J.J. Watt’s Emotional Return to Houston
Before Sunday’s game between his former team, the Houston Texans, and the Jacksonville Jaguars, CBS Sports announcer J.J. Watt, 36, shared a heartfelt moment on the field at NRG Stadium with his 3-year-old son, Koa. Watt played for the Texans for ten seasons, making this return especially meaningful.
“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.”
J.J. Watt’s Career with the Texans
- Drafted 11th overall in the 2011 NFL Draft from Wisconsin
- Played ten seasons for Houston as a defensive end
- Named Defensive Player of the Year three times
- Earned First-team All-Pro honors five times
Recent Career Moves and Health Challenges
After the 2020 season, Watt requested his release from the Texans and signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals. He suffered a shoulder injury midway through the 2021 season and underwent surgery. In October 2022, Watt revealed he experienced atrial fibrillation and underwent a procedure to restore his heart rhythm.
“Had my heart shocked back into rhythm.”
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Author's Summary
J.J. Watt's return to Houston was marked by a touching family moment on the field, reflecting his celebrated career and resilience through health challenges.