J.J. Watt Retiring, ‘It’s Been An Absolute Honor’

Probably the greatest careers in NFL historical past is coming to an finish in simply two weeks … Arizona Cardinals star J.J. Watt simply revealed he is retiring following the top of this season.

The three-time NFL Defensive Participant of the 12 months made the stunning announcement on his social media web page Tuesday morning … saying he is grateful his two-month-old son, Koa, was in a position to watch his last-ever house recreation on Christmas.

“Koa’s first-ever NFL recreation,” Watt stated in his announcement. “My final ever NFL house recreation.”

“My coronary heart is full of nothing however love and gratitude. It’s been an absolute honor and a pleasure.”

Stars from everywhere in the sports activities world congratulated Watt on his legendary profession, together with Kevin Durant, who wrote, “True recreation changer and a legend. A lot respect 99.”

The previous Wisconsin Badger was the eleventh total decide of the 2011 NFL Draft and performed nearly all of his 12-year profession with the Houston Texans. Watt suited up for Arizona in his final two seasons.

Watt logged 111.5 sacks and 27 pressured fumbles throughout his profession … and earned 5 All-Professional picks. He additionally gained Walter Payton NFL Man of the 12 months in 2017.

The 33-year-old, who simply had his first child with Kealia Watt in October, will not be on the sphere after this season … however his household will nonetheless be represented properly within the NFL nonetheless — as his brothers, Derek and T.J., at the moment play for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

J.J.’s ultimate two NFL video games might be in opposition to the Falcons this weekend … after which the 49ers on Jan. 8.