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Wade Woodaz returns interception 80 yards for touchdown in preseason game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:23 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Wade Woodaz returns interception 80 yards for touchdown in preseason game

Summary

Wade Woodaz, former Clemson linebacker, scored an 80-yard pick-six during the Houston Texans' preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders on August 22, 2026. The rookie intercepted a pass from 2026 No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza, contributing to a 14-0 lead for the Texans in the first quarter. This play highlights Woodaz's capability to make impactful defensive plays, a skill he showcased at Clemson, where he excelled in multiple defensive categories. As a fourth-round draft pick, Woodaz aims to secure a significant role in the Texans' defense.

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By the Numbers

•Wade Woodaz scores on an 80-yard interception return.
•The Texans lead 14-0 against the Raiders in the first quarter.
•Fernando Mendoza, the top 2026 draft pick, threw the interception.
•Woodaz was a notable defender during his time at Clemson.
•He was selected in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

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5:23 PMYahoo Sports — Former Clemson standout goes 80-yards for pick-six on 2026 No. 1 pick

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Former Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz has made his presence known in the preseason snagging a pick six on 2026 No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza.
— Yahoo Sports

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