Jj Watt

J.J. Watt has transitioned from an elite NFL defensive end to a respected football analyst, leveraging his professional experience and widespread recognition. After being drafted by the Houston Texans as the 11th overall pick in the first round of the 2011 NFL draft, J.J. Watt immediately established himself as one of the most dominant defensive players in NFL history.

Notably, in 2014, Watt made history by catching three touchdown passes while playing on offense and became the only player in NFL history to record multiple 20-sack seasons, achieving this in both 2012 and 2014. Beyond his on-field achievements, Watt’s philanthropic efforts were recognized nationally in 2017 when he raised over $40 million for Hurricane Harvey relief, leading to him receiving the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award and co-recognition as Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year. Following his storied career with the Texans, Watt joined the Arizona Cardinals from 2021 to 2022, concluding a remarkable 12-season NFL career with his retirement at the end of the 2022 season. His legacy with the Houston Texans was further cemented with his induction into the Houston Texans Ring of Honor in 2023.

Since retiring from professional football, Watt has successfully transitioned into a broadcasting career, joining CBS Sports as a respected football analyst. He initially served as a studio analyst on ‘The NFL Today,’ providing expert commentary and insights. Starting in the 2025 season, Watt is slated to join Ian Eagle on the network’s #2 game announcing team, further expanding his presence and influence within the sports media landscape.