Tagged: J.J. Watt (25 Results)
Around the NFL: Hits just keep coming
This injury stuff is getting ridiculous. We’re a third of the way into the season, and we’ve already got more than enough key injuries to key players to last the entire year. A 1 thru 32 ranking of each team’s most significant injury. more »
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Texans lose Watt, Mercilus to season-ending injuries
The Houston Texans lost defensive end J.J. WATT and outside linebacker WHITNEY MERCILIS for the season after both suffered injuries in Sunday night’s game against Kansas City. Watt suffered a fractured… More tibial plateau in his left knee while Mercilus suffered a torn pectoral muscle. It will be hard for the Texans fantasy defense, as well as the real version, to overcome these significant injuries. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
J.J. Watt says injured finger is “pretty messed up”
Houston Texans defensive end J.J. WATT re-injured his finger in Thursday night’s game against Cincinnati. Watt previously said the finger was “pretty messed up” and that he was scared to take… More his glove off for fear of what he might find. Watt also added that the finger was “still attached” and he did manage 6 tackles in Thursday’s game, so there’s that. As bad as the injury sounds, it doesn’t appear that it will keep Watt out of action. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Defensive Notes: Watt is up, and the Khalil Mack controversy
The most recent defensive players of the year in the NFL top our IDP rankings. J.J. Watt, seemingly healthy, is back in the No. 1 spot. Khalil Mack slips behind him. Depending who you ask and what the eligibility rules are in your particular fantasy league, even that might be way too high. more »
T.J. Watt, Steelers defense shine in preseason opener
Pittsburgh rookie linebacker T.J. WATT, younger brother of Houston defensive star J.J. WATT, had 2 sacks in his NFL debut against the New York Giants on Friday night. Overall, the Steelers defense also played well in holding the Giants to four field goals.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
J.J. Watt to play in Texans preseason opener
Houston defensive end J.J. WATT is expected to play in the Texans first preseason game this week against the Carolina Panthers. It will be his first game action in nearly 11… More months after he sat out most of the 2016 season with a back injury. While Watt is expected to play only one series, his return to the field is great news for the Texans and his fantasy owners. Less
Source: NFL.com
Texans Clowney, Watt finally healthy
Houston Texans defensive stars JADEVEON CLOWNEY and J.J. WATT are finally healthy at the same time and looking forward to wreaking havoc on the NFL. Clowney has experienced a myriad of… More healthy issues in his first few seasons, while Watt missed most of last season due to back issues. Now that they are both healthy, they should anchor what could be one of the top fantasy defenses in the league in 2017. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
Watt feeling good, alters offseason workouts
Houston defensive star J.J. WATT underwent a pair of back surgeries last season but is recovering nicely and feeling very good. Watt is known for his intense offseason workouts but he… More has altered those workouts to be sure he does not overdo his exercise and rehab regimen. Watt is also confident that he will return to his previous form. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
Texans pick up Clowney’s fifth-year option
Houston picked up the fifth-year option on pass rusher JADEVEON CLOWNEY’s rookie contract, meaning he will remain a key part of the Texans defense for at least the next two years.… More With WHITNEY MERCILUS and J.J. WATT playing alongside Clowney, the Texans defense is likely to remain a fantasy force for the foreseeable future. Less
Source: NFL.com
Watt cleared for football activities
Houston star defensive end J.J. WATT said on Wednesday that he has been fully cleared to return to football activities. Watt is officially past the rehab process and will be able… More to join the Texans for their offseason program in April. Watt missed the last 13 games of the season after undergoing his second back surgery. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle