Found December 14, 2011 on Houston Diehards:
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News came down today that Wade Phillips will miss at least the Carolina game, and most likely the trip to Indianapolis next Thursday due to a “scheduled medical procedure.” It turns out it has something to do with one of his kidneys, and he’s also set to have his gall bladder removed. Will it make a big difference? Sure it will, but the gameplan on Carolina is already installed, and the Colts are the Colts. But yes, Wade’s halftime adjustments will be missed. The other Wade Phillips story I want to look at is the new speculation that he may be one and done with the Texans if he gets a head coaching offer. I discussed this a bit on Battle Red Radio Tuesday, but let’s actually look at the potential field of suitors: Jobs already open: Kansas City – A storied franchise coming off a bad hire. I think they’ll go after a big name. They’ll make a run at Jeff Fisher, and Bill Cowher if he wants back in. Miami – Miami will ABSOLUTEL...
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