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'Unsung' Texans safety Andre Hal uses element of disguise

Reading the eyes of Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota, Texans safety Andre Hal broke crisply on the football and made a leaping interception of an overthrown pass intended for tight end Delanie Walker.

Hal intercepted Mariota twice during a 57-14 win Sunday at NRG Stadium, crediting defensive coordinator Mike Vrabel for using the element of confusion against Mariota.

"It was a great disguise and a great play call by coach Vrabel," Hal said. "I just went over there and made the play. Every day in practice I'm catching balls after practice. Last year, I dropped a lot.