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

One of the perfect 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 3-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year made the shocking 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 residence sport on Christmas.

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

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

Stars from all around the sports activities world congratulated Watt on his legendary profession, together with Kevin Durant, who wrote, “True sport changer and a legend. Much respect 99.”

The former Wisconsin Badger was the eleventh total choose 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 compelled fumbles throughout his profession … and earned 5 All-Pro picks. He additionally gained Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year 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 effectively within the NFL nonetheless — as his brothers, Derek and T.J., at the moment play for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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