This is the most important season in the history of the Houston Texans’ franchise for one simple reason; defensive end J.J. Watt.
Super Bowls are predicated on having your quarterback play at a very high level and putting ample pressure on the other team’s signal-caller.
Arguably as rare as a first ballot Hall of Fame quarterback is a first ballot Hall of Fame pass rusher like Watt.
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Much like a running back that seemingly sees their production wither and fade after the age of 30, the most prolific pass rushers have struggled at a similar point.