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Texans' J.J. Watt has pizza delivered to Houston firefighters, police officers

Watt, a stand out defensive end for the Texans, made headlines for sending a letter of thanks and a bunch of pizzas to Houston-area firefighters and cops.

By UPI STAFF
Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt takes a breaks against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on August 23, 2014 in Denver. UPI/Gary C. Caskey.
Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt takes a breaks against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on August 23, 2014 in Denver. UPI/Gary C. Caskey. | License Photo

HOUSTON, Nov. 25 (UPI) -- After months of disturbing news about NFL players and their behavior off the field, Tuesday's news about the Houston Texans J.J. Watt provided a welcomed change for many. . Watt, a stand out defensive end for the Texans, made headlines for sending a letter of thanks and a bunch of pizzas to Houston-area firefighters and cops.

The Sporting News published the text of the letter on its website:

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HFD & HFP

I just wanted to send y'all a small token of my appreciation for everything you do. My Dad and Uncle were both firefighters, so I spent a lot of time around the firehouse when I was younger and gained a great deal of respect for both firefighters and the police [force] along the way.

Y'all show up day in and day out, never knowing what the day might hold and never getting enough thanks for what you do, yet you continue to put others before yourselves and save lives because of it.

As athletes, we often get the headlines and big crowds, but just like the men and women in our military, y'all are the ones who truly deserve the credit, appreciation and admiration. I know it's not much, but please enjoy lunch on me today. Thank you for all that you do!

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