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D.J. Reader catches punt to end practice early

D.J. Reader

The rookie nose tackle cleanly fielded a Shane Lechler punt during practice at the Houston Methodist Training Center, and because of that, practice ended early.

“We’ve got a long way to go, but it’s about 115 heat index out here right now and I think they were

busting pretty good this morning,” head coach Bill O’Brien said. “It was time to call it a day and reward them.”

With the entire team watching, Reader’s catch drew a roar of approval. It came shortly after O’Brien huddled the squad together and selected the defensive lineman from Clemson.