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J.J. Watt, born Justin James Watt on March 22, 1989, in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, is widely regarded as one of the greatest defensive linemen in NFL history
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. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing 288 pounds, Watt played college football for the Central Michigan Chippewas and the Wisconsin Badgers before being drafted by the Houston Texans in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft
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Watt’s career with the Texans was nothing short of spectacular. He earned the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award three times (2012, 2014, and 2015), a feat only matched by Lawrence Taylor
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. He also made five Pro Bowls and was named to the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
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. Watt’s incredible performance on the field included 114.5 sacks, 27 forced fumbles, and 70 pass deflections over his career
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In 2021, Watt signed with the Arizona Cardinals, where he continued to showcase his talent, adding another 12.5 sacks in the 2022 season
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. Despite his success, Watt announced his retirement after the 2022 season, citing the physical toll the game had taken on his body
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However, rumors of his return have been swirling recently
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. Watt made a bet with Burnley F.C. goalkeeper James Trafford that if Trafford didn’t concede a goal for the rest of the season, Watt would come out of retirement to play for the Cincinnati Bengals
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. With Burnley keeping a clean sheet in five matches since the bet, Watt’s potential return has fans buzzing
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Watt’s impact on the game extends beyond his on-field performance. He is known for his philanthropic efforts, including raising millions of dollars for Hurricane Harvey relief and other charitable causes
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. His dedication to helping others has earned him the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award in 2017
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Off the field, Watt enjoys a quieter life, spending time with his family and pursuing other interests
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. He is the older brother of T.J. Watt, who plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Derek Watt, who played as a fullback in the NFL
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en.wikipedia.org
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Athlon Sports | MSN
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Bengals Wire