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2021 Houston Texans Offense - Pep Hamilton

The "2021 Houston Texans Offense" under Pep Hamilton's influence as quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator was a unit navigating significant challenges during a transitional year for the franchise. With head coach David Culley leading the team in his first season and offensive coordinator Tim Kelly calling the plays, Hamilton worked behind the scenes to develop rookie quarterback Davis Mills and manage a passing attack amidst a roster depleted by turnover and the absence of star quarterback Deshaun Watson, who was inactive all season due to off-field issues. The Texans finished with a 4-13 record, reflecting their struggles offensively as they ranked 30th in the NFL in scoring with 16.5 points per game, 32nd in total offense with 278.2 yards per game, and dead last in rushing offense at 83.6 yards per game. The passing game, where Hamilton had direct input, wasn’t much better, ranking 28th with 194.4 yards per game, though it showed flashes of potential late in the season with Mills at the helm. Mills, a third-round pick, started 11 games, finishing with 2,664 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, improving as the year progressed under Hamilton’s tutelage. Veterans like Tyrod Taylor, who started early in the season before a hamstring injury, and wide receiver Brandin Cooks, who led the team with 90 receptions for 1,037 yards, provided some stability. However, the run game was abysmal, averaging just 3.4 yards per carry, with running backs Mark Ingram II and Rex Burkhead unable to generate consistent production behind a shaky offensive line. Hamilton’s role in 2021 laid the groundwork for his promotion to offensive coordinator in 2022, as his work with Mills offered hope for a brighter future despite the team’s overall offensive woes.

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