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Mark Lane

WATCH: Texans DB Tremon Smith intercepts Saints QB Ian Book in preseason

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The Houston Texans have been preaching takeaways under new coach Lovie Smith, and they were able to find their first blessing, even if it was in a preseason game.

With 3:03 to go in the first quarter, defensive back Tremon Smith picked off second-year quarterback Ian Book on a deflection. Smith returned the pick for 12 yards up to the Saints’ 34-yard line.

The Texans were able to cash in on the extra possession with kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn drilling a 49-yard field goal.

In 2021, Smith had 21 combined tackles and a fumble recovery through 17 games, two of which he started.

 

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