Did you think the drama surrounding the Patriots and Texans had quieted down? Think again.

In the latest development, Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com reported, via MassLive.com, the Patriots are “livid” with former employee Jack Easterby, a guy who climbed the ladder a few rungs in New England before parlaying that into a real position of influence, now with the Texans.

The unhappiness stems from the manner in which Easterby left the Patriots, and from the attempt to hire away Patriots director of player personnel Nick Caserio.

Easterby started as the Patriots team chaplain before taking on additional roles with the team over his six years there. In 2018, he was the team development director/character coach. In April, Easterby was hired away by the Texans to become their new executive vice president of team development.

Article Continues Below
More New England Patriots News
Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium.
Patriots rumors: Mike Florio examines ‘complicated’ Stefon Diggs cut scenarioBen Strauss ·
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel (center) with Eastern Washington receiver Efton Chism III (left) and Patriots cornerback Kobee Minor (right)
3 New England Patriots hidden gems on 2025 roster you need to knowJaren Kawada ·
Oct 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) walks towards the sideline before the game against the Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Patriots rumors: Stefon Diggs being cut ‘on the table’ amid viral videoMike Gianakos ·
Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) warms up prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
Stefon Diggs’ future hinges on truth over boat party says Albert BreerJake Faigus ·
New England Patriots guard Cole Strange (69) defends against Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Neil Farrell Jr. (93) at Allegiant Stadium.
Patriots rumors: Controversial 1st-Round pick on chopping block to be cutConor Roche ·
New England Patriots center David Andrews (60) watches from the sideline during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Gillette Stadium.
2-time Super Bowl champion retires after 10 seasons with PatriotsConor Roche ·

According to Bedard, many within the Patriots organization were upset when Easterby let it be known publically that the prostitution charges facing owner Robert Kraft “did not sit well” with him and played a big part in his decision to leave the team.

It may be hard to believe, but before this Eastery was very well liked.

The team originally brought him in following the Aaron Hernandez murder scandal as a presence in the locker room to help players off the field.

The Pats will get a chance to settle the scorewhen the team heads to Houston to take on the Texans in Week 13. The teams play on Sunday Night Football on Dec.  13.