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Robert Zeglinski

NFL fans roasted the Texans for thinking Sean Payton would actually answer the phone about a coaching job

As some NFL teams look for their next head coach this offseason, former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton might be the hottest commodity on the market. After his years of work turning the Drew Brees-era Saints into a perennial championship contender, it’s understandable that a coach-less squad will want to acquire his services now that he’s looking to don the lead headset again.

One curious team interested in Payton might be a little delusional about their chances of actually hiring him. Per a report from NFL Network’s Peter Schrager, the Houston Texans — owners of the No. 2 overall pick after firing two consecutive one-and-done head coaches in an impossible situation — have requested permission to speak to Payton regarding their open vacancy.

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