The Houston Texans already are replacing three offensive coaches.
Now, they’ll have to replace one on the defensive side.
The Atlanta Falcons officially hired assistant defensive line coach Nate Ollie as their new defensive line coach, hiring him away from the Texans’ coaching staff, according to KPRC2 Sports’ Aaron Wilson.
Ollie, who joined the Texans last season, was influential in helping Houston’s defense set a franchise record for sacks this season under fellow first-year defensive line coach Rod Wright. Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr. each recorded over 11.5 sacks and 17.5 tackles for loss.
#Falcons make it official, hiring former #Texans assistant defensive line coach Nate Ollie as their new head defensive line coach @KPRC2
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) January 24, 2025
Ollie has previous stints with the New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles.
Currently, the Texans have four coaching openings following a 10-7 season, but more could become available based on the hiring of the next offensive coordinator.
Houston parted ways with Bobby Slowik following struggles in the AFC Divisional Round.
