Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker and the NFL's all-time sack leader among active players, whose ferocious pass-rushing ability and relentless effort have earned him multiple Defensive Player of the Year awards.
T.J. Watt is the Pittsburgh Steelers' dominant edge rusher who tied Michael Strahan's NFL single-season sack record with 22.5 in 2021, earning him the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. The younger brother of J.J. Watt, he has proven himself every bit as dominant, earning multiple All-Pro selections. His combination of speed, hand technique, and motor make him the most feared pass rusher in the AFC.
Best Known For
Defensive Player of the Year 2x (2021, 2024)
Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- Defensive Player of the Year 2x (2021, 2024)
- Pro Bowl 6x
- All-Pro 5x
- Super Bowl LVI (runner-up)
- NFL single-season sacks record (22.5, 2021)
Career Journey
Timeline
1989
👶 Born in Nacogdoches, USA
🏟️ Pittsburgh Steelers
🏆 Defensive Player of the Year 2x (2021, 2024)
🏆 Pro Bowl 6x
🏆 All-Pro 5x
🏆 Super Bowl LVI (runner-up)
🏆 NFL single-season sacks record (22.5, 2021)