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Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker TJ Watt was hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lung, the team announced Thursday.
Watt, 31, will not practice Thursday and his status for the team’s game against the Miami Dolphins on Monday is in doubt. The team said head coach Mike Tomlin will provide further updates at the appropriate time.
Watt has played every game this season for the Steelers and losing him for any amount of time would be a huge blow.
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Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker TJ Watt (90) stands on the field before the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on September 21, 2025. (Brian Fluharty/Image Images)
The Steelers, who took sole possession of first place in the AFC North with their 27-22 victory over the Baltimore Ravens last week, are 7-6 and fighting for a playoff spot. The 31-year-old is an important part of the team’s defense.
In 13 games this season, Watt has seven sacks, three forced fumbles and 53 total tackles. The former Wisconsin star has made the Pro Bowl in each of the last seven seasons.
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Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker TJ. Watt (90) celebrates during the NFL football game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park Stadium in Dublin, Sunday, September 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)
Watt was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2021 after recording 22.5 sacks. The four-time first-team All-Pro has been runner-up for the award in two other seasons.
For his career, Watt has recorded 115 sacks and 36 forced fumbles in 134 games and is constantly around the quarterback.
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The Dolphins, who have won their last four games, are also in the hunt for a playoff berth. They are 6-7 on the season after a slow start and have their eyes on a wild card berth, as they mathematically can’t catch the New England Patriots (11-2) to win the AFC East.
The Steelers and Dolphins will play in the pivotal AFC showdown at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday.
