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T.J. Watt Has Surgery for Partially Collapsed Lung, Out for Dolphins Game

His brother said the injury followed a dry‑needling treatment at the team facility, and he is expected to return this season though the timeline remains unclear.

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Dec 7, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) chases down Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
T.J. Watt #90 of the Pittsburgh Steelers warms up prior to the game against the Buffalo Bills at Acrisure Stadium on November 30, 2025 in Pittsburgh, United States. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Dec 7, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) warms up before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Overview

  • T.J. Watt was hospitalized Wednesday after lung discomfort at the Steelers' facility and underwent surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung before being released Friday.
  • Coach Mike Tomlin ruled Watt out for Monday night’s game against Miami and said the linebacker is home resting after the procedure.
  • J.J. Watt said the issue occurred after a dry‑needling session, and multiple outlets previously reported the problem arose during treatment at the facility.
  • The NFLPA has been in touch with Watt and his representatives as questions about the treatment and oversight draw scrutiny.
  • NFL Network insiders report Watt is expected to play again this season, while Pittsburgh must lean on Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and rookie Jack Sawyer with the team 7-6 in a tight AFC North race.