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With the Texans’ planet tilting off its axis tonight in response to the disturbing news about J.J. Watt, there’s word that the team will reportedly bring back a familiar face:
Texans are placing JJ Watt on injured reserve on Wednesday and resigning DE Antonio Smith, per league sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 28, 2016
Confirming: #Texans are bringing back DE Antonio Smith
— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) September 28, 2016
Normally, the idea of “The Ninja Assassin” once again patrolling NRG Stadium would make me smile. Tonight, it just makes me reach for another drink.