Former NFL GM Predicts T.J. Watt's Stat Line for Next Season

Former NFL GM Projects What ‘Good Stat Line’ Looks Like For T.J. Watt

A new defensive coordinator in Patrick Graham, continued depth with Nick Herbig and Jack Sawyer, and the likelihood of moving around the formation more in 2026 have expectations high for Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt. The former All-Pro is coming off a down year, one that saw the end of the season cut short due to a freak injury that led to a surgical procedure. But prior to that crazy situation, Watt wasn’t himself. He finish…

Former NFL GM Predicts T.J. Watt's Stat Line for Next Season

Expectations are rising for Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt in 2026, thanks to a new defensive coordinator and an improving roster. After a disappointing season marked by injury, Watt's performance dipped significantly with only 7.0 sacks and 42 pressures—a stark contrast to his previous years. Former NFL GM Doug Whaley predicts a rebound, estimating Watt could achieve 8 to 10 sacks this season while sharing snaps with younger talents l…