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The brother of Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker TJ Watt, former NFL star JJ Watt, posted Friday that his brother underwent successful surgery to stabilize and repair a partially collapsed lung he suffered on Wednesday.
JJ posted on X that his brother suffered a collapsed lung after a dry puncture at the Steelers training complex.
The former Houston Texans star said his brother will be released from the hospital on Friday and his recovery time has not yet been determined.
“He and his family greatly appreciate everyone’s kind words and well wishes,” JJ said in his post.
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Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker TJ Watt watches the action against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Nov. 2, 2025. (Barry Reeger/Image Images)
TJ Watt was hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lung, the team announced Thursday.
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin ruled Watt out for the team’s game against the Miami Dolphins on Monday. Watt has played every game this season for the Steelers and losing him is a big blow.
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.
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Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker TJ Watt is on the field before a game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on Sept. 21, 2025. (Brian Fluharty/Image Images)
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.
Watt was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2021 after recording 22½ 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 eye on a wild card spot because they mathematically can’t catch the New England Patriots (11-2) to win the AFC East.
The Steelers and Dolphins play in a pivotal AFC showdown at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday.
