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Bill O'Brien bullish on Texans OC Tim Kelly, noncommittal on play-calling

INDIANAPOLIS - Standing on the sideline, holding a play-sheet and communicating with Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, coach Bill O'Brien operated as his own offensive coordinator last season.

While O'Brien isn't expected to turn over play-calling duties to newly-promoted offensive coordinator Tim Kelly, that doesn't mean he won't groom him for that role in the future.

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O'Brien remains noncommittal on whether Kelly will be given that responsibility, but expressed confidence in his knowledge of the offense and ability to communicate with players.