Former Clemson standout goes 80-yards for pick-six on 2026 No. 1 pick

Former Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz made a memorable tackle during a preseason game on Thursday, intercepting a pass thrown by Las Vegas' Fernando Mendoza and returning it an impressive 80 yards for a touchdown. The play, which put the Houston Texans ahead 14-0 in the opening quarter, was a significant moment for a player hoping to establish himself in the Texans' defense.

Woodaz, who had been a consistent presence for Clemson, had played in 51 games and started 30 of them by the time his Clemson tenure concluded. This rookie, selected in the fourth round by Houston, was finally given a chance to showcase his skills, and he didn't disappoint with his remarkable 80-yard return. This touchdown was yet another demonstration of Woodaz's playmaking abilities, which he had previously displayed at Clemson, including returning an interception for a score.