J.J. Watt expects Texans to lock arms again for anthem

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Texans star defensive end J.J. Watt said he expects the team to lock arms again during the national anthem Sunday at NRG Stadium, as they did prior to a loss to the New England Patriots last Sunday at Gillette Stadium.

"I would imagine so," Watt said when asked if the Texans plan to lock arms again, emphasizing that no decision has been made yet.

Watt said he's seen great unity over the past few weeks.

NFL players were faced with the decision of whether to kneel, stand or lock arms following critical comments from President Donald Trump.

"It sparks some great conversations," Watt said. "It opens some eyes. I love everybody in that locker room. Our whole team chose to stand together and lock arms. That shows unity.

"We all care about each other and the issues. There's obviously a lot of conversations started, and it's been great. The more we can be unified, the better off we'll be. It's incredible to see what people do when they come together for a common cause."

Watt was asked what his individual opinion was about how to handle the national anthem issue.

Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien lines up with his playes as they lock arm together dring the national anthem before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017, in Foxbourough, Mass. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien lines up with his playes as they lock arm together dring the national anthem before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle Photo: Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close J.J. Watt expects Texans to lock arms again for anthem 1 / 1 Back to Gallery

"Everybody is right to have whatever opinion," Watt said. "That's what's great about this country. Freedom of speech."