TJ Watt has surgery for collapsed lung
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NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Watt underwent surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung suffered after a routine dry-needling treatment at the team facility. Rapoport added that while the issue can sometimes heal on its own, Watt’s situation required immediate intervention.
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What happened to TJ Watt? Why Steelers star is missing Monday Night Football
Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker and team sack leader T.J. Watt will miss Monday Night Football's matchup against the Miami Dolphins after undergoing surgery for a partially collapsed lung
Steelers T.J. Watt was hospitalized after a dry-needling session, underwent surgery, and is now recovering with an expected release soon.
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Oct 12, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt (90) takes the field for a game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images | Barry Reeger-Imagn Images PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers turned their focus to a scary situation during their week after star edge rusher T.