Before the match-up versus the Los Angeles Rams Thursday night, the young fan apparently grabbed Watt's attention with his sign that read, "Hey J.J. Guess 'Watt'? It's my birthday."
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Watt got the message loud and clear.
He walked over to the stands and autographed the boy's sign before playing catch with him.
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Watt often interacts with fans, heading to the sidelines to play ball.
The Texans may have fallen 22-10, but this still sounds like the best birthday ever.
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Houston will open the regular season in New Orleans against the Saints on Sept. 9.
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