Uncertainty arrives suddenly. Even the NFL world is exposed to this sort of situation. T.J. Watt’s problem in today’s match is no less than a prime setback for the Steelers. The Steelers leading linebacker hurt his knee during the showdown between the Steelers and Ravens in the third quarter. Following the third quarter, T.J. faced this horrendous situation and was sent to the medical tent.
It appears that the linebacker sustained a severe injury, as he was seen without gloves, suggesting he could not continue playing. Upset by his brothers’ situation, J.J. Watt expressed his concern for his brother’s condition in a recent update, echoing the sentiment of the Steelers.
J.J. Watt is upset about his brother!
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In the latest X post, J.J. Watt showed his emotions as his beloved brother injured his knee and left the game. The post reads, “No worse feeling. Devastating,” It hinted at the devastating situation Watt has been going through. Moreover, seeing his brother in so much pain is no less than heartbreak for him.
There is no worse feeling.
Devastating.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) January 6, 2024
During the third quarter of the matchup between the Steelers and Ravens, T.J. Watt came into contact with Montravius Adams while attempting to bat down a pass by Ravens QB Tyler Hunt. He jumped on to try so but crashed into Adams, which ultimately injured his knee. Then, the linebacker was shifted to the medical tent to treat his injury. Later on, he was spotted in the locker room, which indicated the seriousness of his injury. However, afterward, analyst Ian Rapoport revealed that his initial test confirmed that he had suffered a Grade 3 MCL sprain, which could take multiple weeks to cure. Furthermore, he said some tests have yet to detect the exact cause.
Still, there is good news for T.J. Watt in the middle of the storm. The Steelers have clinched the victory over the Ravens.
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The Steelers won the match!
Despite the crisis, the Steelers’ win came as a glimmer of hope in the gloom for T.J. Watt. It was the power-packed performance by Mason Rudolph that aided the team to clinch a victory with a 17-10 score on Saturday. The champion attempted a 71-yard touchdown pass to Johnson in the fourth quarter and took the team closer to a playoff spot. If the Steelers could win against the Bills, they could finally book their tickets to the playoffs.
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The Ravens faced an immense struggle with their offense. Moreover, the absence of Lamar Jackson and Odell Beckham Jr. took a toll on the match. But still, it won’t be a concern, as the Ravens are still in the top spot of the playoffs and the top spot of the AFC seed. What are your thoughts on the Steelers’ impeccable performance? Will they be able to lock in the playoff spot in the next matchup?
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