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DeMeco Ryans appears open to J.J. Watt returning to Texans

Houston Texans legend J.J. Watt stirred up football fans in the Bayou City over the weekend, and head coach DeMeco Ryans didn't exactly pour water on the fire.

Prior to Watt's charity softball event on Saturday, the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year was asked how he avoids the itch to return to the game—especially now that Ryans, a former teammate of his, is leading the Texans. Watt revealed in his response that he's open to suiting up for Houston again, stating he told Ryans, "Don't call unless you absolutely need it, but if you ever do call, I'll be there.