Houston Texans defensive coordinator Wade Phillips took medical leave earlier in the week to undergo a medical procedure. By all accounts, Phillips is expected to make a full recovery and should be back in two weeks as the Texans prepare to make their first ever trip to the playoffs. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Phillips should be out of bed and walking today.
Wade Phillips Medical Leave: Texans Coordinator Show Improvement
Texans announced their defensive coordinator, Wade Phillips, shows continued improvement and will be out of bed and up walking today.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 17, 2011
Under Phillips, the Texans defense has done a historical 180 degree turn. Last season, the Texans defense ranked dead last over all in the NFL. Under Phillips and the switch to his 3-4 defense, the Texans have one of the best defenses in the NFL and are a big reason why the team has won their first ever AFC South Division title. In Phillips absence, linebackers coach Reggie Herring will call the defense.
For more on Wade Phillips and the Houston Texans, visit SB Nation’s Texans blog Battle Red Blog.
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