Overview
- T.J. Watt underwent surgery Thursday to repair a partially collapsed lung caused by a dry needling session and was released from the hospital Friday, according to J.J. Watt and the team.
- Head coach Mike Tomlin officially ruled Watt out for Monday night’s game against the Dolphins and provided no firm timetable for his return.
- NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the Steelers are hopeful Watt could be back in Week 16 against the Lions, while ESPN’s Adam Schefter called that turnaround challenging.
- Pittsburgh plans to lean on Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and rookie Jack Sawyer to cover edge duties in Watt’s absence.
- Veteran lineman Cam Heyward said Watt is disappointed to miss the game but stressed a health-first approach and urged teammates to step up.