The Texans will officially designate star defensive end J.J. Watt to return from the injured reserve list, sources tell Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL.com (on Twitter). Watt has been sidelined with a torn pectoral muscle since Week 8, but this move will open the door for a playoff return.
Watt’s return to practice will open up a 21-day window for him to be added to the active roster. Considering he underwent pec surgery just eight weeks ago, it’s a remarkably fast turn around. Typically, pectoral surgery patients require three-to-four months of recovery time.
Watt’s no stranger to overcoming injuries – he’s return from two herniated disc surgeries and a tibial plateau operation. At the age of 30, this could be his toughest challenge yet.
If he’s able to retake the field, it’ll be a boon for the Texans’ chances in the playoffs. Watt was double teamed 30% of the time on his edge rusher snaps this year, more than any other qualifying player in the NFL.
The Texans have already locked down the AFC South in advance of their Week 17 matchup against the Titans. They’re currently slated to host the Bills on Wild Card weekend as the AFC’s No. 4 seed.
Is he still a star? I mean it’s been a long time since he’s played.
He played half of this year and all of last year? He’s not the same game wrecker he was at his peak, but he’s still “star” level. Had 4 sacks and 20 qb hits in 7.5 games this year while facing 2nd highest percentage of double teams in the league.
Rofl! Is he still a star??? Bahahahaha!!!
I suppose since Aaron Rodgers is having an “off” year he isn’t a star anymore either?
This guy is he still a star?
#moronseverywhere