Overview
- T.J. Watt practiced on a limited basis Wednesday and Thursday in his first sessions since surgery to repair a lung injury from a Dec. 10 dry-needling incident.
- Practice observers reported he avoided explosive movements and most pass-rush and tackling drills, focusing instead on conditioning work.
- Head coach Mike Tomlin declined to project Watt’s availability for Sunday and deferred medical details to team physicians.
- The Steelers are considering roster options based on division scenarios, with reports noting they could wait another week if circumstances reduce the urgency of a return.
- Teammate Alex Highsmith said Watt’s presence and leadership at practice have been a boost as he continues a cautious progression.