The former linebacker prefers to keep his personal life quiet, but here’s an explainer on those closest to him.
This is Jamila Ryans: Meet DeMeco Ryans’ wife and the Texan’s head coach’s family
DeMeco Ryans’ remarkable performance as the San Francisco 49ers’ defensive coordinator in 2021 increased his reputation as a touchline leader and now he is the head coach of the Houston Texans. The 39-year-old has, since his appointment, played a pivotal role in the Texans’ journey this season.
With the focus on Ryans intensifying, fans are eager to discover more about his personal life, including details about his wife, Jamila.
Here’s everything we know about the good people behind the coach...
DeMeco’s low profile family
Reports indicate that DeMeco Ryans and Jamila, his wife who has been with him since the linebacker made his transition to a managerial role, crossed paths during his time playing for the Houston Texans; the two are said to have eventually tied the knot in Pearland, Texas, on June 29, 2013. Jamila, who prefers to keep a low profile and abstains from social media, is a registered nurse, and also serves as a non-profit director at the DeMeco Ryans Foundation.
#Texans coach DeMeco Ryans and wife, Jamila, at annual Season Premiere charity event @KPRC2 benefiting girls flag football @KPRC2 https://t.co/jTgIfPQ3Lp pic.twitter.com/P6W5n48Rrk
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) August 28, 2025
The Ryans have two sons, MJ and Micah, along with a daughter named Xia. Jamila herself has two younger brothers, Jonathan and Jason White.
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The family is quite camera shy and keep a low profile.
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