J.J. Watt Career Overview

Date of Birth: March 22, 1989
Position: Defensive Line (DL)
College: University of Wisconsin

Professional Career

• Houston Texans (HST) (2011-2020)
  • Drafted 11th overall in the 1st round of the 2011 NFL Draft.
  • Named NFL Defensive Player of the Year three times (2012, 2014, 2015).
  • Selected to five Pro Bowls (2012-2016).
  • Named to the First-Team All-Pro five times (2012-2015, 2019).
  • Recorded 101 sacks during his tenure with the Texans, becoming the franchise's all-time leader in sacks.
• Arizona Cardinals (ARI) (2021-2022)
  • Signed with the Cardinals in March 2021.
  • Contributed significantly to the team's defense, totaling 10.5 sacks over two seasons.
  • Provided veteran leadership and experience to a young defensive line.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
• Five-time Pro Bowl selection.
• Five-time First-Team All-Pro.
• 2017 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year for his charitable efforts, particularly after Hurricane Harvey.
• Named to the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team.
• Inducted into the Houston Texans Ring of Honor in 2020.

Additional Information

Impact Off the Field: J.J. Watt is well-known for his philanthropic efforts, raising millions for various causes, including disaster relief and children's hospitals. His efforts during Hurricane Harvey in 2017 garnered national attention and admiration. Retirement: Watt announced his retirement from the NFL after the 2022 season, concluding a highly successful career that has left a lasting impact on the sport and the community.