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J.J. Watt surprises 12-year-old singer following incredible national anthem

James Dator
James Dator has been covering a wide range of sports for SB Nation for over a decade, with a special focus on the NFL.

Nicholas Connors is one of the best national anthem singers you’ll ever hear. The 12-year-old has become a staple at Houston sporting events, and J.J. Watt was moved so much he had to leave his seat at the Rockets’ playoff game and surprise him.

The Texans’ defensive end is trying to meet up with Nicholas. Help him out, Internet!

What kind of national anthem could move All-Pro defensive players to rush and find them? Video hasn’t surfaced of Tuesday night’s anthem, but this video from a Rockets’ game in November 2014 proves why.

h/t @PatDStat

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SB Nation presents: J.J. Watt would have no time for these performances

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