For the fifth time, Texans defensive end J.J. Watt was named to the Pro Football Writers of America All-NFL team.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year led the AFC with 16 sacks and the NFL with seven forced fumbles. He was also an All-Pro and Pro Bowl selection in making an impressive comeback from a broken leg and back injuries.
Meanwhile, All-Pro and Pro Bowl wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins was named to the PFWA All-NFL team for the second year in a row.
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Hopkins caught a career-high 115 passes for 1,572 yards and 11 touchdowns.