Everything Texans DC Matt Burke said ahead of Week 3 vs. Colts
Here's everything Houston Texans defensive coordinator Matt Burke said ahead of Week 3 against the Indianapolis Colts, including his thoughts on containing Jonathan Taylor, slowing down the tempo of Daniel Jones in the passing game and more.
Houston Texans defensive coordinator Matt Burke addressed several topics ahead of the Week 3 game against the Indianapolis Colts. He praised Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, calling him a great player with many skills and a tough opponent. Burke also mentioned the need for discipline in run fits to stop Taylor. As for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, Burke noted that he has been moving well and still operating at a high level, with adjustments made by the Colts' offensive line.
Regarding safety Reed Blankenship, Burke expressed confidence in his progress and performance. Burke discussed the lack of turnovers heading into the game, attributing it to the team focusing on being in the right positions and making plays when opportunities arise. He emphasized the importance of coordinating the rush on a scramble drill and expressed appreciation for DE Will Anderson Jr. and LB Azeez Al-Shaair taking charge of the team, providing valuable feedback and maintaining communication with the coaching staff.
Finally, Burke acknowledged the team's strong defensive performance over the past two years but acknowledged the challenges posed by a top-five defense in Indianapolis.
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