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Is J.J. Watt the Steelers’ answer to T.J. Watt’s Wild Card absence?
The defensive back for the Pittsburgh Steelers will be a significant loss in the postseason after leading the league with 19 sacks.
T.J. Watt, star defensive back of the Pittsburgh Steelers, was officially ruled out for the Super Wild Card Weekend game against the Buffalo Bills, as reported by head coach Mike Tomlin.
Trent Jordan Watt, to give him his full name, suffered a grade 2 sprain of the MCL in his knee during the Steelers’ game against the Ravens. Given this, his brother Justin James Watt - also better known by his initials - joked about filling in for his injured brother for the playoff game.
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J.J. Watt posted an edited photo on his social media wearing the Steelers jersey, with the caption: “think they’d notice?”
J.J. jokes about coming out of retirement?
J.J. retired from the NFL at the end of last season after establishing himsefl as one of the best defensive linemen in NFL history. His time with the Houston Texans and the Arizona Cardinals saw him wore his characteristic number ‘99′.
T.J. will be a significant loss for the Steelers defense as the player that has led the league with 19 sacks this season. The Pittsburgh Steelers - Buffalo Bills game is scheduled for this Sunday from Highmark Stadium starting at 1:00 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT.