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Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker TJ Watt was hospitalized after experiencing lung discomfort, 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 question. The team said head coach Mike Tomlin will provide more updates at the appropriate time.
Watt has played every game this season for the Steelers, and losing him for any length of time would be a big 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/Imagn Images)
The Steelers, who became sole holders 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 a major part of the team’s defense.
In 13 games this season, Watt had 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 match between the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park Stadium, 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 was a finalist for the award in two other seasons.
Over the course of his career, Watt has recorded 115 sacks and 36 forced fumbles in 134 games and is constantly alongside the quarterback.
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The Dolphins, who have won their last four games, are also in the hunt for a playoff spot. They’re 6-7 this season after a slow start and have their sights set on clinching a wild card spot, as they can’t mathematically catch the New England Patriots (11-2) to win the AFC East.
The Steelers and Dolphins will compete in the crucial AFC matchup at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday.
