The success of any team in any sport is largely determined by the quality of their coaching and when it comes to NFL coaches who have made a significant impact on their teams, DeMecco Ryans is certainly one of the first names that comes to mind. Ryans is a professional American football coach who currently serves the Houston Texans as their head in the National Football League.
His professional career as a football player began in 2006 when he was selected by the Houston Texans in the NFL draft of 2006. He made his official NFL debut in a match against the Philadelphia Eagles where he recorded 12 solo tackles. He finished his rookie season with 155 total tackles and was named the AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. He was selected to the Pro Bowl two times, once in 2007 and once in 2009. In 2010 he signed a contract extension deal for six years worth $48 million with the Texans. In 2012 he was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles and was released on Feb 24, 2016.
DeMeco Ryans began his coaching career in 2017 as a defensive quality control coach when he was hired by the San Francisco 49ers. In 2018 he was promoted to the position of linebacker coach and in 2021 he was promoted to defensive coordinator by the 49ers. After leading them for five seasons, Ryans was named the PFWA Assistant Coach of the Year. In 2023 he joined the Houston Texans and they signed him for six years and named him the head coach.
DeMeco Ryans Wife
DeMeco Ryans is married to Jamila Ryans and they have been married since 2013. Jamila Ryans is a registered nurse and works at the DeMeco Ryans Foundation. She has kept her life a secret; she does not have an active social media handle.
DeMeco Ryans kids
DeMcco Ryans And Jamila Ryans have been blessed with two sons and one daughter. The name of the oldest son is MJ Ryans who is 8 years old. The name of the second son is Micah Ryans who is 6 years old. The name of the daughter is Xia Ryans who is 4 years old. Derrick Ryans is the father of DeMcco Ryans who was also a football player. He played college football at the University of Alabama and played for the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL.
Where does DeMeco Ryans Live
Currently, DeMcco Ryans and his entire family live in Houston, Texas. He was born on July 28, 1984, in Bessemer, Alabama. As of now, he is 39 years old. He is an inspiration to many people and there is no doubt that in upcoming years DeMeco Ryans will cement himself as one of the best football coaches in the NFL.
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FAQs
A. DeMeco Ryans after playing in the NFL for over 10 years announced his retirement in 2016.
A. He joined the Houston Texans; they signed him for six years and named him the head coach.
A. No, DeMeco Ryans, Kevin Stefanski in his coaching career thus far has never led any to the Super Bowl.
A. DeMeco met Jamila while playing for the Houston Texans.
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