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Golf is known for its refined atmosphere and proper decorum on the green. In stark contrast, football is known for its rough and physical nature, where trash talk is often part of the game. Consider what might happen when you combine the two; JJ Watt serves as a valid example of it. After retiring from American football, the NFL star is seen opting for golf as his next forte. Recently, Watt created a frenzy among the golf fans after pairing with of Jon Rahm. But this time, it’s his unfiltered comment on an Instagram post by Justin Thomas. Watt appears to have misplaced his football rules on the golf course.

JJ Watt trash talks in the comments section of Justin Thomas

Justin Thomas recently posted a picture of himself playing golf, captioned “Weekend time @wmphoenixopen.” Little did he know, the post would attract the attention of football star, JJ Watt. He took to the comment section to hurl some lighthearted slurs at Thomas.

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The former NFL star, apart from his impressive skills, is also known for his quick wit and playful banter. How could he see an Instagram post and let it go without trash talk, right? Clearly, Thomas’ post came as an opportunity to tease and banter with his fellow athlete. “if you need some pointers and Bones just isn’t cutting it, I’ll give you some tips,” Watt wrote in the comments.

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Killing two birds with one stone, Watt did not only take a dig at Justin Thomas but also at his caddie, Bones. Watt said he will charge a bare minimum fee for all his guidance and pointers. Is the NFL star eying Mackay’s position? Well, all this trash talking is Watt’s way of showing love. May be this is what happens when a NFL star comes into a golf set up.

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