See the individuals Nick Caserio thanked for landing the Houston Texans general manager job
The Houston Texans introduced Nick Caserio as their fifth general manager in club history. The 45-year-old thanked the following people for being able to have a shot at being an NFL team’s front office boss.
1. The McNair family
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"I'd like to start by thanking Janice, Cal, and Hannah for the belief you have in us and the commitment that you've made towards our family," Caserio said. "You have welcomed us with open arms, and we are ready to serve you and the Texans organization with grace and humility."
2. The Patriots organization
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"To the Kraft family, Robert and Jonathan, Bill Belichick and the entire Patriots organization, you provided a foundation for over 20 seasons that we will take with us as we embark on our new journey. "Bill, you have provided incredible guidance as well as the opportunity to continually grow, serve, and truly learn what it takes to be great on a day in and day out basis, and for that I'm eternally grateful and thankful."
3. His wife, Kathleen Caserio
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"To my beautiful bride, Kathleen, who I know is out there listening because she can't be in the room with us because this is 2020, 2021, but you're my best friend, the rock of our family," Caserio said. "None of this is even possible without your constant love, support, guidance and devotion. Tip of the cap to the Patriots organization. We actually – my wife and I actually met – she worked on the business side in the marketing side for the Revolution, so I guess the credit goes to the Patriots for my marriage and my wife on this one. I love you dearly and will continue to lean on you as we get started in our new home here in Houston.
4. His daughters
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"To my three girls who are out there watching, Whitley, Chatham, and Charleston, we are now Texans," said Caserio. "Daddy loves you lots and is excited to see you grow and experience a new way of life. You and mommy are the reason daddy does what he does. I know my middle child, our middle child, Chatham, before we left once I told her the news, she said, does that mean we can get a swimming pool and have a putting green in our backyard? And I said, Honey, I'm not sure, but we'll talk about that a little bit later. But daddy loves you guys dearly and you're a significant part of our lives and always will be, and I love you.
5. Caserio's parents
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"To my mom and dad back home in Ohio, you laid the foundation and instilled principles in my brother and I, Michael, that I hold true to this day that we will unquestionably look to instill in our team: hard work, love, toughness, selflessness, to always do what is right and always treat people the right way," said Caserio. "Thanks for your guidance, your wisdom and constant support. This opportunity is about all of us. It's not about me. It's about all of us, and without your love and devotion, we wouldn't be here today.
6. Joe Perella
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"Finally, to my coaching mentor, Joe Perella, who recently passed away here during the season, he is a big reason why we were spending time together here today," Caserio said. "He always demanded excellence. He pushed me further than I may have even thought possible. He instilled in me a passion for football that burns deeply. He believed in me, and most importantly, he loved me. His hands along with the Lord's are with us here in Houston. Thank you, Coach. We'll see you one day."
