<p>TJ Watt is one of the best defensive players in Steelers history, but his biggest shortcoming is undoubtedly the lack of success in the playoffs. This was his response when asked what needs to change in the team to break their eight-year playoff win drought in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong>.</p>



<p><em>“I don’t know. We need to win football games. We need to find ways to stop the run and play effective defense and go from there, but, I don’t have all the answers as we sit here right now as to what needs to change.”</em></p>



<p>One of the big questions is what will happen with Mike Tomlin’s future. Everything seems to indicate that he will stay with the team, but 2025 might be the last call to finally make the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> true <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> contenders.</p>



<h2>Will Mike Tomlin stay with the Steelers?</h2>



<p><strong>Mike Tomlin</strong> will remain the head coach of the Steelers. His contract runs through the 2027 season, and the Rooney family has given no indication of considering a change. TJ Watt also believes that Tomlin is the ideal man to turn the situation around.</p>


        

        


<p><em>“Hard Knocks doesn’t even show what this guy means to this place. From a personal level and from a team level. We need to perform better. This city deserves it. This team deserves it. We just need to get it right. Tough conversations need to be had. We can’t keep doing the same thing and expect different results. That’s starting with myself. We’re going into the offseason with a lot of questions, but I also know there’ll be a lot of answers here in the next couple of weeks.”</em></p>


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<p>TJ Watt is one of the best defensive players in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong>, but after eight seasons with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong>, he has not come close to achieving his ultimate goal of competing for a championship.</p>



<p>The Steelers are in a historic crisis that has coincided with Watt’s tenure in Pittsburgh. Eight years without playoff victories and six consecutive postseason losses. Obviously, the blame isn’t on TJ, although, for many experts, the star didn’t have the necessary impact in the final stretch of 2024.</p>



<p>Now, with a massive contract extension looming, the big question is whether TJ Watt believes he can win a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> with the Steelers or if he is starting to consider the possibility of playing for a team that is a contender.</p>



<h2>Will TJ Watt get contract extension with Steelers?</h2>



<p><strong>TJ Watt</strong> will be entering the final year of his contract with the Steelers in 2025, and so far, the team’s front office has not shown any signs that negotiations have started. Despite the uncertainty, the linebacker sent a clear message about where he wants to play.</p>


        

        


<p><em>“I want to be a Pittsburgh Steeler. I don’t want to leave this place. I want to be part of the solution. I’ve put so much into it here. I’ve seen so many guys. I wat to help Cam Heyward get to where we need to get. I love the people here and that goes beyond just the coaches. It’s the fan base. It’s the community. We owe it to them to get it right and I want to be part of the solution. Not leave here and go somewhere else. It’s not my intention at all.”</em></p>


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<p>In <strong>2023</strong>, many believed that <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tj-watt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">T.J. Watt</a></strong> would be named <strong>Defensive Player of the Year</strong>. However, the <strong>NFL</strong> decided to give the <strong>award to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/myles-garrett" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Myles Garrett</a></strong>, and now the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> edge rusher has <strong>made something clear about it</strong>.</p>



<p>When the Steelers drafted T.J. Watt in 2017, there were many doubts about him. The <strong>younger</strong> <strong>brother of J.J. Watt</strong> had very high expectations to meet, as many thought it would be impossible for him to <strong>replicate his brother’s success in the NFL</strong>.</p>



<p>However, <strong>T.J. has not only lived up to those expectations but surpassed them</strong>. The edge rusher has delivered <strong>remarkable performances</strong> for the Steelers and is widely regarded as the biggest star of their strong defense.</p>



<h2>T.J. Watt sends message to Myles Garrett about their rivalry</h2>



<p>The <strong>AFC North</strong> boasts <strong>two of the best defensive players</strong> in the NFL. The <strong>Steelers</strong> rely on<strong> T.J. Watt</strong>, while the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cleveland Browns</a></strong> have a phenomenal pass rusher in <strong>Myles Garrett</strong>.</p>


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<p><strong>Both players entered</strong> the league in <strong>2017</strong>. <strong>Garrett</strong> joined the <strong>Browns</strong> as the <strong>first overall pick</strong>, while the <strong>Steelers selected Watt</strong> with the <strong>30th pick</strong> in the first round.</p>



<p>Despite their different draft positions, their careers have been <strong>closely compared</strong>. <strong>Watt has more forced fumbles and sacks than Garrett</strong> so far. He also has more Pro Bowl selections than the Browns player, but both <strong>share one significant accolade: Defensive Player of the Year</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Watt earned the DPOY title in 2021</strong> after an extraordinary season. <strong>Two years later</strong>, his impressive stats shocked everyone, but the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> awarded the honor to Myles Garrett</strong>, who recorded <strong>five fewer sacks</strong> than T.J.</p>



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<p>This decision sparked controversy throughout the league. Many believed that <strong>Watt’s</strong> incredible <strong>19 sacks</strong> should have <strong>easily secured him his second DPOY award</strong>. However, the <strong>NFL favored Garrett</strong>. Now, T.J. has sent a strong message to Myles about their alleged rivalry.</p>



<p><em>“I have <strong>respect for everybody</strong> in the league. Obviously, <strong>he’s a guy who has been a top pass rusher</strong> in the league for a long time,”</em> Watt said Wednesday, via video from Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. <em>“But<strong> I don’t compete directly against him</strong>. It’s our <strong>team versus their team</strong>, and at the end of the day, I just want the Pittsburgh Steelers to come out with a win.”</em></p>



<h2>Will T.J. Watt sign a new contract with the Steelers soon?</h2>



<p>In <strong>2021</strong>, T.J. Watt signed a <strong>four-year, $112 million contract extension</strong> with the Steelers. This deal runs through the 2025 season, raising questions about whether he will sign another extension soon.</p>


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<p><strong>He will be 31 years old when this current deal ends.</strong> For comparison, his <strong>brother J.J. retired at age 33</strong> after battling injuries throughout his career—something T.J. has largely avoided. For this reason, the <strong>Steelers are expected to offer him an extension</strong> as early as next offseason.</p>


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<p><strong>NFL</strong> Week 11 brings us one of the most anticipated matchups of the season. Both the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> and <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong> not only come in with winning records and are serious contenders in the <em>AFC North</em>, but they are also two teams that don’t exactly get along. <strong>TJ Watt</strong>, one of Mike Tomlin’s key players, revealed the plan to stop <strong>Lamar Jackson</strong> and his offense.</p>



<p>Both teams will be looking for their eighth win of the season. While the Steelers will do everything they can with the support of their home crowd at <em>Acrisure Stadium</em>, the visiting <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a> know they have one of the best offenses in the league, and that will be their key to securing the win.</p>



<p>When it comes to stopping the potential of Lamar Jackson and his teammates, no one really has the formula. In fact, few have been able to contain them after 10 weeks of the season. However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tj-watt">TJ Watt</a>, one of the most important players in Steelers’ defense, knows exactly how to limit their attacks.</p>



<p><em>“Make sure the schematics guys playing fast. Simple, defensive things like guys doing their job, trusting everybody to do their job and tackling. Tackling is huge. Being able to tackle the football, second guy in punches the ball, things like that,” </em>Watt stated to the press.</p>



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<h2>Russell Wilson and how to stop his opponent</h2>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/russell-wilson">Russell Wilson</a>, without a doubt one of the most talented and experienced players on Mike Tomlin’s roster, knows that they have a unique opportunity to establish themselves as contenders. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-steelers-russell-wilson-reveals-the-key-to-beating-lamar-jacksons-ravens">He revealed what the key will be to defeating the Ravens.</a></p>


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<p>“<em>The way we win it is by playing good, clean football. You do the things well that you do well already. You have to make clutch plays. They got guys on both sides of the ball that can make some great plays. We do, too. Every game is important, but division games carry more weight. We get to play in front of our fans, and that will be a great experience for us,”</em> Wilson stated according to the <em>Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241116_BUS_273794_Russell-Wilson-5-1024x576_37920620.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Russell Wilson" class="wp-image-256864" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Russell-Wilson-5.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers throws the ball during the first quarter against the New York Jets at Acrisure Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. </figcaption></figure>



<h2>Bill Belichick’s view on the classic showdown</h2>



<p>Bill Belichick, now away from the sidelines but still one of the most respected voices in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/bill-belichick-issues-strong-statement-on-the-rivalry-between-wilsons-steelers-and-jacksons-ravens">shared his thoughts on what this matchup represents for both the Steelers and the Ravens.</a></p>



<p><em>“<strong>The Ravens and the Steelers can’t stand each other. </strong>They don’t do Christmas cards. Those two teams, they do not like each other. This is really going to be an interesting game,”</em> former New England Patriots HC stated.</p>



<p>For both Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh, this will undoubtedly be a crucial matchup for each of their teams’ aspirations. A win could catapult them firmly into the playoff race, while a loss, on the other hand, will make their path much more uphill.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a></strong> is seeking a <strong>new defensive star</strong> following <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-donald" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aaron Donald’s</a> retirement</strong>. With a <strong>gap to fill</strong>, the former <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Rams</a></strong> player seems to <strong>have identified his successor</strong>.</p>



<p>If we talk about dominance in football, Aaron Donald is undoubtedly the first name that comes to mind. The defensive end had a <strong>remarkable career with the Rams</strong>, posing an absolute <strong>threat to all his rivals</strong>.</p>



<p>However, everything must come to an end. Earlier this year, <strong>Donald made the decision to retire</strong>, concluding a <strong>successful 10-year career</strong> in which he <strong>won a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowl</a></strong> with the Rams in 2022.</p>



<h2>Aaron Donald passes the baton to an outstanding player in the AFC</h2>



<p>Aaron Donald is arguably the <strong>standout player</strong> of the <strong>2014 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nfl-draft" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL Draft</a> class</strong>. The defensive tackle<strong> exceeded expectations</strong>, clinching the <strong>Defensive Player of the Year award four times</strong>.</p>


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<p>In 2022, Donald spearheaded the formidable defense of the Los Angeles Rams to a triumph in <strong>Super Bowl LVI</strong>. Two years later, he <strong>opted to retire</strong>, having nothing left to prove to anyone.</p>



<p>Nevertheless, Donald wants to stay connected with football. Now, everyone is <strong>searching for his successor</strong>, but the <strong>10-time Pro Bowler</strong> has already <strong>identified who that is</strong>.</p>



<p><strong><em>“If you wanna say that next guy, that defensive player, I would say right now it’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tj-watt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">T.J. Watt</a>,”</em></strong> Donald said on the ‘Green Light with Chris Long’ podcast. <em>“If you’re talking about that’s doing it year in, year out, <strong>consistently, that’s going to get you 15, 13, damn, 22 sacks</strong>. He’s the one that’s been doing it consistently.</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240405_BUS_116964_TJ-Watt-linebacker-of-the-Pittsburgh-Steelers-during-the-2023-NFL-season-1024x576_3223dc66.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="TJ Watt, linebacker of the Pittsburgh Steelers, during the 2023 NFL season" class="wp-image-84052" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/11/TJ-Watt-linebacker-of-the-Pittsburgh-Steelers-during-the-2023-NFL-season-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/11/TJ-Watt-linebacker-of-the-Pittsburgh-Steelers-during-the-2023-NFL-season-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/11/TJ-Watt-linebacker-of-the-Pittsburgh-Steelers-during-the-2023-NFL-season-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/11/TJ-Watt-linebacker-of-the-Pittsburgh-Steelers-during-the-2023-NFL-season-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/11/TJ-Watt-linebacker-of-the-Pittsburgh-Steelers-during-the-2023-NFL-season.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>TJ Watt, linebacker of the Pittsburgh Steelers, during the 2023 NFL season</figcaption></figure>



<p><em><strong>“Interceptions every year. Touchdowns. His stats are ridiculous every single year. I feel like he’s that guy to me.</strong> I know you’ve got Micah Parsons coming up. Myles Garrett. You’ve got a bunch of good players. But <strong>from the time I first saw T.J. Watt to the last year</strong>, he’s consistently been <strong>dominating in this league</strong>. Just a lot of respect for him, and I think he’s that guy.”</em></p>



<h2>Could T.J. Watt become the next Aaron Donald?</h2>



<p>Aaron Donald’s words ring true. <strong>T.J. Watt ente</strong>red the league in <strong>2017</strong> as the <strong>30th overall pick</strong>. In seven years, he has been <strong>selected to the Pro Bowl six times</strong>, won the <strong>Defensive Player of the Year once</strong>, and <strong>been the runner-up twice</strong>.</p>


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<p>Regarding his stats, Watt has definitely become an elite defensive end. In seven seasons, he has hegistered<strong> 96.5 sacks</strong>, <strong>seven interceptions</strong>, <strong>27 forced fumbles</strong>, and <strong>107 tackles for loss</strong>.</p>


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<p>The <strong>2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Awards</strong> stirred up <strong>controversy league-wide</strong>. Many fans believe <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tj-watt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">T.J. Watt</a> deserved the Defensive Player of the Year award</strong>, and his response after not winning it sends a clear message.</p>



<p>T.J. Watt has been an outstanding player for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> since joining the team in <strong>2017</strong>. He has consistently <strong>exceeded expectations</strong>, earning six Pro Bowl selections thus far.</p>



<p>In <strong>2021</strong>, Watt won the <strong>Defensive Player of the Year award</strong> for his exceptional season. This year, <strong>many expected him to repeat the feat</strong>, but the NFL surprised fans by awarding it to <strong>Myles Garrett instead</strong>.</p>



<h2>T.J. Watt is not comfortable with how the NFL decided the DPOY</h2>



<p>For seven years, T.J. Watt has been the best player of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He entered the league in 2017 as the <strong>30th pick in the first round</strong>, definitely surpassing all expectations placed on him.</p>


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<p>T.J. Watt, <strong>younger brother of NFL legend J.J. Watt</strong>, has excelled as a linebacker for the Steelers. Widely regarded as the <strong>best player at his position currently</strong>, the league decided to <strong>name <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/myles-garrett" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Myles Garrett</a> as the</strong> <strong>Defensive Player of the Year.</strong></p>



<p>During the 2024 NFL Awards, the league named <strong>Myles Garrett</strong> as the Defensive Player of the Year, surprising many, <strong>given that T.J. Watt had better statistics than the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Browns</a>‘ pass rusher</strong> in every aspect.</p>



<p>For this reason, Watt has decided to step in and send a strong message to the NFL. While the <strong>linebacker acknowledges the talent of other players</strong>, he seeks <strong>more clarity on the voting process</strong>.</p>



<p><strong><em>“I don’t have a problem with any players,”</em></strong> Watt said on “Pardon My Take,” via Steelers Depot.<em> “Everybody’s phenomenal. <strong>Myles [Garrett], Micah [Parsons], they’re great players</strong>. Don’t get me wrong.<strong> It’s just that the voting. I want more clarity on how that all comes.</strong>“</em></p>



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<p>Watt added that, while he seeks success with his team, these type of awards are his legacy. <strong><em>“It’s not why we play, but it comes along with it,”</em></strong> the six-time Pro Bowler said.</p>



<h2>What were T.J. Watt’s numbers during the 2023 NFL Season?</h2>



<p>As mentioned earlier, T.J. Watt had a remarkable year with the Steelers. He finished second in the voting for the Defensive Player of the Year award, behind Browns’ pass rusher Myles Garrett.</p>


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<p>Watt’s numbers were solid enough to name him the DPOY of the 2023 season. He  had <strong>one interception for 24 yards</strong>, <strong>three fumbles recovered</strong>, <strong>one touchdown</strong>, <strong>19 sacks</strong>, <strong>19 tackles for loss</strong>, and <strong>36 quarterback hits</strong>.</p>


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<p><strong>TJ Watt</strong> and the <strong>Pittsburgh Steelers</strong> have a 3-2 record and lead the AFC North. Though their offense has been struggling, the defense is one of the best in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong> taking over crucial divisional games against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns">Cleveland Browns</a></strong> and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong>.</p>



<p>As it’s been a tradition, the numbers of Watt are just remarkable with eight sacks and two forced fumbles in only five games. If he keeps that pace, a new record in the league might be coming.</p>


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<p>However, in a shocking turn of events, the star linebacker has to deal with an injury before the bye week for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a></strong>. The big question is if this problem for <strong>TJ Watt</strong> might derail the team’s <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> hopes. </p>



<h2>TJ Watt is injured with the Pittsburgh Steelers</h2>



<p>According to a report from Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport, <strong>TJ Watt</strong> tore multiple ligaments in one of his fingers and dislocated it during the victory against the Ravens.</p>


        

        


<p>However, the linebacker popped it back in and, believe it or not, he returned to the game with <strong>Baltimore</strong> and secured the win. Furthermore, Watt won’t miss any time.</p>


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<p>The information points out that <strong>TJ Watt</strong> might need surgery after the season, but, right now, the star’s priority is to lead Pittsburgh in another championship run. Their next rivals are the <strong>Rams</strong>, Jaguars, Titans and <strong>Packers</strong>. </p>

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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Pittsburgh Steelers</strong> </a>can always count on <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/steelers-hc-mike-tomlin-believes-there-are-aliens-playing-for-other-nfl-teams-20221005-0046.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike Tomlin’</a></strong>s expertise. He’s one of the<strong> finest tacticians in the </strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>National Football League</strong>,</a> especially when he’s an underdog.</p>



<p>Tomlin’s cover letter has always been <strong>his stout defense</strong>. The Steelers’ offense has struggled for the past four or five years, yet they continue to avoid having losing seasons.</p>



<p>And according to <strong>star pass rusher <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/mike-tomlin-explains-why-tj-watt-is-the-defensive-player-of-the-year-20201230-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TJ Watt,</a></strong> the best could be yet to come for the Steelers defense, as he believes they have everything going for them to be the most dominant unit in the league.</p>



<h2>TJ Watt Raves About The Steelers Defense</h2>



<p>“<em>I think it’s still too early to have a true sense of ‘This is the year,’ because they <strong>always say you don’t want to be the guy who’s just crushing it with no pads on — you don’t really know the personality of everybody yet,”</strong></em> Watt said on Ben Roethlisberger’s podcast. </p>



<p><strong><em>“So it’s too early for that, but I’m very encouraged with the direction we’re going, especially on the defensive side of the ball, which is what I can speak for,”</em></strong> Watt continued. <em>“Guys are flying around, having a lot of fun, communicating and making a lot of those splash plays, and that’s all you can really ask for this time of year.”</em></p>



<p>At the end of the day, it may all go down to how much <strong>Kenny Pickett</strong> has improved from his rookie season, but at least he can always trust his defense to put him in a position to win.</p>

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<p><strong>T.J. Watt </strong>was drafted in 2017 by the <strong>Pittsburgh Steelers</strong> and his impact was immediate in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong>. After the retirement of quarterback <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ben-roethlisberger">Ben Roethlisberger</a></strong>, Watt undoubtedly became the new face of the franchise.</p>



<p>His numbers have been spectacular in just six years. 77 sacks, 23 forced fumbles, 6 interceptions and 333 tackles. Furthermore, <strong>T.J. Watt</strong> won the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award in 2021.</p>


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<p>Now, prior to the 2023 season with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong>, T.J. Watt is ready to be the leader of a much improved defense alongside names such as <strong>Minkah Fitzpatrick</strong>, Patrick Peterson, <strong>Cameron Heyward</strong>, Cole Holcomb and Larry Ogunjobi. However, a pool accident almost derailed those plans. </p>



<h2>Pittsburgh Steelers: T.J. Watt avoids injury after pool accident</h2>



<p><strong>T.J. Watt</strong> confirmed on social media he was involved in an accident while cleaning the pool at his house. Though the outside linebacker joked about it, considering nothing severe happened, the truth is an injury could have easily occurred putting in jeopardy his status for the <strong>2023 NFL season</strong>. </p>


        

        


<p>“Warning. The activity in this video may be dangerous. <strong><em>Don’t try at home (I’m completely ok)</em></strong>“, was the message by <strong>T.J. Watt</strong> with an emoji laughing at the situation.</p>



<p>In the video, <strong>T.J. Watt</strong> appears cleaning the pool when, suddenly, he slips and falls to the water. The star player was lucky to avoid hitting the step where he was standing as that could have definitely produced an injury.</p>


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<p>After falling into the water, <strong>T.J. Watt</strong> immediately throws his cell phone out of the pool to avoid it might get wet. The linebacker reported there’s no injury, but it might have been a scary moment. </p>



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<p>The <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/pittsburgh-steelers-t93952" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Pittsburgh Steelers </strong></a>currently own one of the best defenses in the<strong> National Football League.</strong> As a matter of fact, that’s the main reason why they won eleven straight games to start the season.</p>
<p>And, even though their work as a unit has been outstandingif someone deserves more credit than the rest of the pack, that’s definitely<strong> TJ Watt</strong>, who has already proved to be the best of the Watt family, which is a lot to say.</p>
<p>Watt is currently one of the frontrunners to earn the <strong>Defensive Player of the Year</strong> award honors, and it seems like the Steelers will only get as far as their defense can lead them in the postseason.<span></span></p>
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<h2>Mike Tomlin Says TJ Watt Is Not From This Planet</h2>
<p>That’s why when Pittsburgh Steelers head coach <strong>Mike Tomlin</strong> was asked about the importance and impact of TJ Watt, he had no choice but to take his hat off, <strong>jokingly saying that he’s not from this world:</strong></p>
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<p><em>“<strong>T.J. is visiting from another planet,</strong> to be quite honest with you. He has freakishly unique talent coupled with freakishly unique work habits and mindset and it produces what you guys witness every week which, in my opinion, is defensive player of the year quality,” </em>Tomlin said, via the Steelers’ official account.</p>
<p>Thus far, Watt has piled up an <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nfl-t20281" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NFL-</a>best <strong>15 sacks </strong>while also leading the league with 23 tackles for a loss and 41 quarterback hits. Also, he’s registered at least one sack in all but 4 games this season.</p>
<p>Anchored by TJ Watt and the rest of their defense, the PittsburghSteelers clinched the AFC North over the <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/cleveland-browns-t98379" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cleveland Browns</a> and <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/baltimore-ravens-t99154" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a><strong>and sit on a 12-3 record</strong>. And even though their offense continues to raise some doubts, there’s no question that this aggressive defensive identity can lead them through the fire.</p>
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