The 2014 Houston Texans have a new coach, new players, new hope and the same dedicated fan base of Houston-based rappers. As in years past, they took to Twitter on the bye week to comment on the home team’s activities.

And, it was a newsworthy week at NRG Park, with head coach Bill O’Brien benching his much-maligned starting quarterback, Ryan Fitzpatrick, for journeyman Ryan Mallett. Naturally, H-town’s finest rappers had plenty to say on the move and some offered Fitzpatrick some friendly, if brutally honest, parting advice:

10. Breaking News…

9 & 8. From The “Careful What You Wish For” Camp

7. Johnny Splinterbutt

6. The Truth Hurts, Fitz

5. You’ll Be Okay, Fitz

More tweets on the next page.

4. Be Honest With Yourself, Fitz

3. Okay, This One Wasn’t Directed at Fitz, But It’s Still Good Advice, Fitz

2. Stop…Mallett Time!

1. From The Gospel of Luke 7:13: Don’t Kick a Man When He’s Down

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This article appears in Nov 6-12, 2014.

Jesse’s been writing for the Houston Press since 2013. His work has appeared elsewhere, notably on the desk of the English teacher of his high school girlfriend, Tish. The teacher recognized Jesse’s...