Overview
- T.J. Watt experienced lung discomfort at the Steelers’ facility Wednesday during treatment, not during practice, according to multiple reports.
- J. J. Watt said Friday that doctors repaired a partially collapsed lung sustained after a dry needling session, and that T.J. was being released from the hospital.
- NFL Network reporting indicates the issue has been fixed and requires rest, making Watt unlikely to play Monday night against the Dolphins as the team lists his status in question.
- Coach Mike Tomlin described a lung situation under evaluation and the NFL Players Association has been in contact with Watt and his representation.
- Pittsburgh is 7-6 and leading the AFC North; Watt has 7 sacks this season, and if he sits, edge snaps are expected to shift to Nick Herbig and others.