TJ Watt, Steelers star, hospitalized for lung injury

Pittsburgh – The Pittsburgh Steelers have reported that their outstanding defensive player, Trent Jordan (TJ) Watt, was hospitalized due to a lung injury suffered during team practices. The team issued an official statement this Thursday, explaining the situation of their defensive star.

“TJ Watt is currently at a local hospital for a medical evaluation of his lung after experiencing discomfort at the training facilities. Coach Mike Tomlin will offer more details in due course,” reported the Steelers.

Official statement from the Pittsburgh Steelers

Watt, 31, has been a fundamental piece in the Steelers’ defense since his arrival in the 2017 Draft. Throughout his career, he has achieved significant individual and collective accomplishments.

• Seven Pro Bowl selections
• Four All-Pro designations

The player shares the record for most sacks in a season with Michael Strahan, with 22.5, establishing himself as one of the most outstanding defensive players in the NFL. In the current season, Watt has 53 tackles and seven sacks in 13 games. Watt’s participation in the upcoming match against the Miami Dolphins is uncertain. The team has confirmed that Watt will be absent from training while under medical observation, which casts doubt on his participation in Monday night’s game. Throughout his nine seasons in the NFL, Watt has proven to be a productive and consistent player.

• 515 tackles
• 115 captures
• 36 forced fumbles
• 14 recovered
• Eight interceptions
• 56 passes defended
• One defensive touchdown in 134 games

In addition to the record for sacks, Watt holds the record for most seasons leading the league in sacks (3) and is the only player to achieve this in consecutive years.