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Texans want Deshaun Watson to take calculated risks

The electric style of Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson literally has its ups and downs.

Watson thrills when he leaps into the air for a diving touchdown run or buys time, eludes pursuit and delivers a touchdown strike while knowing he's going to absorb a huge hit.

And Watson scared the Texans and their fans when he was in a medical tent repeatedly during a season-opening loss to the New Orleans Saints after landing awkwardly on his back. Watson was unhurt, but got bruised and is on the injury report as a full participant.

"We continue to talk to him about being smart – taking calculated risks, if you will," Texans defensive coordinator Tim Kelly said.