It was a difficult year personally for Texans offensive tackle Kendall Lamm as his grandmother battled cancer.
Professionally, it was the most successful year of his career.
The former undrafted free agent from Appalachian State played in all but one game. And he started 13 of them for the AFC South champions at right tackle.
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"This year has been a whirlwind for me, dealing with things back home like my grandmother having cancer, dealing with things with my mom and family in general," Lamm said.