Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson isn't overthinking things as he prepares

New England since a season-ending knee injury last November.The key to being successful this year is simple."Really just one thing Youth Minkah Fitzpatrick Jersey ," he said. "Be me. That's it."That approach helped Watson excel immediately as a rookie last season when he took over for Tom Savage at halftime of Houston's season opener.He made six starts after that and finished with 1,699 yards passing and 19 touchdowns before tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in practice in early November.His performance was a revelation for a team that has dealt with years of disappointment and inconsistency at quarterback, with the lowlight coming when the team signed Brock Osweiler to a $72 million contract in 2016 and traded him after just one tough season.This will be Watson's second trip to New England after he and the Texans came up just short in a 36-33 loss there last year. Watson, who was the 12th overall pick in last year's draft, threw for 301 yards and two touchdowns, but what he remembers most about that game are the two interceptions he threw."We had the opportunity to put the game away and we didn't," he said. "Left too much time for Tom Brady. The interception I threw early on in the game. That was pretty much it."Coach Bill O'Brien wasn't surprised that Watson handled himself well in the tough environment in New England after he starred for Clemson while leading the Tigers to a national championship in the 2016 season."From the time that he arrived here ... he had really good poise, very smart guy," O'Brien said. "This guy had beaten Alabama in the national championship game in front of 100,000 people on national television and almost did it the year before. I don't think there was ever going to be any stage too big for him."Though Watson's rookie season was cut short, his injury didn't end his learning and development. He was at the stadium almost every day, watching film and talking to coaches and players to try and get better."When you get injured as a rookie, that's a tough deal," O'Brien said. "He approached it in a very professional manner. He got his rehab done. He would study tape. He's been with us out on the field ever since the offseason program started on April 18. He's worked diligently to get back to where he is right now."Star receiver DeAndre Hopkins has dealt with a revolving door at quarterback White Bobby McCain Jersey , including playing with four different ones last season, since he was drafted in 2013. After what Watson did in limited work last year, Hopkins can't wait to see what's next for the 22-year-old."I'm very excited," Hopkins said. "I think everybody is, not just myself. He's shown improvement, he's matured a lot since last year."Watson isn't concerned about his surgically repaired knee holding up after performing well after having the same surgery on the other knee in 2014.He looked good in limited action in the preseason, but questions about his health will remain until Sunday when he plays a full game for the first time in more than 10 months."(I) don't worry about it," he said. "I trust my preparation that I've put in, trust the rehab and the things I did over the summer to get back to this point and just go out there and cut it loose." The Miami Dolphins pulled through in a wild victory over the NFC North leading Bears last weekend. The team’s offense finally started rolling behind backup quarterback Brock Osweiler and speedy pass catcher Albert Wilson, both of whom made big plays when it mattered most.The Dolphins defense, however, started hot in the first half, allowing zero points before nearly collapsing over the final two quarters. The secondary allowed wide receiver Taylor Gabriel to get behind them far too often, and jitterbug Tarik Cohen made the linebacking corps look like they were running through Jell-o. Will the Dolphins be able to stop an equally capable NFC North passing attack and their impressive young deep threat?Each week of the 2018 season White Vincent Taylor Jersey , I’m highlighting one player on the opposing team that Dolphins fans should be watching out for. This week, that player is Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay.Fact CheckPosition: WRExperience: 2nd seasonAge: 24Height/Weight: 6’4”, 213 lbsCollege: Northern IllonoisStat ReviewNow midway through his second season in the NFL, Golladay has exploded onto the scene in Detroit. Despite the Lions having a duo of very capable receivers in Marvin Jones Jr. and Golden Tate, Golladay’s talent and big play flare has demanded a large share in an offense quarterbacked by franchise passer Matthew Stafford. After playing just 11 games (five starts) in his rookie campaign, Golladay has started all five games for the Lions this season, and he’ll no doubt retain his big role moving forward.Through those first five games, Golladay has recorded 27 receptions, 428 receiving yards (three yards behind team leader Tate), and three touchdowns. He’s also averaging a robust 15.9 yards per catch, showing that he is a dangerous weapon down the field.Key MatchupsThe Miami defense has taken some hits so far this season in the form of injuries. In the secondary, the most impactful of those has been Bobby McCain’s knee injury which has kept him out for multiple games. With McCain out, backup Torry McTyer has been the primary fill-in on the perimeter, and though McTyer has clear talent and potential White Jakeem Grant Jersey , he let Gabriel beat him on multiple deep shots last week.McCain is questionable to rejoin the lineup this Sunday, and if he’s fully healthy, his return would be a huge boost for Miami’s defense. With Minkah Fitzpatrick manning the slot, it will be up to the Dolphins boundary corners to handle Golladay and Jones, both of whom have the speed and size to make plays downfield. Whenever Miami’s top corner, Xavien Howard, is covering Jones, it will be up to either McCain or McTyer to stifle Golladay, and either one will certainly have their hands full. Given how dynamic and talented Detroit’s wideouts are, the Dolphins will surely dedicate some safety help towards defending the pass as well, so count on seeing plenty of Reshad Jones and T.J. McDonald helping out in coverage.