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The brother of Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker TJ Watt, former NFL star JJ Watt, posted Friday that his brother successfully underwent surgery to stabilize and repair a partially collapsed lung he suffered on Wednesday.
JJ posted to X that his brother suffered a collapsed lung after dry needling at the Steelers training complex.
The former Houston Texans star said his brother was being released from the hospital Friday and his recovery time was not yet determined.
“He and his family greatly appreciate everyone’s kind words and best 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 November 2, 2025. (Barry Reeger/Imagn Images)
TJ Watt was hospitalized after experiencing lung discomfort, 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 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.
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Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker TJ Watt stands on the field before a game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts on September 21, 2025. (Brian Fluharty/Imagn Images)
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.
Watt was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2021 after recording 22½ 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 because they can’t mathematically catch the New England Patriots (11-2) to win the AFC East.
The Steelers and Dolphins will play a crucial AFC game at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday.
