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http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-texans-mwilliams&prov=ap&type=lgns
HOUSTON (AP)Mario Williams isnt comfortable as the face of the Houston Texans. The defensive end is so uneasy with the notion he pretends not to notice.
I really dont pay much attention to it, he said. You know I dont watch TV or read newspapers or magazines.
When pressed, he continued: I dont have to know that. Im just here to play ball and be part of the team.
Like it or not, last years 14-sack season has made Williams this relatively anonymous teams biggest star. Now the Texans are waiting to see how the top overall pick in 2006 will follow it up.
Williams made a big jump last season after having 4 1/2 sacks as a rookie while playing through a painful foot ailment. Houston defensive coordinator Richard Smith expects even more in 2008.
Hes a lot more disruptive than a year ago, Smith said. He finished the year strong, which, I think, means more confidence. And, in turn, I think hes going to have more success than he had a year ago. Im not just talking about sacks; Im talking about hurries on the quarterback and disruptive plays.