Gary Kubiak will return as the head coach of the Texans, according to league sources. Houston has lost four in a row and eight of their last nine to fall out of the playoff picture. Texans owner Bob McNair believes that if Kubiak can make certain changes to his defensive coaching staff, then he will be able to create a winning atmosphere. Houston ranks 29th in total defense (380.6 yards per game) and last against the pass this season (277.1).