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Image 2 of 250 Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien starts up practice during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien starts up practice during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 3 of 250 Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) lines up behind the Texans offensive line during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) lines up behind the Texans offensive line during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 4 of 250 Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) flips a ball to a coach after running a play during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) flips a ball to a coach after running a play during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 6 of 250 Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick throws a pass during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick throws a pass during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 7 of 250 Houston Texans wide receivers Andre Johnson (80) and DeAndre Hopkins (10) run back to the huddle after running a play during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans wide receivers Andre Johnson (80) and DeAndre Hopkins (10) run back to the huddle after running a play during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 8 of 250 Houston Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) runs a play during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) runs a play during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 9 of 250 Houston Texans wide receiver Keshawn Martin (82) reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans wide receiver Keshawn Martin (82) reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 11 of 250 Houston Texans free safety Shiloh Keo wipes his face with a towel during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. The heat index Monday is predicted to be over 100. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans free safety Shiloh Keo wipes his face with a towel during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. The heat index Monday is predicted to be over 100. ( ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 12 of 250 Houston Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 13 of 250 Houston Texans strong safety Chris Clemons reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans strong safety Chris Clemons reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 14 of 250 Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) runs a drill as middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian (52) walks past during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) runs a drill as middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian (52) walks past during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 16 of 250 Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 17 of 250 Houston Texans wide receiver Lacoltan Bester leaps to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans wide receiver Lacoltan Bester leaps to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 18 of 250 Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) turns upfield after making a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) turns upfield after making a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 19 of 250 Houston Texans running back Jonathan Grimes runs upfield after making a catch Houston Texans running back Jonathan Grimes runs upfield after making a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans running back Jonathan Grimes runs upfield after making a catch Houston Texans running back Jonathan Grimes runs upfield after making a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 21 of 250 Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches out to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 22 of 250 Houston Texans wide receivers Lacoltan Bester (12) and DeAndre Hopkins (10) take a break between drills during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Texans wide receivers Lacoltan Bester (12) and DeAndre Hopkins (10) take a break between drills during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 23 of 250 Houston Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart reaches up to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart reaches up to make a catch during Texans practice at the Methodist Training Center Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 24 of 250 Day 18: August 21 Texans tackle Tyson Clabo (69) and guard Brandon Brooks (79) run through a blocking drill during a joint practice with the Denver Broncos on Thursday. less Day 18: August 21 Texans tackle Tyson Clabo (69) and guard Brandon Brooks (79) run through a blocking drill during a joint practice with the Denver Broncos on ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 26 of 250 Texans fullback Jay Prosch (45) and running back Arian Foster (23) stretch. Texans fullback Jay Prosch (45) and running back Arian Foster (23) stretch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 27 of 250 Texans quarterbacks Tom Savage (3), Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) and Case Keenum (7) warm up. Texans quarterbacks Tom Savage (3), Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) and Case Keenum (7) warm up. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 28 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning throws a pass. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 29 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, right, talks to defensive coordinator Romero Crennel. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, right, talks to defensive coordinator Romero Crennel. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 31 of 250 Texans tight ends Anthony Denham (81) and C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) run through a blocking drill. Texans tight ends Anthony Denham (81) and C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) run through a blocking drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 32 of 250 Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) stretches. Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) stretches. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 33 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) and defensive end J.J. Watt (99) run upfield. Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) and defensive end J.J. Watt (99) run upfield. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 34 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning throws a pass. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 36 of 250 Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas runs upfield after making a catch. Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas runs upfield after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 37 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass over center James Ferentz (78), running back Arian Foster, and guard Ben Jones (60). Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass over center James Ferentz (78), running back Arian Foster, and guard Ben Jones (60). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 38 of 250 Broncos running backs run through a ropes drill. Broncos running backs run through a ropes drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 39 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the field. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 41 of 250 Broncos running back Jerodis Williams (33) runs through a drill. Broncos running back Jerodis Williams (33) runs through a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 42 of 250 Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins runs upfield after making a catch. Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins runs upfield after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 43 of 250 Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) directs traffic. Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) directs traffic. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 44 of 250 Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41) runs with the ball. Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41) runs with the ball. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 46 of 250 Texans tight end Ryan Griffin runs upfield after making a catch. Texans tight end Ryan Griffin runs upfield after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 47 of 250 Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) drops back to pass behind guard Alex Kupper (62) and tackle Brice Schwab (72). Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) drops back to pass behind guard Alex Kupper (62) and tackle Brice Schwab (72). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 48 of 250 Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey (11) stretches the football across the goal line after making a catch. Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey (11) stretches the football across the goal line after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 49 of 250 Texans offensive linemen Alex Kupper (62), Xavier Su'a-Filo (70), Matt Feiler (74) and Mike Farrell (71) run a drill. Texans offensive linemen Alex Kupper (62), Xavier Su'a-Filo (70), Matt Feiler (74) and Mike Farrell (71) run a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 51 of 250 Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart (19) reaches out to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart (19) reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 52 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches up to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches up to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 53 of 250 Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins reaches out to make a catch. Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 54 of 250 Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey reaches out to make a catch. Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 56 of 250 Texans running back Arian Foster (23) runs upfield after making a catch. Texans running back Arian Foster (23) runs upfield after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 57 of 250 Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) catches a football while running a drill. Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) catches a football while running a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 58 of 250 Texans strong safety Chris Clemons (20) catches a football while running a drill. Texans strong safety Chris Clemons (20) catches a football while running a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 59 of 250 Texans wide receiver Lacoltan Bester reaches out to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Lacoltan Bester reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 61 of 250 Texans tight end Zach Potter (86) runs past tight ends coach John Perry after making a catch. Texans tight end Zach Potter (86) runs past tight ends coach John Perry after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 62 of 250 Broncos offensive linemen throw medicine balls back and forth. Broncos offensive linemen throw medicine balls back and forth. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 63 of 250 Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) throws a pass. Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 64 of 250 Texans running back Ronnie Brown (22) runs with the football. Texans running back Ronnie Brown (22) runs with the football. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 66 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) goes through a drill. Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) goes through a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 67 of 250 Texans linebacker Jason Ankrah takes off his jersey following a joint practice. Texans linebacker Jason Ankrah takes off his jersey following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 68 of 250 Texans general manager Rick Smith, left, talks to former NFL referee Red Cashion. Texans general manager Rick Smith, left, talks to former NFL referee Red Cashion. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 69 of 250 Texans defensive end Keith Browner cuts tape off his ankle following a joint practice. Texans defensive end Keith Browner cuts tape off his ankle following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 71 of 250 Texans owner Bob McNair, left, embraces wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) following a joint practice. Texans owner Bob McNair, left, embraces wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 72 of 250 Texans owner Bob McNair, left, stands with head coach Bill O'Brien. Texans owner Bob McNair, left, stands with head coach Bill O'Brien. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 73 of 250 Texans owner Bob McNair, left, talks to head coach Bill O'Brien following a joint practice. Texans owner Bob McNair, left, talks to head coach Bill O'Brien following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 74 of 250 Texans running back Arian Foster, left, rides off the practice field on a golf cart with Texans owner Bob McNair. Texans running back Arian Foster, left, rides off the practice field on a golf cart with Texans owner Bob McNair. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 76 of 250 Broncos head coach John Fox, left, speaks to Texans owner Bob McNair. Broncos head coach John Fox, left, speaks to Texans owner Bob McNair. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 77 of 250 Texans owner Bob McNair speaks to Broncos head coach John Fox, reflected in his sunglasses. Texans owner Bob McNair speaks to Broncos head coach John Fox, reflected in his sunglasses. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 78 of 250 Day 17: August 20 Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) runs a drill with linebackers coach Mike Vrabel during a joint practice with the Denver Broncos at the Broncos training facility on Wednesday in Englewood, Colo. less Day 17: August 20 Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) runs a drill with linebackers coach Mike Vrabel during a joint practice with the Denver Broncos at the Broncos ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 79 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a drill with defensive end Keith Browner (98). Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a drill with defensive end Keith Browner (98). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 81 of 250 Texans defensive end Tim Jamison runs a pass rush drill. Texans defensive end Tim Jamison runs a pass rush drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 82 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks to Texans quarterback Tom Savage (3) following a joint practice. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks to Texans quarterback Tom Savage (3) following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 83 of 250 Texans quarterback Case Keenum takes a snap. Texans quarterback Case Keenum takes a snap. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 84 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) talks to Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) following a joint practice. Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) talks to Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 86 of 250 Texans guards Ben Jones (60) and Brandon Brooks (79) work on a blocking drill following a joint practice. Texans guards Ben Jones (60) and Brandon Brooks (79) work on a blocking drill following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 87 of 250 Texans linebackers work with linebackers coach Mike Vrabel. Texans linebackers work with linebackers coach Mike Vrabel. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 88 of 250 Texans defensive backs take a knee in the end zone following a joint practice. Texans defensive backs take a knee in the end zone following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 89 of 250 Texans quarterback Case Keenum throws a pass. Texans quarterback Case Keenum throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 91 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson walks across the field following a joint practice . Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson walks across the field following a joint practice . Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 92 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass with Case Keenum (7) looking on. Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass with Case Keenum (7) looking on. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 93 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks to Texans quarterback Tom Savage (3) following a joint practice. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks to Texans quarterback Tom Savage (3) following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 94 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) walks across the field following a joint practice. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) walks across the field following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 96 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien speaks to the media following a joint practice. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien speaks to the media following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 97 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) stretches. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) stretches. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 98 of 250 Broncos and former Houston Texans quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp, left, walks past quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and he throws a pass. Broncos and former Houston Texans quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp, left, walks past quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and he throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 99 of 250 Broncos head coach John Fox walks across the field as his team stretches . Broncos head coach John Fox walks across the field as his team stretches . Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 101 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) takes off his helmet as he gets ready to stretch. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) takes off his helmet as he gets ready to stretch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 102 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the field as his team gets ready to stretch. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the field as his team gets ready to stretch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 103 of 250 Texans running back Arian Foster (23), quarterback Tom Savage (3) and quarterback Case Keenum (7) get ready to stretch. Texans running back Arian Foster (23), quarterback Tom Savage (3) and quarterback Case Keenum (7) get ready to stretch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 104 of 250 Broncos players run to their next drill. Broncos players run to their next drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 106 of 250 Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) and free safety Kendrick Lewis (21) run an interception drill. Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) and free safety Kendrick Lewis (21) run an interception drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 107 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) runs across the field during an interception drill. Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) runs across the field during an interception drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 108 of 250 Broncos defensive back Charles Mitchell knocks a ball back inbounds while running a fumble drill. Broncos defensive back Charles Mitchell knocks a ball back inbounds while running a fumble drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 109 of 250 Texans defensive end Julius Warmsley (74) and nose tackle David Hunter (66) rush the passer during a drill. Texans defensive end Julius Warmsley (74) and nose tackle David Hunter (66) rush the passer during a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 111 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a drill. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 112 of 250 Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) runs a drill. Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) runs a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 113 of 250 Texans defensive end Jared Crick (93) hits a blocking sled. Texans defensive end Jared Crick (93) hits a blocking sled. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 114 of 250 Broncos defensive end Kenny Anunike hits a blocking dummy. Broncos defensive end Kenny Anunike hits a blocking dummy. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 116 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a drill with defensive end Keith Browner (98) and defensive end Julius Warmsley (74). Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a drill with defensive end Keith Browner (98) and defensive end Julius Warmsley (74). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 117 of 250 Texans cornerbacks Johnathan Joseph (24) and Kareem Jackson (25) run a coverage drill. Texans cornerbacks Johnathan Joseph (24) and Kareem Jackson (25) run a coverage drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 118 of 250 Texans outside linebacker Brooks Reed (58) hits linebacker Jason Ankrah (65) while running a drill. Texans outside linebacker Brooks Reed (58) hits linebacker Jason Ankrah (65) while running a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 119 of 250 Texans tight end Garrett Graham (88) leaps to make a catch. Texans tight end Garrett Graham (88) leaps to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 121 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass. Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 122 of 250 Texans tight end Ryan Griffin reaches up to make a catch. Texans tight end Ryan Griffin reaches up to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 124 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) hits a blocking sled. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) hits a blocking sled. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 126 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a ball strip drill with Chance Graham. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs a ball strip drill with Chance Graham. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 127 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches up to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches up to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 128 of 250 Texans cornerback Johnathan Joseph (24) walks off the practice field. Texans cornerback Johnathan Joseph (24) walks off the practice field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 129 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt hits a blocking sled. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt hits a blocking sled. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 131 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt hits a blocking sled. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt hits a blocking sled. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 132 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing walks off the practice field. Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing walks off the practice field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 133 of 250 Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson walks off the practice field. Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson walks off the practice field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 134 of 250 Texans tight ends Anthony Denham (81) and C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) work after practice. Texans tight ends Anthony Denham (81) and C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) work after practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 136 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks off the practice field. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks off the practice field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 137 of 250 Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) hands Texans linebackers coach Mike Vrabel a helmet following a joint practice. Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker (83) hands Texans linebackers coach Mike Vrabel a helmet following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 138 of 250 Texans middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian works out following a joint practice. Texans middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian works out following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 139 of 250 Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus works out following a joint practice. Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus works out following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 141 of 250 Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus, left, and middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian (52) work out after a joint practice . Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus, left, and middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian (52) work out after a joint practice . Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 142 of 250 Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) works with tight end Ryan Griffin (84) following a joint practice. Texans quarterback Case Keenum (7) works with tight end Ryan Griffin (84) following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 143 of 250 Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning speaks to the media following a joint practice. Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning speaks to the media following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 144 of 250 Broncos head coach John Fox speaks to the media following a joint practice. Broncos head coach John Fox speaks to the media following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 146 of 250 Texans linebackers coach Mike Vrabel, left, runs with quarterback Case Keenum (7) following a joint practice. Texans linebackers coach Mike Vrabel, left, runs with quarterback Case Keenum (7) following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 147 of 250 Texans wide receiver Joe Adams, works with strength and conditioning coach Craig Fitzgerald following a joint practice. Texans wide receiver Joe Adams, works with strength and conditioning coach Craig Fitzgerald following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 148 of 250 Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart reaches up to catch a pass following a joint practice. Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart reaches up to catch a pass following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 149 of 250 Texans wide receiver Joe Adams, works out extra following a joint practice. Texans wide receiver Joe Adams, works out extra following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 151 of 250 Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall (54) hits a blocking dummy. Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall (54) hits a blocking dummy. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 152 of 250 Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35) backpedals as he runs a drill. Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35) backpedals as he runs a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 153 of 250 Texans running back Jonathan Grimes runs upfield after making a catch. Texans running back Jonathan Grimes runs upfield after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 154 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing, center, run a drill. Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing, center, run a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 156 of 250 Texans linebacker Chris McAllister (64) knocks a ball back to linebackers coach Mike Vrabel. Texans linebacker Chris McAllister (64) knocks a ball back to linebackers coach Mike Vrabel. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 157 of 250 Texans running back Ronnie Brown reaches out to make a catch. Texans running back Ronnie Brown reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 158 of 250 Texans outside linebacker Quentin Groves (47) knocks a ball back to linebackers coach Mike Vrabel. Texans outside linebacker Quentin Groves (47) knocks a ball back to linebackers coach Mike Vrabel. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 159 of 250 Texans linebackers Jadeveon Clowney (90) and Brooks Reed (58) run a drill. Texans linebackers Jadeveon Clowney (90) and Brooks Reed (58) run a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 161 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches up to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reaches up to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 162 of 250 Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) runs a pass route. Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) runs a pass route. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 163 of 250 Texans tackles Duane Brown (76) and Anthony Dima (71) run a blocking drill. Texans tackles Duane Brown (76) and Anthony Dima (71) run a blocking drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 164 of 250 Texans wide receiver Joe Adams reaches out to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Joe Adams reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 166 of 250 Texans guard Brandon Brooks (79) warms up. Texans guard Brandon Brooks (79) warms up. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 167 of 250 Texans middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian (52) runs a drill. Texans middle linebacker Jeff Tarpinian (52) runs a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 168 of 250 Texans running back Arian Foster (23) runs across the field. Texans running back Arian Foster (23) runs across the field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 169 of 250 Texans defensive end J.J. Watt runs a drill. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt runs a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 171 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Max Bullough (53) runs with the football during a drill. Texans inside linebacker Max Bullough (53) runs with the football during a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 172 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the field. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 173 of 250 Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) tosses a football back to a coach as he runs a drill. Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) tosses a football back to a coach as he runs a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 174 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Max Bullough (53) reaches out to catch a ball. Texans inside linebacker Max Bullough (53) reaches out to catch a ball. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 176 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) drops back to pass. Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) drops back to pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 177 of 250 Texans defensive end Jeoffrey Pagan (97) runs a ball strip drill with Chance Graham. Texans defensive end Jeoffrey Pagan (97) runs a ball strip drill with Chance Graham. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 178 of 250 Broncos quarterbacks Peyton Manning (18), Brock Osweiler (17) and Zac Dysert (2) run a drill. Broncos quarterbacks Peyton Manning (18), Brock Osweiler (17) and Zac Dysert (2) run a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 179 of 250 Broncos quarterbacks Peyton Manning (18), Brock Osweiler (17), Zac Dysert (2) and Bryn Renner (9) run a drill. Broncos quarterbacks Peyton Manning (18), Brock Osweiler (17), Zac Dysert (2) and Bryn Renner (9) run a drill. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 181 of 250 Texans guard Brandon Brooks (79) warms up. Texans guard Brandon Brooks (79) warms up. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 182 of 250 Texans guard Brandon Brooks (79) warms up. Texans guard Brandon Brooks (79) warms up. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 183 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) warms up. Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) warms up. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 184 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the practice field. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien walks across the practice field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 186 of 250 Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) and defensive end J.J. Watt (99) jog across the practice field. Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) and defensive end J.J. Watt (99) jog across the practice field. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 187 of 250 Broncos defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson (99) hits a blocking sled. Broncos defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson (99) hits a blocking sled. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 188 of 250 Broncos defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson (99) hits defensive end Will Pericak (69). Broncos defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson (99) hits defensive end Will Pericak (69). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 189 of 250 Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) hits defensive end Will Pericak (69). Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) hits defensive end Will Pericak (69). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 191 of 250 Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) takes a knee between drills. Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) takes a knee between drills. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 192 of 250 <center><b>Day 15: August 14</b></center> <h3></h3> Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (33) runs the football against Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35). <center><b>Day 15: August 14</b></center> <h3></h3> Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (33) runs the football against Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 193 of 250 Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Devin Hester (17) makes a catch with Texans defensive back Brandon Harris (26) defending. Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Devin Hester (17) makes a catch with Texans defensive back Brandon Harris (26) defending. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 194 of 250 Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (33) runs the football against Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35). Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (33) runs the football against Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 196 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien stands behind the Texans offense. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien stands behind the Texans offense. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 197 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) takes a snap from center Chris Myers (55) while running a play against the Atlanta Falcons. Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) takes a snap from center Chris Myers (55) while running a play against the Atlanta Falcons. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 198 of 250 Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons defense. Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons defense. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 199 of 250 Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) breaks up a pass intended for tight end Zach Potter. Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) breaks up a pass intended for tight end Zach Potter. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 201 of 250 Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons defense. Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons defense. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 202 of 250 Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) leaps to intercept a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Freddie Martino (18). Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) leaps to intercept a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Freddie Martino (18). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 203 of 250 Atlanta Falcons running back Jacquizz Rodgers (32) runs the football against Texans safety Jawanza Starling (29) and outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59). Atlanta Falcons running back Jacquizz Rodgers (32) runs the football against Texans safety Jawanza Starling (29) and outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 204 of 250 Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) leaps to intercept a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Freddie Martino (18). Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) leaps to intercept a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Freddie Martino (18). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 206 of 250 Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney, left, works with Texans linebacker Paul Hazel. Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney, left, works with Texans linebacker Paul Hazel. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 207 of 250 Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney signs autographs during Texans training camp at the Methodist Training Center Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney signs autographs during Texans training camp at the Methodist Training Center Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 208 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, left, talks to Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith during a joint practice. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, left, talks to Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 209 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, left, talks to Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith during a joint practice. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, left, talks to Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 211 of 250 Texans tackle Brice Schwab (72) and guard Xavier Su'a-Filo (70) work on blocking drills. Texans tackle Brice Schwab (72) and guard Xavier Su'a-Filo (70) work on blocking drills. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 212 of 250 Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13) throws a pass over quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas during a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13) throws a pass over quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 213 of 250 Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws a pass over quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas during a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws a pass over quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 214 of 250 Atlanta Falcons defensive end Kroy Biermann (71) works against offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) during a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons defensive end Kroy Biermann (71) works against offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 216 of 250 Texans running back Arian Foster makes a catch. Texans running back Arian Foster makes a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 217 of 250 Texans head coach Bill O'Brien jogs around the Texans offense. Texans head coach Bill O'Brien jogs around the Texans offense. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 218 of 250 Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass. Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 219 of 250 Texans tight end Ryan Griffin (84) runs past head coach Bill O'Brien. Texans tight end Ryan Griffin (84) runs past head coach Bill O'Brien. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 221 of 250 Texans running back Alfred Blue (44) runs with the football after making a catch. Texans running back Alfred Blue (44) runs with the football after making a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 222 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) reaches up to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) reaches up to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 223 of 250 Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart reaches out to make a catch. Texans wide receiver Travis Labhart reaches out to make a catch. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 224 of 250 Atlanta Falcons free safety Dwight Lowery (20) leaps to make a catch during a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons free safety Dwight Lowery (20) leaps to make a catch during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 226 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) runs a pass route against quarterbacks coach George Godsey. Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) runs a pass route against quarterbacks coach George Godsey. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 227 of 250 Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) makes a catch with safety Jawanza Starling (29) defending. Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (87) makes a catch with safety Jawanza Starling (29) defending. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 228 of 250 Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35) breaks up a pass intended for running back Alfred Blue (44). Texans defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35) breaks up a pass intended for running back Alfred Blue (44). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 229 of 250 Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) yawns as he stands with his teammates before the start of a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) yawns as he stands with his teammates before the start of a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 231 of 250 Cal McNair, Texans COO, left, Rick Smith, general manager, Bill O'Brien, head coach, and Bob McNair, owner, stand on the field after a joint practice. Cal McNair, Texans COO, left, Rick Smith, general manager, Bill O'Brien, head coach, and Bob McNair, owner, stand on the field after a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 232 of 250 Texans COO Cal McNair accepts a "Texans for DQ Day" proclamation from Houston City Councilman Larry Greene following practice. "Texans for DQ Day" honors Texans offensive tackle David Quessenberry who is battling lymphoma. less Texans COO Cal McNair accepts a "Texans for DQ Day" proclamation from Houston City Councilman Larry Greene following practice. "Texans for DQ Day" honors Texans offensive tackle David Quessenberry who is ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 233 of 250 Texans COO Cal McNair accepts a "Texans for DQ Day" proclamation from Houston City Councilman Larry Greene following practice. "Texans for DQ Day" honors Texans offensive tackle David Quessenberry who is battling lymphoma. less Texans COO Cal McNair accepts a "Texans for DQ Day" proclamation from Houston City Councilman Larry Greene following practice. "Texans for DQ Day" honors Texans offensive tackle David Quessenberry who is ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 234 of 250 Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) speaks to the media following a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) speaks to the media following a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 236 of 250 Texans running back Arian Foster speaks to the media after practice. Texans running back Arian Foster speaks to the media after practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 237 of 250 Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger, left, signs autographs. Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger, left, signs autographs. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 238 of 250 Texans fans cheer while seeking autographs. Texans fans cheer while seeking autographs. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 239 of 250 Tight end Garrett Graham signs autographs. Tight end Garrett Graham signs autographs. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 241 of 250 Texans punter Shane Lechler, left, signs autographs. Texans punter Shane Lechler, left, signs autographs. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 242 of 250 <center><b>Day 14: August 13</b></center> <h3></h3> Texans running back Alfred Blue (44) runs the ball past Atlanta Falcons free safety Dwight Lowery (20). <center><b>Day 14: August 13</b></center> <h3></h3> Texans running back Alfred Blue (44) runs the ball past Atlanta Falcons free safety Dwight Lowery (20). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 243 of 250 Texans running back Alfred Blue (44) runs the ball past Atlanta Falcons free safety Dwight Lowery (20). Texans running back Alfred Blue (44) runs the ball past Atlanta Falcons free safety Dwight Lowery (20). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 244 of 250 Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) greets former teammate Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13). Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) greets former teammate Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 246 of 250 Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) greets former teammate Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13). Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) greets former teammate Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 247 of 250 Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (33) runs the football past Houston Texans strong safety Chris Clemons (20). Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (33) runs the football past Houston Texans strong safety Chris Clemons (20). Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 248 of 250 Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks T.J. Yates (13), Jeff Matthews (9) and Sean Renfree (12) drop back to pass. Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks T.J. Yates (13), Jeff Matthews (9) and Sean Renfree (12) drop back to pass. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 249 of 250 Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13) takes a snap as he lines up against the Texans during a joint practice. Atlanta Falcons quarterback T.J. Yates (13) takes a snap as he lines up against the Texans during a joint practice. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle