only to see him sprinting back onto the field. It doesn’t shock them when the trainers say Ryans (6-1, 250) has injuries that would sideline most players and he is nonetheless dressed and ready for that Sunday’s game. “He forces himself back on the field,” linebackers coach Johnny Holland said. “(In practice), he’d tell us he’d just need to get the mental reps and see it on the field. He thinks (with) every rep he has a chance to get better. You’ve really got a lot of respect for a guy like that. “The guy plays through pain. There’s a"