J.J. Watt Shares Special Moment at Houston's NRG Stadium
J.J. Watt enjoyed a heartfelt return to Houston on Sunday at NRG Stadium, where he spent a decade as a dominant defensive end for the Texans. Now a CBS Sports announcer, the 36-year-old shared a touching moment on the field with his 3-year-old son, Koa.
“It was the best. This was such a cool morning for me to have my wife, Kealia, and my son, Koa, out on the field. Obviously, so many memories in this building, so many great throwbacks, and to see him [Koa] run into that end zone, the same one I’ve run into before, just unbelievable feeling this morning.”
Watt’s Houston Legacy
- Drafted 11th overall by the Texans in the 2011 NFL Draft from Wisconsin
- Named Defensive Player of the Year three times during his ten seasons in Houston
- Earned First-team All-Pro honors five times
Recent Career and Health Challenges
After the 2020 season, Watt requested his release from Houston and signed a two-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. During the 2021 season, he suffered a shoulder injury requiring surgery. In October 2022, Watt revealed he experienced atrial fibrillation and needed to have his heart shocked back into rhythm.
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Author's Summary
J.J. Watt’s emotional return to Houston reflects his impactful career with the Texans and his resilience through recent health battles, sharing a memorable moment with his young son on the field he once dominated.
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