T.J. Watt Fantasy LB
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| Height / Weight | 6'4" / 252 lbs. |
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| Date of Birth (Age) | Oct 11, 1994(28) |
| College | Wisconsin |
| Experience | 3 Years |
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T.J. Watt NEWS
T.J. Watt Will Play In Week 14
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt (ribs) has been removed from the team's final injury report and will suit up for a Week 14 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. Watt was initially listed as questionable with a rib injury but has been upgraded after logging two limited practices this week. It goes without saying that the reigning Defensive Player of the Year's presence improves the outlook of the Steelers' defense on Sunday. He will look to make things difficult for Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley, who is in line to make his first start of the season in place of an injured Lamar Jackson (knee).
Dec 10, 2022 • 9:16 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Questionable For Week 13
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt (ribs) is listed as questionable to play in Week 13 against the Atlanta Falcons. A must-start linebacker in IDP fantasy formats, Watt may not be available this weekend. The 28-year-old has played at least 80 percent of the defensive snaps since returning from Injured Reserve in the last three games. In the Monday night win over the Indianapolis Colts, Watt posted three tackles (two solo) and a forced fumble. Fantasy managers will have to check back Sunday morning to see if he's active, and you'll need a backup LB option in case he's not cleared.
Dec 2, 2022 • 8:19 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Returning In Week 10, Won't Be On Snap Count
Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) said he will play in Week 10 against the New Orleans Saints and doesn't expect to be on a snap count. Pittsburgh will likely officially activate Watt from the Injured Reserve on Saturday. The 28-year-old reigning Defensive Player of the Year will be a gigantic boost to the Steelers defense against a Saints offense that isn't scaring anyone. Watt is an absolute game-wrecker with an endless motor on defense, and he should be returned to starting IDP lineups immediately. Before getting hurt in the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals, he had six solo tackles, a sack, three tackles for loss, a QB hit, two passes defensed and an interception. The dude can do it all.
Nov 12, 2022 • 6:13 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Won't Play In Week 8
Pittsburgh Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt (pectoral, knee) was not activated from injured reserve and therefore will not play against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 8, according to Brooke Pryor of ESPN. Watt has been out since Week 1 when he totaled one sack, one interception, and six tackles. The Steelers still have more than two weeks to activate him, so there's no reason to rush him back before he's healthy. With Pittsburgh on bye next week, Watt's next chance to return will come against the Saints in Week 10.
Oct 30, 2022 • 1:21 AM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Designated To Return From Injured Reserve
The Pittsburgh Steelers designated linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) to return from Injured Reserve on Wednesday, opening up a 21-day window for the team to officially activate him. Watt returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since being put on IR on Sept. 15 after suffering a pectoral injury against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. If the reigning Defensive Player of the Year is available in your IDP league, pick him up now and stash him immediately. Watt is a game-wrecker when healthy, and he had a sack and an interception before getting hurt in the season opener. He tied the NFL record in a single season in 2021 with 22.5 sacks and has led the league in sacks in two straight seasons.
Oct 27, 2022 • 3:26 AM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Undergoes Knee Surgery
Pittsburgh Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt (pectoral) underwent knee surgery to "clean up a preseason injury that lingered into the regular season," according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year was already recovering from a torn pectoral muscle that was expected to sideline him for six weeks, but the knee operation will likely delay his return even further. Schefter notes that Watt might not get back on the field until after the Steelers' Week 9 bye.
Oct 9, 2022 • 1:14 AM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Officially Lands On Injured Reserve
The Pittsburgh Steelers officially placed linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) on Injured Reserve on Thursday and signed outside linebacker David Anenih to the 53-man roster in a corresponding move. Anenih was on the Tennessee Titans practice squad before joining the Steelers. Watt and the Steelers initially believed he suffered a season-ending torn pectoral muscle in the Week 1 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals, but after receiving multiple medical opinions, it was determined he could avoid surgery and return later this year. Fantasy managers in IDP leagues need to keep the 27-year-old reigning Defensive Player of the Year stashed. Watt will miss at least the next four games, but he's expected to need around six weeks to recover from a partially torn left pec.
Sep 15, 2022 • 4:17 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Expected To Be Placed On Injured Reserve
The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to place linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) on the injured reserve this week. He was already ruled out for Week 2 against the New England Patriots and is set to miss at least the next four games. The 27-year-old won't require surgery for his torn left pectoral muscle and is expected to be sidelined for around six weeks. Fantasy managers in IDP fantasy formats need to stash Watt for now. Pittsburgh is signing linebacker David Anenih to their 53-man roster off of the Titans practice squad in a corresponding move.
Sep 15, 2022 • 1:20 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Could Be Able To Return In Six Weeks
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) suffered a torn pec muscle in the team's Week 1 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, but he will not require surgery, according to Ian Rapoport. Watt did not tear the tendon, which is why there is optimism that the reigning Defensive Player of the Year could return in as little as six weeks. Considering many thought this would be a season-ending injury, this seems like the best-case scenario for the stud pass-rusher. In his absence, Malik Reed figures to have an increased role after being acquired from the Denver Broncos prior to the start of the season. Reed has started 34 games in Denver and has accumulated 15 sacks, 124 tackles (74 solo) and three forced fumbles.
Sep 13, 2022 • 6:19 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Ruled Out For Week 2
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has ruled out linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) for the team's Week 2 contest against the New England Patriots. "I can definitively say that TJ won't play this week, but I won't make any commitments beyond that. We're encouraged," Tomlin said. The Steelers and Watt feared that he tore his pectoral late in the Week 1 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals, but after consulting with multiple doctors since Sunday, it's looking more likely that the 27-year-old reigning Defensive Player of the Year may play again in 2022. If Watt doesn't need surgery, he has a chance at returning in around six weeks. Fantasy managers in IDP fantasy formats need to stash Watt for now, as he proved again in Week 1 that he's one of the best linebackers in the game.
Sep 13, 2022 • 4:47 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Could Return In Six Weeks
Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt (pectoral) got some good news on his pectoral injury on Monday. It is believed that Watt will not need surgery and the injury will not end his season, although he is still getting additional medical opinions. Watt could be able to return to the field in as few as six weeks, although the Steelers are likely to place him on the short-term injured reserve in the meantime. The star pass rusher had a big game in Week 1 before the injury, notching six tackles, a sack, and an interception. Watt's timeline for a return should become clearer in the next few weeks.
Sep 13, 2022 • 1:36 AM | RotoBallerSteelers, T.J. Watt Evaluating Their Options
Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) is undergoing an MRI exam on Monday to determine the severity of a pectoral injury that he suffered late in the Week 1 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The Steelers fear that Watt tore his pectoral, but we may not know for sure until he seeks multiple opinions from doctors. If Watt needs surgery, it would be season-ending, but if he avoids going under the knife, there's a chance he could choose to rehab in hopes of returning in a couple weeks. Losing the reigning Defensive Player of the Year would be a huge blow to the Steelers defense, so stay tuned. The 27-year-old was a game-wrecker before getting injured on Sunday, recording a sack, six solo tackles (three for loss), an interception and a pass defensed.
Sep 12, 2022 • 8:39 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Believed To Have Suffered Torn Pectoral
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) was injured in the fourth quarter of the divisional showdown with Cincinnati. After landing a hit on Joe Burrow, the 27-year-old announced, "I tore my pec," as he ran over to the sidelines. Undoubtedly, the Steelers are hoping for positive news, primarily since Watt finished last season with 22.5 sacks. However, if it is a pec tear, his year is done. He is scheduled to undergo scans on Monday, although IDP managers should brace themselves for the worst.
Sep 11, 2022 • 8:50 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Restructures Contract
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt has agreed to restructure his current contract with the team, creating $6.75 million in cap space. This move will provide the club with added flexibility entering the season. The 27-year-old is one of the best in the game, coming off a career-high 22.5 sacks in 2021, earning him the Defensive Player of The Year Award. Watt is an integral piece of the defense and projects to have another big year.
Sep 7, 2022 • 12:10 PM | RotoBallerT.J. Watt Leaves Early During Preseason Finale
Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt (knee) was unable to finish Sunday's preseason finale against the Detroit Lions. The superstar pass rusher was hit low on a block from T.J. Hockenson. Luckily, Watt was able to get off the field under his own power. At first glance, this doesn't seem to be a serious injury. The organization should give more information within the next few days. The good news is, Watt will have two weeks to rest and recover before the regular season begins. It's worth noting that the Steelers defense would take a significant hit if Watt is forced to miss time during the regular season.
Aug 28, 2022 • 10:24 PM | RotoBaller
