HOUSTON — The Houston Texans honored former defensive end Earl Cochran with a moment of silence before their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, paying tribute to the late player who passed away at 44.

After the win, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans spoke emotionally about Cochran, who was not only a former teammate but also a close friend. The two attended high school together in Alabama before reuniting on the Texans.

“What a game. First, I have to give glory to God. It’s not about us and praising us for what we do. It’s all glory to God, and I’m just thankful for finding a way to win this game, especially coming in with a heavy heart,” Ryans said. “I lost my best friend, Earl Cochran. I know he’s smiling down on us right now. He would be very proud.”

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