Future Hall Of Famer J.J. Watt Stays In The NFL World, Starts Another Career

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Former NFL star J.J. Watt has joined CBS Sports as an NFL studio analyst, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career.

CBS Sports revealed that Watt has signed a multi-year deal and will begin his role in Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season.

Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year and the recipient of the prestigious 2017 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award, expressed his enthusiasm about his new venture.

Watt said: “I love the game too much to be away from it entirely. I’m very excited to be joining CBS Sports to contribute across all their NFL shows and platforms, including working alongside and learning from JB, Coach, Boomer, Phil, and Nate this fall,”

He also expressed his hope that fans would enjoy the insights and knowledge he has acquired over his impressive 12-year NFL career, adding that if they are fortunate, they may share a few laughs along the way.

Watt, who was selected as a first-round pick by the Houston Texans in the 2011 NFL Draft, 11th overall, garnered numerous accolades during his tenure with the team. He received All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors five times in his decade-long stint with the Texans.

After his time in Houston, Watt joined the Arizona Cardinals for the past two seasons before announcing his retirement in December.

In a gesture of recognition for his outstanding contributions to the Texans franchise, Watt will be honored by the team during Week 4 of the upcoming season. The induction ceremony will take place as the Texans host the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Watt’s name will be added to the prestigious Texans’ Ring of Honor.

Watt’s decision to transition into a broadcasting role comes as no surprise, as his charismatic personality and football expertise have made him a beloved figure both on and off the field.

With his wealth of experience and deep understanding of the game, Watt is poised to provide valuable insights and analysis to viewers and fans alike. His presence alongside the seasoned CBS Sports team is expected to enhance the network’s coverage of NFL games and related programming.

As the 2023 NFL season kicks off, fans will have the opportunity to witness J.J. Watt’s transition from the gridiron to the television studio, where he will undoubtedly make a significant impact as an NFL studio analyst.