TJ Watt’s return to the Steelers was delayed due to surgery

TJ Watt, who is already recovering from a pectoral muscle tear, has had knee surgery to recover from a pre-season injury.

TG Watt He recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery which is expected to delay his return to Pittsburgh Steelersthe sources said ESPN.

T.J. Watt, The sources, who was already recovering from a chest muscle tear, had undergone knee surgery to recover from a pre-season injury that carried over to the regular season. The passing star was initially expected to miss six weeks due to a chest injury he sustained in the season opener. Pittsburghwhich would prepare for a possible comeback on October 30 against the Eagles.

But knee surgery is likely to delay a return watt For at least an additional week or two, which means the current defensive player of the year NFL He may not return until after the remaining week of Steelers In week 9. Pittsburgh Host Saints in Week 10 prior to Week 11 Road Match against ponies in Monday Night Football.

The Steelers They won’t rush watt They will be diligent in observing how the knee and chest muscles respond. However, the team no longer has that TG Watt Back before farewell week, according to sources.

Arthroscopic knee surgery TG Watt Signed during the same week with his brother, Los Angeles defensive end basicsAnd the JJ WattAnd the He had atrial fibrillation and had to go into shock to return his heart to its normal rhythm. greater than watt He ended up playing three days after making it, recording three tackles and two passing deflections last weekend during the team’s win. Arizona Over the leopards.

The Steelers They had problems without wattHe is the cornerstone of their defence, having scored only three sacks in his absence in the last three matches. Since junior season watt In 2017, Steelers 0-7 when you’re not playing, including 0-3 this year heading to Sunday’s game in buffalo against the Invoices.